Kristen Cutting Wolf
About Kristen
Biography
The Connecticut law firm of Wolf & Shore Law Group is comprised of Kristen Wolf, Esq. and Shari-Lynn Cuomo Shore, Esq. Attorney Wolf and Attorney Shore previously worked together at Riordan, Cutting & Shore, LLP and opened their own Hamden practice in January, 2012. Wolf & Shore Law Group is a general practice firm that focuses primarily on family law, probate guardianship matters, estate planning, juvenile law, and residential real estate closings.
Wolf & Shore Law Group approaches each case in a client-centric and comprehensive manner because we believe in personal service. We offer each client personalized representation with an emphasis on accessibility. We understand that our clients’ needs supersede all else and have developed various methods to address clients’ concerns promptly and efficiently. If you choose to retain our firm, you can be confident that you will have one-on-one communication with your attorney, your phone calls and e-mails will be returned, your questions will be answered, and you will be kept informed throughout the duration of your case.
We are well-versed in our various practice areas and our experience allows us to combine both litigation and mediation techniques, while simultaneously being sensitive to your emotional needs, to handle each individual matter. We focus on building positive relationships with each client by providing high quality, thorough, and when needed, aggressive legal representation. We pride ourselves on our integrity, work ethic and zealous representation of our clients and have earned a reputation for achieving positive results. We are dedicated to providing our clients professional, reliable and cost-effective representation.
From our West Haven, Connecticut location, we represent people throughout Connecticut, including New Haven, Milford, Hartford, Bridgeport, Middletown, Southington, Waterbury, New London, and Branford.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Connecticut for 16 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2009
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Wolf & Shore Law Group
167 Captain Thomas Boulevard, West Haven, CT, 06516
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Kristen Cutting Wolf's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Should have listened to my gut instinct from day one
Avoid this office at all costs. I should have trusted my instincts from the very beginning. The red flags were there—from the off-putting intake process to the disorganized first consultation—and the numerous negative reviews on other platforms should have been enough to steer me away. But because th...
Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Confident, professional, wise advocate
I am so glad that I chose Kristen Wolf as my attorney for my collaborative divorce. She guided me through the most difficult of times with a calm and measured wisdom that I so appreciated. She is a steadfast advocate, and I must say particularly oriented to a woman's experience when the marriage has ...
Posted by Chantelle | May 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Amazing
Attorney Wolf was the BEST attorney I have ever worked with. She made me feel protected and confident throughout this whole process. She is extremely knowledgeable and knows how to use her knowledge to win. She always gave %110. I am MORE than satisfied with how she handled my case as well as the out...
Posted by Amanda | April 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Awesome Job
During a really tough time Wolf & Shore, LLC helped me so much. Dealing with an estate is too overwhelming so having them take over was the best decision I ever made. I will use them again in the future if I ever need to! I hope that others will use them for any probate matters.
Posted by Daniel | January 21, 2014
A Great Attorney
Attorney Wolf was very knowledgable in regards to my legal matter. She was very friendly and easy to talk to. If I ever have any legal matters in the future I would definitely return to Attorney Wolf. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking legal counseling.
Kristen Cutting Wolf's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kristen is a very committed and knowledgeable attorney in all aspects of family law, including divorce, custody, probate and juvenile matters."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Attorney Wolf. She is dedicated to her client's cause."
"Attorney Wolf's professionalism and competence is reflected in each matter she takes on. A wonderful person and attorney, I strongly recommend her and her firm."
"I have worked with Attorney Wolf for almost 3 years, at 2 separate firms, and her work ethic, intelligence and endless dedication continue to amaze me. Attorney Wolf is very knowledgeable in all areas in which she practices, but she seems to have a specific passion for helping people which leads her to excel in family, juvenile and probate law. She continues to go above and beyond what is required and the results we have seen with our clients speak for themselves. I strongly endorse Attorney Wolf and have even requested that she handle or assist in matters for my own family and friends."
Family lawyer
Juvenile law lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
2016 Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Distinguished in Dispute Resolution 2016, Acquisition International
2016
Most Outstanding Law Firm of 2016, USA, Wealth & Finance, International
2016
Top 10 Attorneys Under the Age of 40, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Inc.
2016
Best for Juvenile Law 2016-Connecticut, Legal Elite Corp America
2015
Excellence in Estate Planning Law – USA, M&A Awards, Corporate Live Wire Awards
2015
Best for Real Estate Transactions – Connecticut, M & A Awards, Corporate Live Wire Awards
2015
Best Client Communications in Family Law – USA, Acquisition International Legal Awards
2015
Voices of Experience-Law Practice Management, Connecticut Bar Association
2015
Fees, Billing and Collection Tools and Strategies, Connecticut Bar Association
2015
Sustained Excellence in Family Law – USA, M & A Awards, Corporate Live Wire Awards
2015
Family Disputes Firm of the Year: Connecticut, Acquisition International
2014
Most Trusted Family Law Specialists of the Year: USA, Acquisition International
2014
Best Family Legal Agency in Connecticut, Best Attorneys Online
2014
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Marketplace Excellence Award, Connecticut Better Business Bureau
2013
Pro Bono Award, Connecticut Bar Association Young Lawyers Section
2013
New Haven's Finest Professionals, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
2008
Excellence in Clinical Work, Quinnipiac University School of Law
2008
Merit Scholarship, Quinnipiac University School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner/Owner, Wolf & Shore Law Group
2011 - Present
Assigned Counsel, Office Of The Chief Public Defender
2009 - 2009
Temporary Assistant Clerk, Connecticut Judicial Branch
2009 - 2011
Partner, Riordan, Cutting & Shore, LLP
2009 - 2009
Legal Intern, Northeast Utilities
2008 - 2008
Legal Administrative Assistant, Law Offices of James M. Rubino
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Office of the Public Defender
Associations
2013 - Present
Quinnipiac Chamber of CommerceMember
2013 - Present
Quinnipiac University School of Law Family and Juvenile Law Society MentorMentor
2013 - Present
New Haven Inn of CourtMember
2013 - Present
Italian American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Connecticut Italian-American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
New Haven County Bar Association-Lawyer Referral ServiceMember
2013 - Present
Connecticut Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionChildren in the Law Committee Co-Chair
2012 - Present
New Haven County Bar Association, Trusts, Estates and Probate CommitteeMember
2012 - Present
Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce-PULSEMember
2012 - Present
Connecticut Bar Association-Estates and Probate SectionMember
2012 - Present
New Haven County Bar AssociationSolo & Small Firm Practice chair
2011 - Present
Connecticut Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2011 - Present
Milford Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
New Haven County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeMember
2011 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMembers
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
New Haven County Bar Association, Young Lawyers CommitteeMember
2009 - Present
New Haven County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Dan Orlovsky FoundationTreasurer
2012 - 2013
New Haven Area Senior NetworkMember
2012 - 2013
Network of Executive WomenMember
2012 - 2013
West Haven Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2013
Hartford County Bar AssociationMember
Education
2009
Juris Doctor
2006
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
find it free in fast on the net: strategies for legal research on the web
2013
Top 10 Tips for Estate Planning
2013
Building a Confident Retirement
2012
10 Tips for Estate Planning
2012
Top 10 Tips for Estate Planning
2011
Benefits of Early Estate Planning
2011
Concerns of the Sandwich Generation
Publications
2011
Languages
English