Caitlin M. Costigan, ADR Attorney in Worcester, Massachusetts
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
OwneratCostigan Family Law
Worcester, MA
Practicing adr in Worcester since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Caitlin M. Costigan is an owner based in Worcester, MA. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Caitlin has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Costigan Family Law. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Worcester, MA
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- ADR · Child Custody · Child Support
- Handles ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support matters from Worcester, MA.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Caitlin M. Costigan: Caitlin M. Costigan is an owner based in Worcester, MA. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Caitlin has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Costigan Family Law. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Caitlin's practice areas in Worcester
Caitlin concentrates on adr, child custody, child support, divorce, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Caitlin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Child Custody
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Child Support
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ADR cases in Worcester, Massachusetts
Caitlin takes adr matters in Worcester, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in Worcester, Massachusetts
Caitlin takes child custody matters in Worcester, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases in Worcester, Massachusetts
Caitlin takes child support matters in Worcester, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Worcester, Massachusetts
Caitlin takes divorce matters in Worcester, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Worcester, Massachusetts
Caitlin takes family law matters in Worcester, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Caitlin M. Costigan, adr attorney serving Worcester
Caitlin M. Costigan is an owner based in Worcester, MA. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Caitlin has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Costigan Family Law. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Caitlin works from Worcester, Massachusetts and takes on adr matters across the region.
Attorney Caitlin Costigan has devoted her entire legal career to the practice of family law. She has been practicing family law for over seventeen years and has handled matters across the Commonwealth. Attorney Costigan excels in navigating complicated legal issues that families are facing while providing constant confidence and support to her clients.
Attorney Costigan truly enjoys helping her clients navigate through this difficult and complicated time. Attorney Costigan works closely with all her clients to answer their questions and explain the divorce and court process. She also returns calls and answers emails promptly, and keeps clients informed about the status of their case throughout the process.
Attorney Costigan’s primary goal in any legal matter she handles is quality and cost-effective resolution. Whether that includes negotiation in the conference room, or legal advocacy in the courtroom, Attorney Costigan is praised by her clients and colleagues for being an effective negotiator and litigator. Attorney Costigan will be with you from start to finish to get the job done and get it done right.
Attorney Costigan is a graduate of University of Massachusetts in Amherst. Attorney Costigan graduated from Quinnipiac University School of Law, where she concentrated her studies in juvenile and family law. She is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts and Maine and is admitted to the practice of law before the federal courts of Massachusetts and Maine. Attorney Costigan is former co-chair of the Conciliation Program for the Worcester County Bar Association.
Outside of work, Caitlin can most often be found enjoying the great outdoors, usually in Maine, with her husband, two children and dog.
How Caitlin handles adr matters
Attorney Caitlin Costigan has devoted her entire legal career to the practice of family law. She has been practicing family law for over seventeen years and has handled matters across the Commonwealth. Attorney Costigan excels in navigating complicated legal issues that families are facing while providing constant confidence and support to her clients. Attorney Costigan truly enjoys helping her…
The kind of cases Caitlin takes
Caitlin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, child custody, and child support matters in Worcester and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Caitlin studied and practices
Quinnipiac University School of Law
J.D. · 2007
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
B.A. · 2004
Jurisdictions
Caitlin's state bar admissions
Maine U.S. District
2013 · ACTIVE
Maine
2013 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2008 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2008 · ACTIVE
Caitlin studied at J.D. in Quinnipiac University School of Law and B.A. in University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
Law school and academic background
Caitlin completed J.D. in Quinnipiac University School of Law and B.A. in University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Caitlin runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Caitlin M. Costigan's office in Worcester
Caitlin's primary office is at 370 Main Street, Suite 725, Worcester, MA, 01608. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Caitlin M. Costigan — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Caitlin. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Worcester.
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How to hire Caitlin M. Costigan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Caitlin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Caitlin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caitlin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Caitlin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Worcester, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Caitlin
Caitlin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Caitlin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Caitlin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Caitlin M. Costigan
How much does it cost to hire Caitlin for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Caitlin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Caitlin offer a free consultation?
Caitlin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caitlin's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Caitlin's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Caitlin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Caitlin take my case if I'm outside Worcester?
Caitlin is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Caitlin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Caitlin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Caitlin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Caitlin accepting new adr clients right now?
Caitlin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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