Patterson has maintained her place on the prestigious list since 2019, while Bookwalter transitioned from the Ones to Watch category to the main list in 2025. Their work has also drawn notice from other industry benchmarks, including selections as Top Divorce Lawyers by Washingtonian magazine in 2025 and AV Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell.
Fairfax Attorneys Patterson and Bookwalter Honored in 2027 Best Lawyers
Founding partners Carrie M. Patterson and Elizabeth M. Bookwalter of Patterson Bookwalter PLLC earned recognition in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The designation marks the latest in a series of professional accolades for the Fairfax-based family law firm, following years of consistent peer-reviewed honors.

Since establishing their firm in 2022, the partners have balanced litigation with alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation and collaborative divorce. The Best Lawyers recognition is derived from peer evaluations within the Northern Virginia legal community, validating the pair's focus on both technical advocacy and the emotional complexities of family transitions.




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