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also known as Michelle R. Mosby-Scott
Michelle R. Mosby-Scott is the founder and Managing Partner of the firm Allison & Mosby-Scott where she heads the firm’s Family Law practice and leads and directs the firm’s overall practice. Michelle limits her practice to the area of family law. She regularly represents clients in divorce/dissolution of marriage, child custody, child support, pension division, removal, maintenance/alimony and post decree matters. She has tried hundreds of family law matters during the course of her practice. From this Michelle has developed excellent skills both in trials and negotiations which she leverages to the benefit of the firm’s clients.
Michelle is proud that most of her clients have been referred to her by previous clients or fellow attorneys. These referrals recognize Michelle’s experience, commitment to aggressive representation and focus on achieving client goals. Michelle knows that going through a family law matter is difficult and provides each client with the personal attention they need to accomplish their goals.
A native of Illinois, Michelle R. Mosby-Scott grew up in Southern Illinois. She obtained her Bachelors of Arts Degree from Eastern Illinois University. Michelle then attended Southern Illinois University where she obtained her Juris Doctor. In law school, Michelle served as Survey Editor of the Law Journal and was selected to participate in the Moot Court program her second and third years. Immediately after graduation, Michelle relocated to Central Illinois where she began practicing law. Michelle founded the law firm of Allison & Mosby-Scott in 2000 with William Allison.
Michelle is a published author and has held leadership positions in the Illinois State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. In 2016 Michelle was selected for membership in the The National Advocates: Top 100 for the state of Illinois. Membership in the The National Advocates: Top 100 is limited to the Top 100 Lawyers from each state or region who serve individuals and families in the legal system.
Michelle and Michael, her husband of over two decades, have three children and live in Bloomington, IL. Michelle enjoys spending time with her family and friends and travel
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Acquired: 1995
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210 1/2 N Williamsburg Dr, Bloomington, IL, 61704-3564
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Posted by anonymous | August 8, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
Be prepared to disburse all funds from your checkbook. Litigates until the money runs out. Unprepared for major litigation, lets her staff handle trial prep with lousy results.
Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Very little personal attention was given to my case, Michelle rarely showed up personally to court dates and little guidance was given. Cases are billed and documents are prepared in a fill-in-the-blank fashion. My case was not typical and I was billed and documents prepared as if they were a typical...
Posted by anonymous | February 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Michelle is truly invested in advocating for children. As a parent herself, Michelle is able to see the bigger picture of how legal actions impact a family's daily lives. She is instantly able to understand how children are impacted at different ages/developmental stages. She is incredibly organized ...
Posted by Gary | May 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney
My experience with Michelle Mosby-Scott and Heather Johns, her paralegal, has been very positive. I used this firm for my divorce, afterwards for my will, and recently again to litigate college expenses. Michelle is a highly competent and knowledgeable lawyer who will fight to get you the best possib...
Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Agree with the review from 2020. My case in 2018-19 was prolonged, passed around. She did nothing personally. Billed for everything but not even sure what was done and not even sure it was 100% accurate. Forget disputing it they threaten you right away if you try. Didn’t feel like there was a “team a...
We are sorry that you were not happy with our representation, but we don't feel that this review is an accurate reflection of the services provided. Allison & Mosby-Scott is dedicated to excellence in legal representation and exceptional client service. We would be happy to discuss any concerns you had with your case. We are always available to discuss any concerns clients have with their case, including concerns over billing. We do, though, expect clients to pay for legal services rendered.
"I have had multiple cases against Michelle and know here as a knowledgeable, caring and zealous advocate for her clients. She does phenomenal work in the are of family law - both with matrimonial law and child custody/ allocation matters. She is detail-oriented and thorough."
"Michelle is a strong advocate for her clients. She is an experienced litigator that aggressively represents her client's interests in court. She has a reputation for integrity and professionalism in the legal community as well. I endorse and highly recommend Michelle as a family law attorney."
"I endorse MIchelle Mosby-Scott and recommend her highly. Michelle is always prepared, having done the work to effectively advocate on behalf of her client, whether in negotiations or in the courtroom. She is tenacious and yet very personable. She is respected by bench and bar."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle Mosby-Scott is a positively aggressive and highly competent attorney. Michelle maintains a strong courtroom presence, and practices with civility and integrity. Michelle is one of the best family law attorneys in the profession."
"Without exception, my impressions of Michelle's advocacy in family law are strongly positive. Her skill as an attorney is considerable and her professionalism exemplary."
"Ms. Mosby-Scott is determined and dedicated to achieving the best results for her clients. She has an excellent knowledge of the law and believes in meticulous preparation of her cases."
"Michelle is a hardworking, dedicated and thorough family law attorney. She aggressively represents her clients in divorces, custody disputes, and support actions. She provides her clients with the personal attention they need. She is an experienced litigator and has proven her ability in the courtroom on hundreds of cases. She also has a proven track record of negotiating favorable agreements for her clients."
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2019
Top Lawyer of Illinois, National Advocates
2019
Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top Lawyers of Illinois, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2000 - Present
Partner, Allison & Mosby-Scott
1997 - 2000
Attorney, Law of Office of Ronda Glenn
1995 - 1997
Attorney, Johnson, Bunce & Noble, PC
2000 - Present
McLean County Bar Association
2000 - Present
Illinois Bar FoundationFellow
1995 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
2004 - 2005
American Bar AssociationChair Section on Civil Procedure and Evidence Committee
1997 - 2001
Illinois Bar Journal Editorial BoardMember
1995
Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2000
1999
English