Kristine Suzanne Cummings

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Kristine Suzanne Cummings

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Family Lawyer at Citrus Heights, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +4 more

8035 Madison Ave., Suite E-1,, Citrus Heights, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Kristine

Biography

Breaking up is hard to do, but it doesn't have to mean war. Call today so we can help you!

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

25%
Family 25%

25%
Alimony 10%

10%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Child Support 10%

10%
Guardianship 10%

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2018 2016

Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Kristine S. Cummings

8035 Madison Ave., Suite E-1,, Citrus Heights, CA, 95610

kcummingslaw.com/

Kristine Suzanne Cummings's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Posted by Aimee | August 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Expert Divorce Representation!

Kristine exceeded my expectations... It is with deep gratitude that I highly recommend the Law Office of Kristine S. Cummings. My former husband and his attorney took an aggressive approach to our divorce. Yet, Kristine expertly supported a step by step reasonable resolution, while containing c...osts, which ultimately resulted in a fair and equitable settlement. I also commend Valerie, an amazing paralegal, who was a strong team member and impressively kept tract of filing dates as well as efficiently providing follow-up. The rest of the support staff was also competent and responsive. At a moment in my life when I was confused, vulnerable and frightened, Kristine’s impressive practical in-depth legal knowledge, her high intelligence, extensive family law experience, clarity and true integrity led all parties involved to a viable mediated conclusion. It is my privilege to enthusiastically encourage you to hire Kristine S. Cummings, Attorney at Law.

Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

She's solid

This was a weird case involving my parents my mom being highly dysfunctional and manipulative. My Dad had been taken advantage of and used by my Mom for years and also by his former attorney who he reported to the bar association. It was a total MESS. This had been a long, emotional, sad and seemingl...y hopeless case for him ever to finally get justice. After praying and looking over many lawyers our guts told us to go with her. I found out that she is solid, logical, pragmatic, precise and unemotional. She was perfect for this case. She is by the book. She's honest and has integrity and great intuition- she can see through bs and liars a mile away. She will not hand you tissue or emotionally council you. BUT she will get the job done and will use her intelligence and skills to protect you and bring justice to you as best that she can under the law. She is sharp as a razor. I am grateful for her and her teams efforts and efficiency. I would hire her again and I highly recommend her to any innocent person who is dealing with a sophisticated compulsive liar, scammer or manipulator. We thank God we found her.

Posted by Colleen | July 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Outstanding Reputation Among Judges

I hired Kristine to assist me with a difficult child custody case. She was extremely knowledgeable about the law and the judges. I had her appear with me in court and the judge instantly acknowledged her as a well known and respected attorney. She helped me to write my legal documents up, fil...ed them at the court and gave me guidance on the law. She and her staff members handled everything very quickly and efficiently. I had specific goals with regards to custody and I was able to walk away with everything I felt important and within my legal rights. Her guidance was extremely helpful and I would recommend her to any one seeking a family law attorney.

Posted by Lampel | March 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional representation!

Kristine represented me in a child custody case that also consisted of a request for a restraining order from the other party. With Kristine's intelligence and expertise she was able to get me full physical and legal custody, in addition to the judge's acceptance of every stipulation that was propos...ed. The restraining order was also granted at the first hearing. Kristine is not only the best at what she does, but she is a woman of great character. She is honest, trustworthy and always gives her best to her clients. There is no other family law attorney that I would entrust with the fate of my children.

Posted by Susi | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

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 ...am forever grateful. I recommend her to anyone.

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Kristine Suzanne Cummings's Lawyer Endorsements

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Fredrick Cohen

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Jonsson

Family lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Raquel Silva

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Kristine on numerous collaborative divorce matters. She has the highest integrity and work ethic. Highly recommend."

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Beth Appelsmith

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Christopher Dietrich

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vincent Ward

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Cummings was a very able opponent, and I respect her abilities. I have no hesitation endorsing her."

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Felix Poggemann

Family lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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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Michael Jonsson

Mediation lawyer

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Beth Appelsmith

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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

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