Atty. Michelle Patterson Bell

Atty. Michelle Patterson Bell

Mrs. Michelle Patterson Bell is a lawyer practicing litigation, products liability, employment law and 2 other areas of law.

Fairfax Fairfax 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (571) 653-2605 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michelle Patterson Bell at a glance

Michelle Patterson Bell is a personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Fairfax, Virginia. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1996), New York (1997), District of Columbia (1998), and Virginia (2011). Educated at George Mason University (J.D., 1995) and James Madison University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mrs. Michelle Patterson Bell is a lawyer practicing litigation, products liability, employment law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a B.A. degree from James Madison University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Michelle practices in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Patterson Bell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle Patterson Bell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michelle Patterson Bell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michelle Patterson Bell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Product Liability

Michelle Patterson Bell is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michelle Patterson Bell is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michelle Patterson Bell is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michelle Patterson Bell

Where is Michelle Patterson Bell's law office located?
Michelle Patterson Bell's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Patterson Bell handle?
Michelle Patterson Bell focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michelle Patterson Bell practiced law?
Michelle Patterson Bell has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Michelle Patterson Bell go to law school?
Michelle Patterson Bell earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Michelle Patterson Bell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Mason University
- 1995
B.A.
James Madison University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
New York
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
Virginia
Admitted: 2011

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