FAIRFAX, Va., Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Patterson Bookwalter PLLC is proud to announce that founding partners Carrie M. Patterson and Elizabeth M. Bookwalter have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America^® as Fairfax Family Law Attorneys.

The recognition continues a history of professional honors for both Fairfax family law attorneys. Patterson has been recognized by Best Lawyers^® since 2019, while Bookwalter was first recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch^® in America before joining The Best Lawyers in America^® list in 2025.

Both attorneys have also received recognition from other prominent legal rating organizations. Patterson and Bookwalter were selected to Virginia Super Lawyers and they hold an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Washingtonian magazine selected them as "Top Divorce Lawyers" in 2025.

"Being recognized together is particularly meaningful because Carrie and I founded Patterson Bookwalter around a shared vision for what family law representation can be," said Elizabeth M. Bookwalter, Founding Partner. "We believe clients deserve attorneys who understand the law and can advocate effectively for them, but who also recognize the financial and emotional realities families face during divorce and other difficult transitions. We're honored that our peers continue to recognize the work we do."

Patterson and Bookwalter began practicing family law together in 2016 and founded Patterson Bookwalter in 2022 to provide knowledgeable, compassionate and effective representation while helping clients explore the full range of options for resolving family disputes. Both attorneys have extensive experience with litigation as well as alternative approaches including negotiation, mediation and collaborative divorce.

The Best Lawyers in America^® recognition is based on peer review, with attorneys evaluating the professional abilities of colleagues within their geographic region and practice area.

Patterson Bookwalter PLLC is a family law firm based in Fairfax, Virginia, serving clients throughout Northern Virginia in divorce, custody, support, equitable distribution, collaborative divorce, mediation, embryo disputes, and neutral passport custodian service.

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