Atty. Melissa Ann Rule

Atty. Melissa Ann Rule

Melissa Ann Rule is a lawyer practicing litigation. Melissa received a B.A. degree from Wheaton College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Bloomington Bloomington 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (224) 561-0376 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa Ann Rule at a glance

Melissa Ann Rule is a litigation attorney based in Bloomington, Illinois. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1994), Pennsylvania (1994), District of Columbia (1996), and New York (2000). Educated at American University (J.D., 1994) and Wheaton College (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Bloomington, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa Ann Rule is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from Wheaton College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Melissa practices in Bloomington, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Ann Rule's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa Ann Rule handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Melissa Ann Rule is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bloomington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Bloomington or all attorneys in Illinois.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Ann Rule

Where is Melissa Ann Rule's law office located?
Melissa Ann Rule's law practice is located in Bloomington, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Ann Rule handle?
Melissa Ann Rule focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Melissa Ann Rule practiced law?
Melissa Ann Rule has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Melissa Ann Rule go to law school?
Melissa Ann Rule earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Melissa Ann Rule for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa Ann Rule directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
American University
- 1994
B.A.
Wheaton College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1994
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996
New York
Admitted: 2000
Illinois
Admitted: 2016

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.