
Craig Alan Candelore, ADR Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Alimony, and Business · 4.9/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Senior AttorneyatMen's Legal Center
San Diego, CA
Practicing adr in San Diego since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Craig Alan Candelore is a senior attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. Craig has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Men's Legal Center. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- ADR · Alimony · Business
- Handles ADR, Alimony, and Business matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Craig Alan Candelore: Craig Alan Candelore is a senior attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. Craig has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Men's Legal Center. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Craig takes on
Craig concentrates on adr, alimony, business, child custody, and child support. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Alimony
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Business
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Child Custody
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Child Support
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Civil Rights
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Divorce
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DV Protection
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Family Law
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General
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Military
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Prenup
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Real Estate
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Trusts
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ADR cases in San Diego, California
Craig takes adr matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
Alimony cases in San Diego, California
Craig takes alimony matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
Business cases in San Diego, California
Craig takes business matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in San Diego, California
Craig takes child custody matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases in San Diego, California
Craig takes child support matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Craig Alan Candelore — adr lawyer in San Diego
Craig Alan Candelore is a senior attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. Craig has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Men's Legal Center. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Craig Alan Candelore is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 23 other areas of law. Craig received a degree from United States Military Academy West Point in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years. Craig practices at Men's Legal Center in San Diego, CA.
Working with Craig on a adr matter
Craig Alan Candelore is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 23 other areas of law. Craig received a degree from United States Military Academy West Point in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years. Craig practices at Men's Legal Center in San Diego, CA.
Clients Craig works with
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, alimony, and business matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of San Diego
J.D. · 1984
United States Military Academy West Point
B.S. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
California
1985 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at J.D. in University of San Diego and B.S. in United States Military Academy West Point.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in University of San Diego and B.S. in United States Military Academy West Point. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Craig Alan Candelore's office in San Diego
Craig's primary office is at 940 C Street, San Diego, CA, 92101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Craig Alan Candelore — 4.9/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Craig. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in San Diego.
4.9
2 client reviews
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How to hire Craig Alan Candelore — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Craig
Craig discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig Alan Candelore
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Craig is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Craig will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Craig?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new adr clients right now?
Craig's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Craig handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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