Practice areas: Family Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Civil Litigation; view more
Licensed in Virginia since: 2003
Education: The George Washington University Law School
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2016 - 2026 
Selected to Rising Stars: 2010 - 2015 Elizabeth M. Ross, of Ross and Beckman, PLC, in Leesburg, Virginia, practices in the areas of family law, divorce, collaborative divorce, mediation and estate planning. Her practice spans across various jurisdictions in Northern Virginia, including Loudoun, Fairfax and Prince William counties, as well as Clarke County and the City of Winchester. With over 20 years of experience, she navigates the intricate waters of family law, handling matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, adoption and spousal support.
Ms. Ross is known for her dynamic courtroom presence and her commitment to securing favorable outcomes for her clients. As a creative problem-solver, she offers alternative pathways to resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation and collaborative divorce. Academically accomplished, she earned her B.A. with honors from William & Mary and her J.D. with high honors from The George Washington University School of Law.
A proud resident of Northern Virginia for more than three decades, Ms. Ross is an active participant in the legal community. She has served on the board of the Virginia Women Attorneys Association (VWAA) since 2017, notably leading the VWAA Loudoun Chapter as President for 2022-2023. Her volunteer work includes contributions to the Loudoun County Bar Association and the Virginia State Bar Special Committee on Lawyer Referral.
From 2006 to 2017, Ms. Ross was an influential member of the Junior League of Northern Virginia, where she held numerous leadership positions, including a role on the board of directors. Her dedication and skill have earned her a "Superb" rating on Avvo.
Practice areas
Family Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Civil Litigation: PlaintiffFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning, Father's Rights, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Juvenile Law, Living Wills, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Power of Attorney, Prenuptial Agreements, Probate & Estate Administration, Same Sex Family Law, Trusts, Wills
- 60% Family Law
- 30% Estate Planning & Probate
- 10% Civil Litigation: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2003, Virginia
Professional Webpage: https://www.rossandbeckman.com/about
Bar / Professional Activity
- Alexandria County Bar Associations, Member, 2003-2007
- Nominating and Placements Committee Chair, Board of Directors, 2015-2016
- Fairfax County Bar Associations, Member
- Junior League of Northern Virginia, Active member, since 2006
- Virginia State Bar Special Committee on Lawyer Referral, Chair, 2014-2015
- Virginia, 2003
- Special Committee on Lawyer Referral 2009-2015
- Loudoun County Bar Association, Board of Directors, 2013-2015
- Loudoun County Bar Associations, Member
- Virginia Women’s Attorney Association, Board of Directors
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Certified as a Virginia Bar Association Community Servant
Pro bono / Community Service
- Pro Bono Attorney, Legal Services of Northern Virginia (LSNV)
- Junior League of Northern Virginia, 2006 to 2017
- Chair of the Virginia State Bar Special Committee on Lawyer Referral, 2014 to 2015
- Law Camp committee, volunteer, since 2008
Educational Background
- The College of William & Mary, B.A., 1999
Honors
- Named Northern Virginia Super Lawyer 2015-2023, Super Lawyer for Northern Virginia, Super Lawyers, 2023
- "Superb" rating on Avvo
- Henry Carrico Pro Bono Award, 2007
- With High Honors, The George Washington University Law School, Washington, District of Columbia, 2002
- Super Lawyers Rising Star for Northern Virginia, 2010 to 2015
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2016 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2010 - 2015
