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  • Moline, IL
  • Licensed for 28 years
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About Thomas

Thomas O. Moens is an attorney, mediator, and arbitrator in the Quad City area of Illinois and Iowa. He is a Court Approved Mediator for the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit of Illinois and Seventh Judicial District of Iowa. He is president of Express Title Company, an authorized agent for Attorneys' Title Guaranty Fund, Inc., and he is an Iowa Title Guaranty participating attorney. He has been an expert witness for mortgage fraud, real estate, and title insurance cases.

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Practice areas

OtherEstate planningBusinessMediationReal estate
  1. Real estate: 40%

    Residential and commercial real estate transactions.

    29 years, 25,000 cases

  2. Mediation: 30%

    Business and family mediation. Online and mobile mediation.

    19 years

  3. Business: 10%

    Business formation and advice for large and small businesses.

    29 years

  4. Estate planning: 10%

    Wills, trusts, powers of attorney for health care and property, living wills

    29 years

  1. Arbitration: 10%

    Business arbitration. Online and mobile arbitration.

    19 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

1523 52nd Avenue
Stone River Center
Moline, IL, 61265-7079

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      IAActive199305/11/2021
      ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law199203/13/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers10400
      Legal guides10
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2019
      Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2019
      Top ContributorAvvo2013
      Managing EditorTransnational Law & Contemporary Problems1991
      Master Scuba Diver TrainerProfessional Association of Dive InstructorsN/A
      Who's Who in American LawMarquis Who's Who in American LawN/A
      Top ProducerAttorneys' Title Guaranty Fund, Inc.N/A
      Marquis Who's Who in AmericaMarquis Who's Who in AmericaN/A
      Forty Hour Mediation and Arbitration Training CertificateIllinois State Bar AssociationN/A
      Forty Hour Divorce and Family Mediation TrainingAssociation for Conflict ResolutionN/A
      Court approved mediatorFourteenth Judicial Circuit of IllinoisN/A
      Small Claims MediatorSeventh Judicial District of IowaN/A
      Certified MediatorIowa Association of MediatorsN/A
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      PresidentExpress Title Company1998 - Present
      Attorney at LawMoens Law Offices, Chartered1992 - Present
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Fourteenth Judicial Circuit of IllinoisArbitrator2013 - Present
      International Academy of Dispute ResolutionBoard of DirectorsN/A
      Iowa Association of MediatorsCertified MediatorN/A
      Seventh Judicial District of IowaSmall Claims MediatorN/A
      Fourteenth Judicial Circuit of IllinoisCourt approved mediatorN/A
      American Bar Association Military Legal Assistance ProgramParticipating attorneyN/A
      Illinois Technology, Innovation & Enterpreneurship CenterAdvisory BoardN/A
      Illinois Procurement Technical Assistance CenterAdvisory BoardN/A
      Illinois International Trade CenterAdvisory BoardN/A
      Professional Association of Dive InstructorsSpecialty InstructorN/A
      Virtual Mediation LabMediatorN/A
      Illinois State Bar AssociationN/AN/A
      American Bar Association Military Pro Bono ProjectParticipating attorneyN/A
      Iowa State Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution SectionN/AN/A
      Illinois State Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution SectionN/AN/A
      American Bar Association, Dispute Resolution Section, Mediation CommitteeN/AN/A
      Quad City Animal Welfare CenterBoard of DirectorsN/A
      Illinois Small Business Development CenterAdvisory BoardN/A
      Professional Association of Dive InstructorsMaster Scuba Diver TrainerN/A
      Iowa State Bar AssociationN/AN/A
      American Bar AssociationN/AN/A
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      qcattorney BlogMediation2013
      The Iowa LawyerThe Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Applies to You1997
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of Iowa College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1992
      University of IowaBS - Bachelor of Science1988
      Black Hawk CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1986
      Illinois State Bar AssociationForty Hour Mediation and Arbitration TrainingN/A
      Association for Conflict ResolutionForty Hour Divorce and Family Mediation TrainingN/A
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Various real estate offices and lendersMortgage FraudN/A
      Quad City Rental Property AssociationAvoiding Unlawful EvictionsN/A
      Various real estate officesThe Closing ProcessN/A
      First Time Homebuyer presentationsFirst Time Homebuyer presentationsN/A
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Expert WitnessGuilty verdict against defendants

      Reviews

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      Review Thomas Moens

      Consultated on probate issue

      Posted by

      Mr. Moen's is a understanding and wise attorney and gave heartfelt council.
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Very helpful!

      Posted by

      Mr. Moens is very knowledgeable about the issue I was having about my farmland. He pointed me in the right direction and I appreciate it very much. This is a great service!
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney
      Thomas Moens' response: My pleasure. Thank you for your comments.

      Timely and accurate advice

      Posted by

      Provided clear details and advise. Even recommend that I go with someone else who would be better suited for my situation. Great experience.
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Very kind and helpful.

      Posted by

      Answered my questions to the best of his ability and was very helpful.
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Attorney endorsements

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      Elina Golod, Real estate Attorney on Mar 6, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Moens has shown deep knowledge of real estate matters and has always provided sound advice to avvo subscribers and potential clients. He is very thorough and I would recommend him without hesitation

      Jeannine Goche, Real estate Attorney on Feb 28, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. He has as a great deal of experience, is well respected in the legal community and highly praised by his clients.

      Ben-Zion Datika

      I endorse Mr. Moens. He is a great asset to our Avvo community, as his contributions are insightful and helpful for both lawyers and laypeople alike. He is a very knowledgeable and respected lawyer.

      Charles Upton, Business Attorney on Dec 12, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Benjamin Goldman, Real estate Attorney on Nov 8, 2017
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Moens' comments on this forum reveal extensive knowledge of real estate law.

      Willie Graves, Business Attorney on May 25, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Consistently great observations and advice.

      Mark Rowe, Real estate Attorney on Apr 13, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Thomas Moens aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of his clients. He is thorough, detail-orientated, and works tirelessly to protect his clients rights. I highly recommend him.

      Walter Hnot,, Arbitration Attorney on Mar 21, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Thomas is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

      Channika Desilva, Real estate Attorney on Mar 7, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place Mr. Moens among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation.

      Gregory Cade, Arbitration Attorney on Feb 4, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Thomas is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice.

      Shaheen Manshoory, Real estate Attorney on Sep 14, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Mr. Moens because of his responsiveness and thoroughness on the Avvo forum.

      Anna Czarples, Arbitration Attorney on Jun 13, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Moens is knowledgeable in his field and responsive to clients.

      Ross Russell

      Attorney Moens is dedicated to the ADR process and is a well respected Mediator and Arbitrator. He he shown himself to be the attorney to see when it comes to Real Estate issues and ADR. I unreservedly endorse this lawyer.

      Drew Ball, Real estate Attorney on Apr 28, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Moens provides detailed and thorough answers. He is well versed in Real Estate law and is an excellent attorney. I would highly recommend his services to anyone seeking legal representation.

      Virginia Wilber, Real estate Attorney on Apr 1, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer! His answers to Avvo questions are extremely thoughtful and helpful.

      William Mazur, Real estate Attorney on Mar 7, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      As a fellow Illinois lawyer in similar fields of practice, I often find myself answering the same questions as Mr. Moens here on Avvo. I can honestly attest to the thoroughness, accuracy, and value of the answers he provides to the users of this site. It is clear that he is well versed in Real Estate law and a very valuable asset to his clients.

      Kyle Rockershousen

      Mr. Moens constantly goes out of his way to provide useful, informative, and accurate information to people seeking help on the Avvo forums. He is a competent and knowledgeable attorney.

      Bradley Schencker, Mediation Attorney on Oct 13, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      As a fellow member of the legal community in Illinois I have reviewed many of the legal opinions that Mr. Moens provides and his thoughtful insight is evident.

      Mark Clay, Business Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I highly endorse Mr. Moens. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.

      Adam Studnicki

      Mr. Moens provides consistently accurate and helpful answers to Avvo Askers. These are qualities a client should consider for when looking for a lawyer.

      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates$175-$275/hour
      • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs
        10 minutes
      OTHER BILLING TYPES
      • Pro-bono Many lawyers provide free legal help to low-income clients. The percent listed indicates how much of a lawyer's practice is pro bono work.
        5%
      PAYMENT METHODS

      Cash, Check