Brielle Ward

Brielle Ward is a dedicated family law attorney with deep ties to Denton and Collin counties, having grown up in Frisco. She brings strategic insight, strong advocacy, and a compassionate approach to her clients. Her practice is focused exclusively on family law, including custody, divorce, complex property division, and related matters.

A lifelong athlete, Brielle earned a B.S. in Psychology and a B.S. in Philosophy with honors while competing on the Division I golf team at Northern Illinois University. She returned to Texas to earn her Juris Doctorate from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law.

During law school, Brielle’s passion for family law grew through her work with the SMU Child Advocacy Clinic, where she served as both a student advocate and Chief, representing children as an Attorney Ad Litem and Guardian Ad Litem. She also gained valuable experience interning with Judge Haertling of the 442^nd Denton District Court and local family law firms.

Since entering private practice, Brielle has represented clients in a broad range of family law matters, including custody, divorce, property division, enforcement, modifications, protective orders, adoptions, name changes, paternity, terminations, post- and pre-nuptial agreements, and child support.

Brielle is a child-centered and strategic advocate in custody cases. Known for her responsive communication and collaborative approach, she helps clients navigate challenging situations with clarity, confidence, and creativity. Her practice is shaped in part by personal ties to both law enforcement and military families, giving her added perspective in serving clients from diverse backgrounds as she represents clients throughout Denton, Collin, Dallas, and Tarrant counties.

Outside of her legal practice, Brielle enjoys Pilates, exploring new restaurants, and staying active with her husband and their three dogs.

SERVICES HANDLED:

• Family Law
• Adoption
• Child Custody
• Divorce
• Enforcements
• Modifications
• Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
• Property Division
• Restraining Orders

MEMBERSHIPS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

• Denton County Bar Association, Member
• Collin County Bar Association, Member
• State Bar of Texas, Member
• State Bar College, Member
• Denton County Family Law Section, Member
• Collin County Family Law Section, Member
• Collin County Bar Association, Trial Academy Training, 2024

EDUCATION & ADMISSIONS

• Northern Illinois University - 2019
  • Bachelor of Science Psychology
  • Bachelor of Science Philosophy with honors
• SMU Dedman School of Law, J.D., 2022
• Licensed in Texas - 2022