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Haley Moss    

Attorney, Author, Artist, Speaker & Autism Advocate

Diagnosed with autism at the age of three, Haley Moss’ parents were told that she might not ever finish high school or earn a driver’s license. Today she is a lawyer, neurodiversity expert, keynote speaker, educator, and the author of several books that guide neurodivergent individuals through professional and personal challenges. Moss is a consultant to top corporations and nonprofits that seek her guidance in creating an inclusive workplace, and she is a sought-after commentator on disability rights and the Americans With Disabilities Act.

Moss' books include "Great Minds Think Differently: Neurodiversity for Lawyers and Other Professionals," "The Young Autistic Adult’s Independence Handbook," "A Freshman Survival Guide for College Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders," and "Middle School — The Stuff Nobody Tells You About: A Teenage Girl With High-Functioning Autism Shares Her Experiences." Her articles have appeared in outlets including the Washington Post, Teen Vogue, GQ, Bustle, Fast Company, Law 360 Pulse, and the ABA Journal.

She is determined to make the world more accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities and to encourage others to embrace neurodiversity. Determined to give back to her community, Moss serves on the Board of Directors of Disability Rights Florida, the Constituency Board for the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities, and the Board of Directors of Florida Lawyers Assistance.

Moss earned her law degree from the University of Miami School of Law and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2019. She is the recipient of awards and honors including the Forbes 30 Under 30 Local (2023), American Bar Association Solo, Small Firm, and General Practice Division’s Breaking Barriers Award (2021), D-30 Disability Impact List (2021), Road Less Traveled Award from Ms. JD (2020), Outstanding Self-Advocate Award from University of Miami — Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (2018), and Publix Self-Advocate of the Year from the Palm Beach County Special Needs Advisory Coalition (2018).

Moss lives in Miami, Florida and is a fan of YA fiction, Taylor Swift, drawing and painting, and video games.

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