The Law Office of Ariel Brownell, APC is a boutique family law firm based in Walnut Creek. Our practice centers on Contra Costa County, and we welcome clients with matters in Alameda and Solano counties.
Resolving family conflict with heart
Family transitions call for both thoughtful guidance and steady advocacy. We take time to understand your concerns, explain the decisions ahead, and help you prepare for the next step.
Focused family law guidance
Our work includes divorce, legal separation, custody and visitation, child and spousal support, parentage, property division, restraining orders, and marital agreements. We also offer mediation services.
Complex financial matters, practical advice
We handle divorce and property matters involving privately owned businesses, real estate, and retirement accounts. When needed and appropriate, we work with forensic accountants to help clarify financial information and support informed decisions. Learn more about high-asset and complex divorce and divorce for business owners.
Modern tools. Personal judgment.
All consultations take place by Zoom, and most meetings and court appearances are handled remotely when appropriate and permitted. Electronic signatures, electronic records, and our secure client upload portal help make the process organized and convenient.
We use technology thoughtfully to support the work of our attorneys. AI can assist analysis and help us consider different perspectives, while independent review, human judgment, and local court experience guide our advice. Care for the people we serve remains at the center of our practice.
Meet our team
Ariel Brownell Lee is a Certified Family Law Specialist, certified by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. Our team supports clients through the practical demands of their matters.