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Brooklyn Family Law Attorney

Family Law Representation Backed by 40+ Years & 1,000+ Cases

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At Arnel Law Firm, our Brooklyn family law attorneys focus on one thing: skilled representation for people navigating family law matters in the five boroughs and surrounding areas. With more than 40 years of combined experience, Curt and Lauren Arnel know how to address the challenges these cases bring, whether the matter is straightforward or deeply contested.

Contact us online or call (718) 550-3024 for a free consultation with a Brooklyn family law attorney.

Types of Family Law Cases We Handle

At Arnel Law Firm, our family lawyers in Brooklyn craft legal strategies that are personalized to each client’s situation. Every approach we take is designed to advance your interests and protect your rights.

Let our Brooklyn family law attorneys help you with your case involving:

  • Divorce: Whether you and your spouse agree on the terms of your split or need help with contested matters, we can help you pursue a favorable outcome based on your circumstances.
  • High-asset divorce: Divorce involving significant assets adds complexity. Having an experienced family attorney in Brooklyn on your side can make a real difference in protecting what’s yours.
  • Child custody and visitation: Our family lawyers are committed to protecting your relationship with your child, whether you expect to be the custodial parent or want to seek appropriate visitation time.
  • Child support: We work to reach support arrangements that are fair and reflect your financial circumstances.
  • Spousal support: We can help you pursue a fair agreement on payment amounts and the duration of alimony obligations.
  • Property division: New York’s “equitable distribution” standard divides marital property fairly, but not necessarily equally. Navigating that distinction takes an experienced Brooklyn family lawyer who can protect your interests.
  • Complex property division: Curt Arnel’s background in accounting and finance allows him to analyze detailed financial reports, business ledgers, and other records that often surface in high-stakes disputes.
  • Modifications: When circumstances change, our Brooklyn family lawyers can petition the court for revised child support, custody, or visitation arrangements.
  • Parental relocation: We can assist a custodial parent who needs to relocate, and we can represent a parent seeking to block the other from moving away with the children.
  • Parental alienation: We take legal action when one parent attempts to turn a child against the other.
  • Orders of protection: We seek protection for victims of domestic abuse and defend against false accusations of domestic violence.
  • Grandparents’ rights: We help grandparents maintain relationships with their grandchildren or petition for legal custody when both biological parents are unfit or unable to provide a safe environment.
  • Enforcement of orders: We can petition the court when support or visitation decrees aren’t being followed, including matters involving back child support and violations of court orders.
  • Child abuse and neglect: We assist parents when a child is placed in a dangerous living situation and defend parents against false accusations of abuse.
  • Paternity: We can help establish paternity for purposes of support or visitation rights, or defend against a paternity claim.
  • Prenuptial agreements: Protecting individual assets before marriage is a sound decision for people with substantial wealth, small-business owners, and those with children from prior relationships.
  • Divorce-related tax issues: Curt Arnel applies his accounting background to structure agreements with attention to potential tax consequences for clients.
  • Family court: We handle matters affecting children and their parents at Kings County Family Court, including custody and visitation for unmarried parents, foster care, child abuse and neglect, and paternity.
  • Same-sex relationships: We handle issues involving children, property, and support for LGBT couples.
  • Annulments: Talk to us about your situation, and we can determine whether an annulment is an option for you.
  • Mediation and collaborative divorce: Mediation can resolve divorce issues outside of court, which may save both time and money.

Why Brooklyn Clients Choose Arnel Law Firm

We have been serving clients since 1984, and we handle family law cases only. That focus means every case we take, every court appearance we make, and every strategy we build draws on more than 1,000 family law matters handled over four decades. For Brooklyn residents, that case history often runs through Kings County Family Court, and we know how those proceedings work.

What distinguishes our team from other family lawyers in Brooklyn is the combination of legal and financial capability we bring to each case. Curt Arnel holds a CPA credential, which means clients facing complex property division, business valuation disputes, or divorce-related tax consequences get counsel on both dimensions of their matter from the same firm.

We also believe clients make better decisions when they understand what’s happening in their case. Our approach includes walking you through the legal process so you’re informed at every stage, not just told what to sign. Free consultations are available, in person or virtually, for clients who prefer to connect remotely before committing to representation.

What Is Family Law?

Family law covers family matters and domestic relations. Most issues center on divorce and related questions: the division of marital property, child custody, child support, and alimony. Family law also encompasses adoptions, prenuptial agreements, and protective orders.

What Does a Family Law Attorney Do?

A family law attorney represents clients in divorce proceedings and other family-related matters, providing legal support, advocacy, and guidance. A family lawyer can help you enforce or modify a court order, or assist you if you or your child is experiencing domestic abuse and needs an order of protection.

These cases are deeply personal. Family lawyers help their clients through some of the most difficult moments of their lives, and that means providing steady guidance when the stakes are highest.

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What Sets Us Apart

  • Personalized solutions for you.
    Every case has its own unique circumstances that requires a methodical, thoughtful plan.
  • Protect your assets and future.
    Safeguarding your best interests is always at the forefront of our approach to your case.
  • Experience makes the difference.
    No matter how simple or complex your case, experience is essential in obtaining results.
  • 10 Best Attorney 2020
  • BWBA
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Silver Client Champion
  • 10 Best Attorneys 2019
  • 10 Best Attorneys 2018
  • Top 100 Lawyers
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • “When I left the court room that day I was so happy my blood pressure went down.”

    Mr. Arnel thank you very much for your help. When I received the court paper I wanted to call someone for help, you were the first Lawyer I call. You had help me before with some child support difficulties. And when I couldn't reach you, you daughter, Lawyer Lauren Arnel answered the phone. She was very understanding and kind enough to give me your email address. The day I came to New York City for the court date, I came with a heavy heart not knowing what's going to happen. But in the court that day Lawyer Howard Gardner presented the case beautifully and ask the court for a dismissal. And the Judge had to dismiss the case with no further argument. When I left the court room that day I was so happy my blood pressure went down.

    All in all, It was a team work from your Firm. Thank you again to Mrs. L. Arnel and Mr. H. Gardner.

    I will always recommend you Firm to anyone who is seeking legal help.

    Mr. Arnel thank you very much.

    J.M.
  • “They are honest from the start”
    Excellent law firm. I am a father/service member that was awarded primary physical custody, final decision making of my son, and my child support payments was terminated thanks to Arnel law Firm. Curt, Lauren and Howard have years of experience and will represent you like Mike Tyson in the ring. They are relentless to the very end. They were able to prove that I was the more involved parent, had my son the majority of the time ( because of the mother choices), and was able to prove the mother's statement of having our son half the time was false along with many other false statements. Also they are honest with you from the beginning in terms of letting you know whether or not your case has enough substance to move forward to a court proceeding and even if its not they will advise you in the consultation what steps you will need to take. They will not waste your or their time. Highly recommend this law firm for divorce and custody battles.
    M.D.
  • “I could not have asked for better!”
    Mr. Arnel and his daughter Ms. Lauren Arnel litigated my divorce jurisdiction dispute with complete success. I felt very confident in their advocacy of my case. Mr. Arnel is a gifted attorney; I could not have asked for better. He is highly persuasive, professional, doesn't mince words, yet gracious and gentlemanly at the same time. He inspires confidence, and the outcome proved my confidence in him was well placed.
    Rachel A.
  • “So Attentive and Knowledgeable.”
    I was extremely devastated when I reached out to the law office due to concern over a potential custody battle. I left a message and was contacted the same day and time that I was given. Curt was so attentive and knowledgeable. All of the questions I had were answered. I left the phone call feeling 100 times better than I did when I originally called. Even after asking a bunch of questions knowing that I wouldn't need his services he continued to answer questions with honest answers making it very clear how efficient he was in his field. I am very happy that I found him and honestly hope I won't have to use him in the future. However if the services are needed I would definitely pick him!
    Former Client
  • “Open and Honest.”
    If you are looking for a attorney that's very knowledgeable in his practice definitely speak with Curt Ariel. He's open and honest. Mr. Ariel answered all of my questions and I feel better about moving forward with my case.
    S.D.
  • “Knowledgeable, Expertise, Perseverance, and understanding.”
    I highly recommend and respect Mr. Curt Arnel for all of his hard work and dedication to my custody case in the past. Mr. Arnel's knowledge, expertise, perseverance, and understanding helped my father to win our case which was NOT a walk in the park. I am forever grateful for everything Mr. Arnel has done for my father and I. Because of Mr. Arnel, I was given a chance to have a great life with my father who was loving, devoted, and did everything in his power to protect and educate me and provide the best life possible. Mr. Arnel saved me from a very unfortunate situation with my mother at a very young age. Due to his amazing work ethic and determination years ago, I am a successful woman and mother today! If you are looking for an attorney who will do everything in their POWER to FIGHT for you, TRUSTWORTHY, and devote their undivided attention to you and your case, look no further....Mr. Curt Arnel will show up and show out for YOU!
    M.C.
  • “Thank you, Mr. Arnel, for all you do and for treating me like family.”
    Curt Arnel is an ethical attorney with extensive legal knowledge and compassion for his clients. Mr. Arnel will relentlessly fight to win your case, and I highly recommend him. He handled my divorce and did an excellent job throughout the process. He looks out for the interests of his client and provides encouragement and support in a very stressful process. Thank you, Mr. Arnel, for all you do and for treating me like family. I would highly recommend Mr. Arnel.
    L.M.
  • “If you or someone you know needs a family lawyer call Curt Arnel.”
    If I could give 10 stars I would. If you find yourself in the unfortunate position where you need to speak to an attorney to resolve any issues concerning your family, Curt Arnel and his team should be your only call. This is a long post. I called Mr. Arnel's office expecting to speak to a receptionist, I was wrong. Mr. Arnel answered the phone and we had a 45-minute conversation about our issue. He was so generous with his time. He answered every question I had and even brought up a few points I didn't even think of. I was blown away at how casual the conversation was. It was like I was speaking with an old friend. I never felt rushed. He explained to me how he had just resolved a similar matter and explained the whole process including numerous options to resolve the matter. My wife and I took his advice and are so thankful we did. If you or someone you know needs a family lawyer call Curt Arnel. You'll be glad you did. We are.
    B.P.

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