High-Net-Worth Divorce & Custody Litigation / Servicing all MA Counties with a focus in Middlesex, Norfolk, Suffolk, and Worcester Counties

With over 20 years of experience with complex trial and motion practice, Attorney Demoga is well-versed in all areas of family law, including high-conflict divorce and highly contested child custody matters.

Attorney Demoga understands that Probate and Family Court matters are sensitive and often times stressful. Many of her clients are high-net worth individuals and families who rely on her discreet representation and counsel which enables them to move forward in a positive way.

Attorney Demoga has also served in Court appointed roles as Special Master, Parent Coordinator, and Guardian ad Litem. She even has trial experience before the U.S. District Court pursuant to the wrongful retention of a child under The Hague Convention.

Prior to joining Attorney Salerno in practice, Kirsten was a partner at a Boston firm. She was previously a Partner at a prominent Metrowest firm specializing in family law appeals.

Practice Focus

· High Net Worth Divorce

· Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

· Contempt Actions

· Modification Complaints

· Paternity Matters

· Equity Cases

· Custody Actions

Representative Results

International Child Abduction Victory

Represented a father in a Massachusetts Probate and Family Court matter defending his award of sole legal and physical custody after return of the child from Italy pursuant to the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, successfully preserving the Father’s award of sole custody.

Venezuela Custody Enforcement

Advocated for a mother in a custody dispute under the Hague Convention in the U.S. District Court in Boston, resulting from the father’s unilateral retention of the child in Massachusetts beyond his court ordered parenting time.

Trial Experience & Approach

Attorney Demoga’s reputation as a strong family law litigator stems from her extensive trial work in the Massachusetts Probate and Family Courts and U.S. District Court in Boston. She regularly collaborates with financial experts including, business valuators, appraisers, and forensic accountants. Her commitment to aggressive advocacy, balanced by empathetic client care, ensures each client’s voice is heard and interests are protected – no matter how complex or contentious the dispute.

Publications & Speaking Engagements

Guest Speaker: “Learn What Items Fall Under Estate Planning in a Divorce,” on The Divorce Hour with Lyssa Panitz podcast, January 2024

Guest Speaker: Ask the Expert, Jane Does Well, January 2024 and Fall 2025

Guest Speaker: “What to Know When Considering Divorce,” on Air with Mirick O’Connell Legal Podcast, March 2022

Podcast Co-Host: "It's a Mistake" Divorce Podcast/Radio Show, 2019

Assisted in the drafting and editing of: The Family Law Guide to Appellate Practice, 2019

Guest Speaker: “Leveraging Pretrial Preparation to Resolve Family Law Cases Short of Trial,” Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, February 2018

Recognition & Accolades

“The Best Lawyers in America” in Family Law and Family Law Mediation, 2024 & 2025

Massachusetts Super Lawyers, by Boston Magazine

Education & Bar Admission

Suffolk University Law, J.D., 2004

College of Holy Cross, B.A. in English Literature, 2001

Licensed in Massachusetts

Professional Memberships & Community Involvement

Greater Boston Family Law Inn of Court, Executive Committee, Treasurer, 2018 - Present

USA 500 Member

American Bar Association

Massachusetts Bar Association / Boston Bar Association