Ariel Walker - Westport, CT
Attorney at Needle | Cuda
Divorce and Family Law Lawyers in Westport, CT
830 Post Road East Suite 301 Westport, CT 06880
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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5
Years
Experience
Westport Divorce and Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 05/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Divorce and Family Law
Attorney Information
Overview
Attorney Ariel Walker is an Associate at Needle | Cuda, concentrating on matrimonial and family law in Connecticut, with a focus on complex family dynamics, custody-related disputes, domestic violence matters, and post-judgment issues. She brings a strategic, collaborative, and compassionate approach to her practice, working closely with clients to navigate emotionally challenging situations while pursuing effective and practical legal solutions.
Before joining Needle | Cuda, Attorney Walker practiced at Cohen and Wolf, P.C., where she handled a wide range of divorce and family law matters and developed extensive litigation experience. She also served as a Law Clerk with the firm while attending law school. Earlier in her career, Attorney Walker worked with the United States District Courts as a Data Quality Analyst, gaining valuable insight into federal court operations and legal processes.
Attorney Walker has represented clients in Connecticut Superior Court and is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut. She is committed to advocacy both in and out of the courtroom and performs pro bono work for victims of domestic violence. Attorney Walker is recognized for her professional excellence and has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star and selected to the National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 list.
Attorney Walker earned her Juris Doctor from Quinnipiac University School of Law, where she was a member of the Mock Trial Honor Society. She also earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts in Criminal Justice from Sacred Heart University.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2023–2025
- National Black Lawyers – Top 40 Under 40, 2025
Other Sources of Feedback About Ariel Walker
Included on the 2026 Connecticut Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Connecticut Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Connecticut Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Connecticut Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Quinnipiac University School of Law,
Connecticut, 2020
J.D.
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Quinnipiac University School of Law,
Connecticut, 2020
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Non Legal Education
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Sacred Heart University
B.S.
Major: Criminal Justice -
Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut
M.A.
Major: Criminal Justice and Corrections
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Sacred Heart University
Current Employment Position(s)
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Associate
Bar Admissions
- Connecticut
- U.S. District Court District of Connecticut
Other Affiliations
- Connecticut Bar Association
- Fairfield County Bar Association
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Contact
830 Post Road East
Suite 301
Westport, CT 06880
Phone: 475-666-5547
Fax: 203-557-9504
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.needlecuda.com/
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