Berlin Patten Ebling attorneys Brenda Patten and Evan Berlin were recently recognized by Best Lawyers, which recognizes the top 5 percent of attorneys nationwide. Patten was recognized for her high caliber of work in the practice area of land use and zoning law, while Berlin was recognized for his achievements in real estate law. Berlin Patten Ebling has offices in Sarasota, Venice and Lakewood Ranch. The Best Lawyers lists are compiled by conducting peer review surveys in which tens of thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers.