We advise clients on their family law entitlements and obligations, help them make informed decisions about their property and finances, and ensure their legal documents are drafted with clarity and care. Whether you’re formalizing a relationship or winding one down, our goal is to give you confidence and peace of mind about the future.

Our Services

Marriage Contracts

A marriage contract (sometimes referred to as a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement) sets out how assets and obligations will be handled if a marriage ends. These agreements commonly address property division, ownership of the matrimonial home, and spousal support. We help clients identify what should be included, ensure the terms reflect their intentions, and complete all steps needed for the contract to be legally binding.

Cohabitation Agreements

For couples who live together but are not married, a cohabitation agreement provides certainty around how property, equity, and financial obligations will be divided if the relationship ends. These agreements can also preserve assets such as gifts or inheritances that might otherwise become shared property. We guide clients through structuring fair, enforceable agreements that align with their contributions and long-term plans.

Uncontested and Joint Divorces

When the terms of separation have been resolved, an uncontested or joint divorce provides a straightforward way to finalize the legal end of a marriage. In uncontested divorces, we represent one spouse and manage all filings and court steps required. For joint divorces, we can act for both parties to streamline the process, saving time and costs when there is agreement on all issues.

Family Law & Real Estate

Many family law issues intersect with real estate. At Kelly Santini LLP, our family and real estate lawyers work closely together to ensure your property interests are fully protected.

Whether you are:

• Buying a home together for the first time, we can prepare a cohabitation agreement that clarifies ownership and protects unequal contributions to the down payment.
• Receiving financial help from family, we can advise on gift letters, exemptions, and title arrangements that preserve the intent of those contributions.
• Transferring property after a separation, we can facilitate transfers or sales under a separation agreement while ensuring all title and mortgage issues are properly addressed.
• Selling or buying after divorce, we can review conditions and ownership structures to prevent ongoing liability or disputes.

Our team understands how relationship changes can impact home ownership and financing. We work with clients and their agents to prevent disputes before they arise and to ensure transactions proceed smoothly even in complex personal circumstances.