About Moellring & Ambler
Moellring & Ambler, LLC was founded in 2015 by Marcia Moellring and Katie Ambler. Prior to founding the firm, Katie and Marcia practiced together at another firm where they added Veterans Benefits to their bankruptcy and workers compensation practices. Over time, they realized that helping Veterans with benefits claims was most fulfilling and they shifted to exclusively practicing Veterans Benefits. What started out as a local practice in central Illinois and northeast Missouri has grown to representation of Veterans nationwide. Together with their team, Moellring & Ambler strive to maximize benefits for Veterans.
The practice includes representation of Veterans at the agency level of the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) and the Board of Veterans’ Appeals. Additionally, the attorneys practice before the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Katie and Marcia have been licensed with the Court since 2007, have been accredited by the VA since 2008 and are sustaining members of the National Organization of Veterans Advocates (NOVA).
The attorneys have developed a process of reviewing new client claims files to determine what course of action is possible and how best to help veterans win the benefits they are entitled to. When a veteran becomes a client, the attorneys strategize a plan to appeal through a Decision Review Request appeal at the Veterans Benefits Administration or at the Board of Veterans’ Appeals. They also file clear and unmistakable error (CUE) claims that have the potential for tremendous back benefits.
Dylan Welker joined the team in 2009 and was accredited by the VA in 2010. He is a support member of NOVA. His understanding of VA diagnostic codes is unmatched. Megan Backs joined the team in 2019 and is also a support member of NOVA. Megan and Dylan are firm case managers. In addition to writing appeals, Dylan and Megan speak daily with the veterans helping them prepare for C&P exams, discussing rating decision outcomes, and planning next steps.
Gina has been with the team since April 2016, starting as receptionist and assisting with every aspect of the practice. Gina is often the first contact with a new veteran. Her family includes many veterans which gives her an inside understanding of the veteran community. Her assistance is invaluable in keeping the wheels of the office turning.
Valerie and Maggie joined the firm in 2024 and have become a vital part of the team as we continue to grow to better serve our veterans. Valerie is a case manager in training and Maggie brings many years of experience from teaching and working for Mark Twain Corp of Engineers.
Attorney Julie Schuetz joined the team in 2024 and is using her vast appellate experience to assist in writing appeals at each level of the appellate process.