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Derek James Luster is an accomplished attorney at Allison & Mosby-Scott Law Office in Bloomington, IL, where he specializes in a diverse array of practice areas including insurance, probate, real estate, and tax law. With over a decade of legal experience, Derek is dedicated to guiding clients through complex legal landscapes to achieve their objectives with confidence and clarity. Before joining Allison & Mosby-Scott, Derek served as Senior Counsel for Mergers & Acquisitions at Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), a Fortune 50 leader in the agriculture sector. In this high-stakes role, he expertly navigated intricate cross-border transactions, notably overseeing a monumental $3 billion acquisition of a European flavorings business and orchestrating the $1.3 billion sale of ADM’s cocoa processing division. His deep expertise in business law, commercial litigation, and risk management has proven invaluable, allowing him to tackle sensitive transactional issues with precision. Derek's academic journey began at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance, focusing on Investments and Banking, complemented by a minor in Accounting. He furthered his legal education at Southern Illinois University School of Law, all while gaining practical experience in ADM’s Insurance and Risk Management Department. A proud native of Central Illinois, Derek enjoys the outdoors and cherishes time spent with family and friends. He and his fiancée, Alexandra Lakshmanan, share their home with two beloved dogs. When he’s not advocating for clients, Derek can be found hunting, exploring nature, or traveling to new destinations. His commitment to excellence in legal practice and his deep roots in the local community make him a trusted partner for those navigating the intricacies of law in Illinois.

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