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also known as Allison R. Gerli
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Allison is a dedicated St. Louis family law attorney known for strategic, results-driven representation in emotionally complex cases. She combines her strong legal advocacy with a practical, solution-oriented approach that helps clients move forward with confidence. Clients have a true partner in Allison and her team.
Since joining The Center for Family Law in 2013, Allison has devoted her practice exclusively to family law. She represents clients in a wide range of matters, including complex divorce cases, motions to modify custody and support, custody and support disputes, as well as adoptions and guardianships. In addition to her litigation practice, Allison is a certified family law mediator, and trained in collaborative divorce and as a Guardian ad Litem.
Allison is skilled at helping clients reach efficient, cost-effective resolutions outside the courtroom while still protecting her clients’ long-term interests. Her experience across both litigation and alternative dispute resolution gives her a distinct ability to tailor strategies to each client’s goals and needs.
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State: Missouri
Acquired: 2012
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230 S. Bemiston Ave., Suite 405, Clayton, MO, 63105
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Posted by Katie | July 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend working with Allison!
Working with Allison Gerli and our whole collaborative divorce team was a wonderful experience. Allison helped me stay grounded during what can be a very turbulent process, and she was so supportive and empathetic. She was also very responsive with her communication and always answered my questions, ...
Posted by LaTroy Taylor | July 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Very professional
Allison worked on my case (child custody) during the COVID-19 crisis, where she worked from home. I mention this because not once did I ever feel she was neglecting my case. She remained professional, responded to emails in a timely manner, thoroughly answered any question I asked, and still ensured ...
Posted by Bert | April 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Compassionate, knowledgable, results driven lawyer made for a smooth process
Allison was phenomenal throughout my entire process. She listened to my situation and concerns without prejudice, and worked towards a conclusion that would be agreeable and beneficial to all parties. Payment was very reasonable, and when the retainer was exhausted, the firm worked with me to set up ...
Posted by Lauren | March 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Adoption
Working with attorney Allison Gerli and Paralegal Katie Vatterott on my sons step parent adoption was so amazing. I started the process very early and they were both willing to hear me out and answer all questions so I had an understanding of how the process worked and when to officially get the proc...
Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Tremendous Help Through the Divorce
I highly recommend Allison. She is very professional with the right mix of professionalism, kindness, and compassion. Allison was always available to answer any of my questions or address my concerns through this difficult process.
"Allison is an excellent attorney, and works tirelessly for her clients."
"Allison is a very knowledgeable and compassionate attorney. Would highly recommend her to anyone experiencing a family law issue."
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2019-20 Award of Merit, Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, Young Lawyers Division
2020
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2019
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2019 Rising Star for Missouri and Kansas, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers
2018
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2017
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2017
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2017
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2017 Rising Star for Missouri and Kansas, Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Magazine
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013 - Present
Associate Attorney, The Center for Family Law
1900 - Present
Partner, The Center for Family Law
2018 - Present
St. Louis Collaborative Family Law AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, Women's Leadership NetworkMember
2015 - Present
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, Young Lawyers DivisionTreasurer
2015 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Missouri chapter)Member
2013 - 2018
Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, Young Professional CounselMember / Chair
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
2019
Impact of the Digital Age on Family Law Cases
2019
Cross Examination & Deposition of Experts
2013
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