Atty. Brooks Patten McElwain
Brooks Patten McElwain is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 5 other areas of law. Brooks Patten received a B.A. degree from American University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years.
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Brooks Patten McElwain is a divorce, child custody, family law, and juvenile attorney based in Fairfax, Virginia. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1996) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1996). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D., 1995) and American University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia State Bar Fairfax County Bar Association Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Virginia Women Attorneys Association. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Brooks Patten McElwain is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 5 other areas of law
- Brooks Patten received a B.A. degree from American University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Brooks Patten practices in Fairfax, VA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Why local counsel matters in Virginia
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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