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Law Office of Ariel Brownell, APC

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FAMILY LAW, WITH CARE

Resolving family
conflict with heart.

Practical guidance for family transitions
and complex financial decisions.

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Contra Costa · Alameda · Solano ↗

PRACTICE AREAS

Support for the decisions that matter.

Divorce ↗

Thoughtful guidance for the decisions that shape your next chapter.

High-Asset & Complex Divorce ↗

Careful analysis of business interests, real estate, and retirement accounts.

Divorce for Business Owners ↗

Practical guidance when family transitions and business responsibilities overlap.

Child Custody & Visitation ↗

Practical parenting arrangements centered on your children.

Child Support ↗

Clear guidance on financial support and your family’s needs.

Spousal Support ↗

Understand your options as financial circumstances change.

Mediation ↗

Work toward thoughtful solutions through structured conversation.

Restraining Orders ↗

Steady guidance when protection and safety are priorities.

Prenuptial & Premarital Agreements ↗

Begin your marriage with informed financial expectations.

Postmarital Agreements ↗

Address financial questions during your marriage with care.

Parentage Actions ↗

Clarify legal parentage and the responsibilities that follow.

Legal Separation ↗

Explore an alternative to divorce that fits your circumstances.

Nullity / Annulment ↗

Understand whether an annulment may apply to your marriage.

Property Division & Complex Assets ↗

Make informed decisions about assets, debts, and your future.

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OUR APPROACH

Modern tools. Personal judgment.

Meet with us by Zoom, sign documents electronically when permitted, and share information through our secure client upload portal. We use technology to keep the process organized and convenient, with attentive people guiding each step.

Thoughtful use of AI can support analysis and help us consider questions from different angles. It never replaces an attorney’s judgment, independent review, or experience with local courts. The heart of our work is still the people we serve.

OUR TEAM

People who care.
Advocates you can count on.

Ariel Brownell Lee

Ariel Brownell Lee

PRINCIPAL ATTORNEY · CFLS

Certified Family Law Specialist, certified by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization.

Kaitlyn Monck, family law attorney

Kaitlyn Monck

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Practical, compassionate advocacy informed by family law and community-based experience.

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Nicolle Clark

LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR

A retired Contra Costa County court clerk, Nicolle brings extensive court experience to filings and client support.

Derick Lee

Derick Lee

ASSISTANT

Supporting the firm’s day-to-day operations and client service.

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LET’S CONNECT

Let’s talk about your next chapter.

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1990 N. California Blvd., 8th Floor
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Questions about scheduling? Email our office.
Office telephone: 925-255-0515

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Law Office of Ariel Brownell, APC
1990 N. California Blvd., 8th Floor · Walnut Creek, CA 94596
925-255-0515 · Admin@BrownellLegal.com

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