Atty. Scott Michael Belt

Atty. Scott Michael Belt

Scott Michael Belt is a lawyer practicing personal injury, municipal law, real property and 2 other areas of law. Scott received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Morris Morris 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Michael Belt at a glance

Scott Michael Belt is a Member based in Morris, Illinois, practicing at Scott M. Belt & Associates P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, workers comp, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990) and Florida (2016). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1990) and Southern Illinois University (B.S. Southern, 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Illinois State and American Bar Association. Serands clients in Morris, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Michael Belt is a lawyer practicing personal injury, municipal law, real property and 2 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Scott practices at Scott M. Belt & Associates P.C. in Morris, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Michael Belt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Michael Belt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Scott Michael Belt is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Scott Michael Belt is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Scott Michael Belt is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Scott Michael Belt is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Morris 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Michael Belt

Where is Scott Michael Belt's law office located?
Scott Michael Belt's law practice is located in Morris, Illinois. The firm is Scott M. Belt & Associates P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Michael Belt handle?
Scott Michael Belt focuses on personal injury, real estate, workers comp, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Scott Michael Belt practiced law?
Scott Michael Belt has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Scott Michael Belt go to law school?
Scott Michael Belt earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S. Southern, 1986).
How can I contact Scott Michael Belt for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Michael Belt 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.
What awards or recognition has Scott Michael Belt received?
Scott Michael Belt's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1990
B.S. Southern
Southern Illinois University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990
Florida
Admitted: 2016

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