Mission Statement
Everyone who walks into a courtroom should be treated fairly, regardless of background, resources or circumstances. If elected a New York State Supreme Court Justice, Craig pledges to apply the law impartially to the facts of each case and to ensure that every party has an equal opportunity to be heard.
About Craig
Bringing Balance, Experience and Integrity to the Bench
Secured major party nominations from both the Democratic and Working Families Parties for New York State Supreme Court Justice in the Eighth Judicial District.
Nearly 20 years of litigation experience in private practice, with a focus on State Supreme Court matters.
Experience on both sides of the aisle — representing plaintiffs and defendants.
Elected Partner at Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, effective January 1, 2015.
Handled a broad range of cases, including commercial disputes, matrimonial and foreclosure actions, personal injury and constitutional litigation, and land use matters.
Practicing statewide, representing clients in State Supreme Court in 26 of New York’s 62 counties, including every county in the Eighth Judicial District (Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming).
Argued before New York’s Court of Appeals, the State’s highest Court, with another argument scheduled for October 2026.
Handled more than 25 appeals before all four departments of the New York State Supreme Court’s Appellate Division.
Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in the field of Litigation – Municipal and Upstate New York Super Lawyers® in the field of State, Local and Municipal Law.
Received the Liberty Bell Award from the Bar Association of Erie County for administering its High School Mock Trial Tournament.
Commitment to upholding the rule of law and listening to voters across the district.
Quick Facts
Party Nomination
Secured major party nominations from both the Democratic and Working Families Parties for New York State Supreme Court Justice in the Eighth Judicial District.
Expertise
Nearly 20 years of litigation experience in private practice, with a focus on State Supreme Court matters, and experience on both sides of the aisle.
Recognition
Recognized as an “Upstate New York Super Lawyer” since 2013 and among the “Best Lawyers in America” since 2022.