Barbara Curatolo

Attorney Matthew Forrest Wethersfield CT

Barbara Curatolo, Esq.

Associate

Barbie’s work is driven by a clear purpose: to stand with those who have been harmed and ensure their voices are heard. She fights for justice with determination, compassion, and an unwavering belief that the law should protect those who need it most. Known for her thoughtful problem‑solving and trauma‑informed approach, Barbie meets each client where they are and works tirelessly to secure the outcome they deserve.

Since graduating from Western New England University School of Law in 2018 and joining the Massachusetts and Connecticut bars, Barbie has dedicated her career to serving victims and uplifting those whose rights have been ignored or violated. She began her legal journey as a clerk for the Honorable Douglas Lavine of the Connecticut Appellate Court, sharpening her ability to analyze complex legal issues. Most recently, she worked at the Victim Rights Center of Connecticut for five years, where her dedication to her clients, attention to detail, and strong work ethic resulted in her promotion to Assistant Program Director. In that role, she provided compassionate, effective legal representation to victims of crime across multiple practice areas. Her ability to connect with clients, understand their trauma, and chart a legally sound path forward has earned her a reputation as a legal advocate who brings both heart and skill to every case.

In 2025, Barbie joined Forrest Legal, where she is honored and excited to bring her broad professional experience and robust skill set to the team. She is honored to serve her clients with the same sense of purpose that has guided her career from the beginning: justice, dignity, and meaningful support for those who need it most.

Originally hailing from Ohio, Barbie is proud to now call Wethersfield home. Outside of the office, you’ll find Barbie with her wife and dog, spending time at local events in the Wethersfield community.

Bar Admissions:

Massachusetts, 2018
Connecticut, 2019

Education:

Juris Doctorate from Western New England University School of Law in 2018, with a Public Interest Law and Gender and Sexuality Law concentrations.
Bachelor of Arts from John Carroll University in 2013, in English and Communications with a minor in Philosophy.

Jennifer P.

“Attorney Forrest was incredibly prepared and did a ton of research prior to my court case. His courtroom skills were unmatched, he blew the defense attorney out of the water. He and his team of paralegals kept me well informed and were great communicating with me throughout the process.”

Juan

“Attorney Leslie McPadden is the absolute best. From the consultation to handing your lawsuit check over to you, she is there every step of the way keeping her clients informed and involved in their case as much as possible.”

Srikantha B.

“One of the best for the Auto Diminished Value cases. My 4 week old Tesla Model S was rear-ended and suffered $30k worth of repairs and no car for 3 months. The other party’s insurance low-balled with a $2000 Diminished Value offer. I contacted several law firms and DV experts across NJ, NY who either didn’t see the merits of the case or thought it was not worth their time…I contacted attorney Forrest and during the first 5 mins of the call he saw the merits of the case and we had a clear path forward.”

Maria

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“My car was struck from behind when I was traveling to Maryland. I lived in Connecticut and was struck by a car driven by a Pennsylvania resident working for a company out of Texas while I was physically in Maryland. Forrest Law worked with the court system to work through the intricacies of my case and won a positive verdict in my diminished value claim.”

Joe F.

“Leslie represented me in an auto accident personal injury matter. She did a fantastic job; she is organized, she and her office provide outstanding customer service, and she is an excellent negotiator. I am thrilled with the results and would certainly work with her again.”

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