Ariel L. Baniowski

Ariel L. Baniowski is a Virginia family law lawyer and a managing partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., who focuses on separation, divorce, custody, and support matters. She also handles complex contested cases, including high asset divorce disputes. Her practice reflects strong preparation, clear strategy, and steady courtroom advocacy. Clients benefit from her ability to explain difficult issues in plain terms and take action when family conflicts become urgent. Her work supports people facing stressful choices, helping them protect their rights and move through the legal process with confidence overall.

Ms. Baniowski earned a J.D. from George Mason University School of Law and a B.S., summa cum laude, from George Mason University. While completing college and law school, she worked for five years as a family law paralegal, gaining practical insight into client needs, case preparation, and court procedure. She also served as a research assistant to a family law professor during her third year of law school.

Ms. Baniowski began practicing law after admission to the Virginia State Bar in 2012. She was later admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Her career has included roles as associate attorney, senior associate attorney, lead senior associate attorney, and managing partner. Through these positions, she has developed deep knowledge of Virginia family law and a strong record in litigation, negotiation, and case management for clients.

Ariel L. Baniowski helps people by preparing carefully, arguing with purpose, and staying invested in each case. Client reviews describe her as hardworking, intelligent, passionate, and highly committed. Her work has earned recognition from Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, earlier inclusion in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, and repeated Super Lawyers Rising Star honors. She also holds strong professional ratings from Avvo and Justia, reflecting skill, service, and trusted advocacy in difficult family law matters across Virginia courts consistently.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
• Member, Virginia State Bar

Licensed State

• Virginia

Education

• George Mason University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• George Mason University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

Awards & Badges