$ 400-400 per hour
Ariel Lauren Baniowski
About Ariel
Biography
Ariel Baniowski is a managing partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. She is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody and support cases. Ms. Baniowski works in the firm’s Ashburn office, and represents clients in Leesburg, Ashburn, Loudoun County, and all across Northern Virginia.
Ms. Baniowski is known as one of the more aggressive attorneys at Livesay & Myers, P.C., and has litigated every type of family law matter in Virginia, including custody, support, separation and high asset divorce cases.
Ms. Baniowski’s work ethic and drive are unmatched. To say that she is a hard worker is an understatement. Ms. Baniowski worked as a family law paralegal at a law firm in Fairfax for five years while she went through college and then law school. She also worked as a research assistant to a family law professor while completing her third year of law school and continuing to work in a law firm.
Ms. Baniowski’s proactive litigation style, work ethic and extensive knowledge of family law combine to serve her clients extremely well. Ms. Baniowski’s satisfied clients have written some truly exceptional and heartfelt reviews expressing their thanks for her work on their behalf (see Client Reviews below).
Ms. Baniowski was selected by her peers for inclusion in the 2024–2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in America for her work in Family Law. Prior to that, Ms. Baniowski was included in the 2021–2023 editions of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for her work in Family Law. She has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star every year since 2015. Ms. Baniowski currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.
Ariel Baniowski resides with her husband and two children in Loudoun County.
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Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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Licensed in Virginia for 13 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
19775 Belmont Executive Plaza #300, Ashburn, VA, 20147
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Ariel Lauren Baniowski's Reviews
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Posted by Vin | April 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Amazing Lawyer!!!
Honest, organized, caring, advocate, dedicated, and trustworthy. These are just a few of the words I would use to describe Ariel Baniowski. I hired her and the firm of Livsey and Myers to defend me against a ”rule to show cause” and what turned out to be a move for full custody of my children ....
Posted by Roslyn | November 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Awesome Lawyer
Ariel Baniowski has done an outstanding job in representing me with professional legal guidance, support and strategy during my custody and child support hearings, concerning my infant daughter. While I originally sought an attorney that was a similar to Jack McCoy – style “Bull in the china shop”, ...
Ariel Lauren Baniowski's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ariel is an excellent attorney and mentor. She's smart, works hard for her clients, and is a skilled litigator."
"Ariel is a tenacious attorney. She is smart and knowledgable in the area of family law. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse Ms. Baniowski. She is a knowledgeable family law attorney, especially in the areas of divorce and custody. Ms. Baniowski is a dedicated attorney who will fight to obtain the best possible results for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ariel is a great champion for her clients and always treats them with the appropriate professional courtesy. She is a tireless advocate and an attorney I would fully recommend in the area of family law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Banlowski is an effective and passionate advocate for her clients."
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"I would highly recommend Ms. Banlowski to anyone who is seeking legal representation on a family law matter in the Manassas area."
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"A highly experienced, well-rounded and compassionate attorney. I endorse this lawyer"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ariel is a very skilled and dedicated advocate."
"I'm happy to endorse Ms. Baniowski in the area of Family Law. She is sharp, witty, and a strong advocate for her clients. We've conferred on a few matters involving the intersection of Family and Immigration Law, and Ariel knows how to ask the right questions to get the best results for her clients."
"I highly recommend Ariel for any matters regarding custody, divorce, separation, or child custody. She is a zealous advocate for her client's best interests. Her work ethic and extensive knowledge of family law have led to her excellent reputation in the area."
"I give Ariel my highest professional endorsement in the area of family law to include divorce, separation, child custody and visitation. Ariel is passionate and appropriately aggressive in striving to meet the goals of her clients. She is well spoken and a strong advocate in court. I would certainly recommend her as legal counsel in any domestic matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ariel is a tireless advocate for her clients, aggressively pursuing every type of family law case on their behalf."
"This lawyer is very thoughtful and provides fine legal advice. You won't go wrong using her talents on your dispute."
"Ms. Baniowski receives my highest endorsement. She is a dedicated and detail-oriented attorney who fights for her clients. I recommend her for anyone seeking counsel in divorce and/or custody matters."
"Ariel is a dedicated and talented attorney who does a great job representing her clients' interests. If you need a divorce or family law attorney in Prince William County or Northern Virginia in general, I highly recommend Ariel."
"Ariel Baniowski is a compassionate but aggressive attorney who diligently represents her clients and their interests. I endorse Ms. Baniowski and would recommend her to anyone going through a family law issue."
"Ariel is a dedicated attorney who has a passion for the practice of family law. She has a solid background in family law and is well-respected by other attorneys. I would not hesitate to recommend Ariel to anyone who has a family law issue, be it custody, support or contested divorce."
"I highly endorse Ms. Baniowski. She is an intelligent, diligent and motivated attorney, and she is very knowledgeable in the full spectrum of family law topics."
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Experience
Honors
2026
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2025
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
10 Best Under 40 Family Law Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 In Virginia, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Managing Partner, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2018 - 2022
Lead Senior Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2017 - 2018
Senior Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2013 - 2013
Associate Attorney, Kinsey, Lynch & Filipour, Attorneys at Law
2013 - 2017
Associate, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
2007 - 2012
Law Clerk/Paralegal, Kinsey, Lynch & Filipour, Attorneys at Law
Associations
2018 - Present
Loudoun County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
Prince William County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of VirginiaAdmitted to Practice
2013 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
2012 - Present
Virginia State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Prince William Divorce and Custody Case
Custody and Relocation Determination in Favor of Father
Prince William Custody Case
Custody and Relocation Determination in Favor of Mother
Prince William Custody Case
Custody Determination in Favor of Mother
Education
2012
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
George Mason University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2014
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Where Should You File Your Family Law Case?
2014
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Incarcerated Parents and Child Support in Virginia
2014
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Grandparent Rights in Virginia
2014
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Virginia Same-Sex Marriage Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
2014
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
The Hague Convention and International Child Abduction
2013
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Virginia Child Custody Evaluations: What You Need To Know
2013
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Same-Sex Marriage in VA: How Two New Supreme Court Decisions Might Affect Virginia Law
2013
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
What Do The Supreme Court's Recent Rulings Mean for Same-Sex Marriage in Virginia.
2013
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Beware of Social Media
2013
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Hearsay in Family Law
2013
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
The Impact of Immigration Status in Virginia Child Custody Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I want my daughter please help me!!!
01 Jun 2018
Q&A
The father of my child has told me via text hes very depressed and considers suicide often, but wants sole custody of our 5 yr?
31 May 2018
Q&A
In Virginia can a child choose which parent to live with?
02 May 2018