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As a Criminal Defense attorney, I handle DWI, CDS Possession (Controlled Dangerous Substance Possession), Drug Distribution, Drug Manufacturing, Gun Possession, Weapons Possession, Temporary Restraining Order, Domestic Violence, Municipal Court Matters, Sexual Assault, Shoplifting, Credit Card Theft, Fraud, Aggravated Assault and Federal Crimes.
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State: California
Acquired: 2023
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State: New York
Acquired: 2021
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2021
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Posted by Raul | September 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great Lawyer
I highly recommend Maribel. I hired her to help me get visitation with my daughter when my ex was keeping me from seeing my daughter. Maribel fought hard for me proving my case. I now have a thriving relationship with my daughter which is priceless! I'm very happy with her services.
Posted by Mamadou | August 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney. I will recommend her.
I was looking for an attorney to represent me on very short court matter. She was able to submit her representation and engage with a prosecutor right away. The matter that was supposed to take time as resolved in the first phone call. I was satisfied with her work. Thank you Maribel.
Posted by Richard | August 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
My case get thrown out !
Went in feeling unease because I didn’t know how it would go but then I came across Ms. Allen . She helped me not worry and she made me know she had my back . And today she made my case get thrown out , fully appreciate her no doubt .
Posted by Eric | July 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing Attorney
Ms. Allen is superior at what she does. I was looking at a higher chance of receiving a final restraining order for multiple criminal acts against my ex and she was able to get the order dismissed on both ends. I would highly recommend her.
Posted by Alpha | April 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
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Maribel is very professional. And she fought for me in a domestic violence case and she was able to dismiss the case quickly. She was very helpful throughout the whole process; always available to take my calls. I highly recommend her services.
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Criminal defense lawyer
2025
Top 10 Must Know Attorneys of 2025, MSN.COM
2025
Recognizing the Top Ten Lawyers of 2025, USA Today
2025
Client's Choice Avvo, Avvo
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2024
Top 100 Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers
2024
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in New Jersey, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in New Jersey, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021 - Present
Managing Partner, The Allen Law Firm LLC
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New York State Bar AssociationMember
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Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New JerMember
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Essex County Bar AssociationMember
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Middlesex County Bar AssociationMember
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