Atty. Sharon Santilli
Sharon Santilli is a lawyer practicing family law, child support. Sharon received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Child Support & More Attorney · Serving Providence, RI · 45+ Years Experience
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About Sharon Santilli at a Glance
Sharon Santilli is a Dept. of Admin, Div. of Taxation, Child Support Enforce. based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on family law and child support. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981) and Rhode Island (1983). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1981) and University of Rhode Island (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sharon Santilli
- Sharon Santilli is a lawyer practicing family law, child support
- Sharon received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Sharon practices in Providence, RI
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Sharon Santilli's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sharon Santilli handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Providence.
Family Law in Providence
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Child Support in Providence
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Providence
Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Providence are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Providence Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Providence-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Providence Choose Sharon Santilli
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Sharon Santilli's practice in the field of family law and child support.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sharon Santilli brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Rhode Island, Sharon Santilli can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law and child support, Sharon Santilli can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Providence
A Providence-based practice means Sharon Santilli attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Sharon Santilli Handles in Providence
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Sharon Santilli has experience with under Rhode Island law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Sharon Santilli directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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