Diona Eberhart Layden, Family Law Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

Diona concentrates on family law and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Diona handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Family Law

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• Health Care

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Diona's primary office is at 3072 Brookview Forest Dr, Nashville, TN, 37211-7049. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Diona usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Diona discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Diona for a family law case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Diona walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Diona offer a free consultation?

  Diona charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Diona's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Diona's current terms during booking.

• How long do family law cases in Tennessee typically take?

  Simple family law 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. Diona gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Diona take my case if I'm outside Nashville?

  Diona is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Diona 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 Diona?

  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. Diona will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Diona accepting new family law clients right now?

  Diona's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.