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Kristine Suzanne Cummings
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Biography
Ms. Cummings is a State Bar Certified Family Law Specialist, who has been practicing exclusively in the field of family law since 1996. She graduated from the University of California at Davis School of Law in 1992 and became a certified family law specialist in 2004. She is a member of the following professional organizations: the Family Law Section and Children's Counsel Section of the State Bar of California; the Sacramento County Bar Association, Family Law Section; Association of Certified Family Law Specialists; Sacramento chapter of the Christian Legal Society (Secretary); and the Sacramento Collaborative Practice Group. Ms. Cummings was elected in 2007 to serve a five-year term on the Sacramento County Family Law Executive Committee, which oversees the family law section of the county bar and serves as a liaison between the bench and the bar on family law procedural and substantive issues. She accepts court-appointments for representing minors in family law cases in both Sacramento and Yolo counties.
The law practice is presently supported by a receptionist, and a legal assistant, Valerie Zharinova.
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Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
25%
Family
25%
Alimony
10%
Child Custody
10%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2020 2018 2016
Licenses
Licensed in California for 31 years
State: California
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Kristine S. Cummings
(916) 361-9396
Fax
8035 Madison Ave., Suite E-1,, Citrus Heights, CA, 95610
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Posted by Eric | March 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Did an awesome job!
Kristine came into my case after four years of litigation. When I finally went to trial for custody, she knew exactly what she was doing, and which way to go with her questions. In the end I was awarded sole legal and physical custody, and I would not have gotten that without Kristine. I highly re...
Posted by Pettit | February 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Exceptional Service!
I hired Kristine in 2016 to represent me in my divorce, which was finalized in 2017. I highly recommend her. She is professional, proactive, experienced and efficient. Kristine knew how to streamline the process and get things done quickly, while keeping me and my kids (and our happiness) the focus.
Posted by Susi | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Saved my life as I knew it
I can’t say enough about Kristine. Recommended by a family judge in Sacramento. Best decision I ever made. She took care of me and boys every step of the way. She went above and beyond what I ever thought I would receive as far as custody and settlement. She saved mine and my boys quality of life. I ...
Posted by Kelly | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Couldn't have gone smoother
Kristine was recommended by a friend and I felt like I was in good hands as soon as I met with her for an initial consultation. She is extremely bright and an excellent listener. She made recommendations and predictions based on her experience as far as the best way to proceed with filing for divorce...
Posted by Mike | November 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Kristine Cummings
Kristine was recommended to me in 2005 when my wife filed for divorce. From the beginning I was very pleased with her ability to describe my legal situation and outline plans for our case. Everything went well from my perspective. The divorce was finalized in June 2006. Several years later I had one ...
Kristine Suzanne Cummings's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kristine Cummings for years, as a colleague, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and a friend. Kristine is on my very short list of referrals when I cannot handle a matter myself. She is smart, kind, tenacious, and effective. A good lawyer."
"Kristine is one of the best all-around family law attorneys in the Sacramento region. She knows the law, is highly respected by our judges, exercises a lot of common sense in analyzing legal issues, and has a well deserved "excellent" reputation among her colleagues."
"I have worked with Kristine on numerous collaborative divorce matters. She has the highest integrity and work ethic. Highly recommend."
"I have known Kristine for over 15 years. She is experienced and knowledgeable, and works tirelessly on behalf of her clients. She is a strong advocate who knows the value of settlement and collaboration. She is also a skilled mediator. Kristine is a compassionate professional who is committed to giving back to the community- she volunteers her time to boards and organizations that improve the practice of family law and the lives of many individuals."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Cummings was a very able opponent, and I respect her abilities. I have no hesitation endorsing her."
"I endorse Ms. Cummings without hesitation. Ms. Cummings is the kind of lawyer who attempts to keep the big picture in focus, while working to resolve individual issues in a rational but assertive manner on behalf of her clients. She seeks honest answers, and she vigorously advocates for her clients in a similarly honest manner, thereby resolving the case, and protecting her clients from kinds of claims that could them to court fines and poor outcomes."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2016
Top Attorneys in Sacramento, Sacramento Magazine
2009
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2004
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Kristine S. Cummings
Associations
Sacramento Collaborative Practice Group
Board Member
International Association of Collaborative Professionals
Member
Christian Legal Society
Member
Sacramento County Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
State Bar of California, Family Law Section
Member
Education
1992
University of California at Davis School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of California - Riverside
B.A.,
Languages
English