Kristine E. Kruger
- Seattle
- San Francisco
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For more than a decade, Kristine has been an accomplished litigator and trusted adviser to leading businesses across the consumer products and services industries.
Kristine Kruger is highly regarded for her ability to guide companies through litigation defense, risk mitigation, and the complexities of product advertising and marketing strategies. She regularly helps clients navigate challenging legal matters, including class-action defense, product liability litigation, and compliance with California’s Proposition 65. Her practice spans a diverse range of industries, from consumer products and retail to technology and emerging markets.
Beyond her litigation practice, Kristine provides forward-thinking counsel on risk management and regulatory compliance, with a strong emphasis on product safety, labeling, and advertising. She advises on sophisticated compliance issues such as trace contaminants, product stewardship, extended producer responsibility laws, and product labeling requirements. Kristine collaborates closely with clients to develop and implement robust compliance programs that keep pace with evolving regulations and proactively reduce litigation risk.
As a recognized thought leader, Kristine is a frequent speaker and writer for organizations such as the American Bar Association, American Conference Institute, Personal Care Products Council, American Herbal Products Association, and Consumer Brands Association. She is regularly quoted by industry publications including Law360, Cosmetics Design, and FoodNavigator USA.
Education & Credentials
Education
- Seattle University School of Law, J.D., 2006
- Fordham University School of Law, Visiting Student, 2005-2006
- Westmont College, B.A., English and History, 2002
- Université de Paris IV, Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne, 2003
Bar and Court Admissions
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Washington
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California
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New York
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Oregon
- U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
- U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon
Professional Recognition
Listed in The Best Lawyers in America: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants Law, 2023-2025; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, 2024-2026
Impact
Community Involvement
- Junior League of Seattle, Member
- Junior League of San Francisco, Member, 2014-2016
- Treehouse, Member of the Board of Young Professionals, 2012-2014
Insights