Peck Ritchey, LLC > M. Cristina Puleo

M. Cristina Puleo is an associate attorney at Peck Ritchey, LLC. In addition to representing individuals and families, Cristina represents financial institutions, medical institutions, and various fiduciaries.Cristina earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Dayton School of Law, graduating as an Academic Excellence Scholar. During law school, Cristina was President of the Women’s Caucus Organization, and a member of the Intellectual Property Law Society. Cristina also received the CALI award for Intellectual Property. Prior to attending law school, Cristina earned a double Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and History from Eastern Illinois University.

Prior to joining Peck Ritchey, LLC, Cristina was an attorney for the Cook County Public Guardian in the Adult Guardianship Division.

Cristina’s practice areas include Trust and Probate Litigation, Guardianship Litigation and Administration, Estate Administration, Will Contests, Fiduciary Defense Litigation, and Elder Law. She is an active member of the Chicago Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association.

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Practice Areas

  • Trust and Probate Litigation
  • Guardianship Litigation and Administration
  • Estate Administration
  • Fiduciary Defense Litigation
  • Elder Law

Recognitions

Recognized by Best Lawyers 2023

Education

  • University of Dayton School of Law - J.D.
  • Eastern Illinois University - BA Mathematics, BA History

Bar Admission

  • Illinois

Professional Associations

  • Chicago Bar Association
  • Illinois State Bar Aassociation
Testimonials

Attorney Kyle Fahey handled our matter with skill and professionalism, and was always responsive. 10/10, would work with him and the firm again.

–Jon T.

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–Christine K.

Very responsive and knowledgeable at handling our brother’s estate. Would definitely recommend!

–Ralph C.

I solicited Peck Ritchey, LLC for assistance with a living trust for which I became the beneficiary. I needed assistance with understanding the details of how it all worked. However, I was especially concerned because there were threats of allegations made by family members and a lawsuit was filed against me. I needed a solid professional who had my best interests in mind. Peter Brady took my case and he managed it flawlessly. He explained everything in a way I could understand, he knew the law inside and out, he was always available to answer questions, and even offer support when things seemed like they could become extremely problematic. In addition to this, he had a plan. He navigated the course as if he already knew the next move by the opposing attorney. He made me feel like everything was in control and that’s because he knew exactly what he was doing and he consulted with me about everything. We ended up settling out of court and ultimately the court officially dismissed the lawsuit. I honestly believe if it wasn’t for Peter and his expertise this could have gone in an entirely different direction. Peter did a stellar job and I couldn’t be more pleased and impressed with his performance.

–John T.

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–Jay T.

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