EDUCATION
Kristen graduated with honors in 2007 with a Juris Doctor degree from Touro College – Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in Central Islip, NY. Kristen graduated cum laude and earned her undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree in Creative Studies from her father’s alma mater, Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY.
BAR ADMISSION
Kristen was admitted to the New York- Second Judicial Department in 2008
MEMBERSHIPS
New York State Bar Association
BIO
Kristen Buttafuoco is the eldest daughter of the firm’s founder, Daniel Buttafuoco. From a young age Kristen worked in the office and grew up watching her father dedicate his professional life to helping accident victims rebuild their lives, and she knew she would one day follow in his footsteps. Kristen began working in the office full time after her graduation from law school in 2007. Like her father, Kristen has been active in her making a difference in people’s lives, both professionally and personally. She has been on 5 missions trips around the world, building homes, churches and schools for those in need, and has raised money to provide needed funds and resources. For 16 years she ran a children’s summer camp that ministered to thousands of community children. Before practicing law she was a Youth Leader for teens at a local church and was also a children’s piano teacher. Kristen is married and has 6 year old triplets.
FAVORITE QUOTE
Matthew 10:29-31 – Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. – Jesus
