Kristine Custodio Suero

Founder / Principal Consultant / Legal Operations Strategist, Private Practice

San Diego, CA 92129

2Years experience

9Awards received

Certifications · Degrees · Memberships

Cert AI Whisperer: A Microcourse in Crafting Prompts Cert Level 1 Legal Engineer Cert AI for Legal Basics Cert NALA Advanced Certified Paralegal Cert NALA Certified Paralegal Cert AI for Legal Professionals Cert GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities Cert Certificate of Completion - Our Share: Employee Ownership as a Wealth Sharing Tool Cert Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate License License No. R36pm7h5u3b3 Member Chair of San Diego County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls Member Outreach Committee for American Association for Paralegal Education Member San Diego County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls Member NALA - The Paralegal Association Member JFK School of Law at National University Member Women in Leadership at UC Santa Barbara PaCE

Her Story

About Kristine

Kristine Custodio Suero is a Legal Operations Strategist, Educator, Speaker, Author, and Consultant based in San Diego, California, with more than two decades of experience at the intersection of law, education, innovation, and leadership. Her professional journey reflects a commitment to advancing the legal profession through education, strategic planning, and workforce development. As a paralegal and legal operations professional, she focuses on helping legal organizations improve their practices, optimize workflows, and prepare for the evolving demands of the industry.

In addition to her consulting work, Kristine serves as a Paralegal Program Adjunct Instructor at the University of San Diego School of Law, where she develops and delivers legal education courses and mentors aspiring legal professionals. She is also the Founder and Principal Consultant of KristineCustodio.com, Co-Founder of Idea Collective Consulting, and Co-Host of the AAfPE Legal Luminaries: The Paralegal Edition podcast. Her professional leadership includes serving as Area 3 Director for the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA), Chair of the San Diego County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls, and California Chapter Co-Chair of the International Practice Management Association. Through these roles, she advances professional development, leadership, access to justice, and opportunities for women in the workforce.

Kristine's areas of specialization include paralegal education, legal operations, workforce and leadership development, strategic consulting, and legal technology innovation. She is passionate about preparing legal professionals for the future by connecting people, technology, and strategy while promoting continuous learning and professional growth. Her work also emphasizes women's economic mobility and broader access to career opportunities. Recognized for her professional contributions, Kristine continues to influence the legal community through teaching, speaking, podcasting, and advocacy, inspiring emerging professionals to remain curious, embrace change, and lead with integrity.

Her Interview

Ten minutes with Kristine

01What do you attribute your success to?

I attribute my success to my mother, Zena, who was my first mentor and teacher. She nurtured my curiosity and adventurous spirit, taught me the importance of giving back, and instilled strong family values and a desire to help others and make the world a better place.

02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?

My advice to young women is to be brave, stay curious, and commit to lifelong learning. Study business, build resilience, surround yourself with a strong support system, and approach your goals strategically and intentionally.

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