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For attorney Diana Sladen, the most fundamental area of the law is the law that directly impacts the family. Practicing family law gives Attorney Sladen the chance to practice in an area that truly affects the everyday lives of her clients. She practices in all areas of family law including, pre-nuptial matters, divorce, post-divorce actions, child custody, child support, enforcement actions, modification, adoption, paternity, LGBT matters and juvenile matters.
Attorney Sladen takes ownership of each case when a client retains her as his or her counsel. She strives to handle every case with great care, detail and responsibility.
Attorney Sladen recognizes the importance of client care in her family law practice. She takes the time and attention to develop specific and unique strategies to meet each client’s needs. She educates her clients on all available options so that her clients make informed decisions. Each and every client is treated with the respect that they deserve. Her clients are as up to date and informed as possible. She returns calls and emails promptly so clients are never left in the dark.
She places great importance on hiring an attorney that the client will trust to see them through the legal decisions that need to be made. She is not afraid to tell you what you need to hear rather than what you may want to hear. Attorney Sladen will evaluate the facts in your case and provide thoughtful and professional guidance from start to finish.
Attorney Sladen has devoted her entire professional career to the practice of family law. She has represented husbands, wives, mothers, fathers, grandparents and children. She has handled cases involving special circumstances including: mental health issues, children with special needs, substance abuse issues, allegations of domestic abuse, custody disputes that cross state and international borders, concurrent custody disputes in family and juvenile court, parental alienation cases, and military divorces.
Prior to starting her own practice, Attorney Sladen worked for the largest domestic relations practice in the country. Later in her career, she gained valuable experience working with a seasoned family law firm litigating difficult custody disputes and high-asset marital estates. She is a member of the Worcester County Bar Association and Rhode Island Bar Association. Attorney Sladen volunteers her time as an ARC (“Attorneys Representing Children”) Attorney for Children in contested custody matters. Attorney Sladen is in the process of becoming certified to act a Category “F” Guardian ad Litem in contested custody disputes.
Attorney Sladen speaks Portuguese and Spanish. She is a proud graduate from Providence College (Go Friars!) with degrees in Political Science and Philosophy. Attorney Sladen graduated from Roger Williams University School of Law and is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Attorney Sladen is married to her husband, Eric, and the couple have two children together. The Sladen Family resides in Rhode Island. Outside of the office, Attorney Sladen enjoys spending time with her family, travelling, spending summers on the beach and Netflix marathons.
Practice areas
Uncontested Divorce, Contested Divorce, Child Support, Child Custody, Adoption, Modifications, GALs, Father's Rights, Domestic Violence, Contempts, Pre-nuptial Agreements
11 years
Languages spoken
Portuguese, Spanish, English
Sladen & Costigan, PLLC
Two Maple Avenue
Shrewsbury, MA, 01545
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CT | Active | 2012 | 09/24/2013 |
RI | Inactive | 2011 | 05/08/2022 |
MA | Active | 2011 | 02/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Client's Choice | Avvo | 2019 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2018 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2017 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Sladen & Costigan, PLLC | 2018 - Present |
Attorney | Callahan, Barraco & Inman, P.C. | 2016 - 2018 |
Attorney | Cordell & Cordell, P.C. | 2015 - 2016 |
Senior Attorney | Pollack Law Group, P.C. | 2011 - 2015 |
Law Clerk | Homonoff, Levine and Pulner | 2010 - 2011 |
Associate Attorney | Miller & Caine LLP | 2009 - 2011 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Worcester County Bar Association Conciliation Program | Co-chair | 2021 - Present |
Rhode Island Bar Association | Member | 2018 - Present |
Worcester County Bar Association, Family Law Secti | Member | 2018 - Present |
Rhode Island Family Court Bench Bar Committee | Member | 2011 - Present |
Worcester County Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Roger Williams University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
Providence College | B.A.-Philosophy + B.A. - Political Science | 2008 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Paralegal's Guide to Divorce and Pre-nuptial Agreements | Legal Ethics in Family Law | 2021 |
Paralegal's Guide to Divorce and Pre-nuptial Agreements | Smart Phones and Social Media Discovery in Divorce | 2021 |
Divorce Seminar | Divorce in Massachusetts | 2017 |
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Mary Beth Ayvazian, Family Attorney on Aug 13, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Attorney Sladen professionally for 6 years. Not only is she is highly skilled as a seasoned practitioner, she is a fierce advocate for her clients. I highly recommend and fully endorse her.
Irena Inman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 18, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Sladen generously gives her time to her client's and puts true passion into each case. She really treats every case as though it is her own family.
Mary Beth Ayvazian, Family Attorney on Aug 13, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Attorney Sladen professionally for 6 years. Not only is she is highly skilled as a seasoned practitioner, she is a fierce advocate for her clients. I highly recommend and fully endorse her.
Irena Inman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 18, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Sladen generously gives her time to her client's and puts true passion into each case. She really treats every case as though it is her own family.
Dahlia Habashy Bonzagni, Family Attorney on Apr 17, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Diana personally and professionally for many years. She is extremely knowledgeable in the field of family law, professional and a fierce advocate for every client. Anyone would be lucky to have Diana as an attorney, I cannot endorse her enough!
P. Tyler Summers, Child support Attorney on Apr 17, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Diana was opposing counsel on a hotly contested post-divorce modification. Despite the challenges of the case, Diana was always professional, cordial, and a zealous advocate for her client. I endorse Diana wholeheartedly.
Kathryn Grogan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Sladen is a fantastic advocate for her clients. She puts her clients first, from the start of the case to the settlement, and ensures that the client receives the best results possible. I highly recommend Attorney Sladen.
Elena Tsizer, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Diana's confident presence, her knowledge and passion for her profession make her one great attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Laurel Barraco, Family Attorney on Apr 17, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Attorney Sladen brings a fresh perspective to any divorce or custody matter and is able to find the best solution for her clients in an expedient and cost effective manner. Her tenacity and attention to detail are beyond compare and lend to her high level of court room performance, as well as negotiating skills.
Patrick Grogan, Family Attorney on Apr 17, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Attorney Sladen makes herself available to aid both clients and fellow attorneys within the firm. Her willingness to help is compounded by her knowledge of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut law.
David Callahan, Alimony Attorney on Dec 13, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
When it comes to navigating the new alimony statute she is one of the "go to" attorneys in the state.
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