Kristen Forbes Cuddy is a Rhode Island family law attorney and the founder of Cuddy Law Office. She helps families navigate divorce, custody, child welfare, and related Family Court matters with clarity, compassion, and careful preparation.
Kristen Forbes Cuddy founded Cuddy Law Office for families navigating challenging decisions.
Her practice focuses on family law and child welfare, including: divorce, custody, child support, guardian ad litem issues, and related Family Court matters.
Before opening her firm, Kristen spent nine years as a staff attorney and guardian ad litem in Rhode Island Family Court.
She has been recognized as an Adoption RI Advocacy Award recipient; Super Lawyers Rising Star; and RI Monthly Outstanding Young Lawyers.
Today, she brings that experience to her work with clients across Rhode Island through careful preparation, clear communication, and compassionate guidance.
Family law matters are deeply personal. They often involve children, financial concerns, major life changes, and decisions that can significantly impact a family’s future.
Cuddy Law Office provides calm guidance, clear communication, and careful advocacy for clients who need steady support during the legal process.
Thoughtful planning built around your goals.
Experience shaped by advocating for children.
Straightforward guidance at every step.
Rhode Island court experience you can rely on.
Kristen brings nearly two decades of legal experience to her family law practice, along with multi-state bar admissions, Rhode Island courtroom experience, and professional recognition for her work with children and families.
Admitted in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York, plus federal courts in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
Recognized by Adoption RI, Super Lawyers, and RI Monthly, with speaking experience on child welfare issues.
J.D., New York Law School; B.A. in Political Science, University of Rhode Island.
Member of the Rhode Island Bar Association.
If you need guidance in a divorce, custody, child support, child welfare, or related Family Court matter, Cuddy Law Office can help you understand your options and take the next step with confidence.