I have been remiss in overlooking female writers and their strong Lady Lawyers.
One of my favorites is
Lisa Scottoline.
Going back to the mid 1990's for "Final Appeal," "Legal Tender" and "Mistaken Identity," through the current novels, "Look Again" and "Save Me," Lisa knows her way through both the legal plot and the traditional thriller. She's very very good at character and exploring real, deep emotions.
Add her to my list.
Paul Levine