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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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116 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Highly Professional Attorney
Ms. Maribel Allen is the best! She helped me throughout the entire process and thanks to her communication and support we managed to have the case dismissed with the expedited expungement. I recommend her 100%. She is an excellent professional and gave me the best advice. I am eternally grateful to...
Posted by Pierre | January 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very accessible, very good communicator and caring
It was such a relief knowing that we could contact Maribel directly by text message or cell phone and get a quick response to any questions or concerned that we had. We felt on the same team working together. Our case was dismissed by the judge and our life is back to normal. Maribel charged us ...
Posted by Konstantin | December 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Outstanding! Dont search anymore
Ive called and searched for the best criminal lawyers after an incident that earned me a 5yr charge for a misunderstanding. Maribel Allen has exceeded my expectations and i walked home. Her communication was outstanding, she constantly reaches out to the judges chambers and any other personnel requir...
Posted by Ana | December 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Fast and easy
I hired Ms. Allen to do my divorce, at the same time I wenas dealing with my abusive husband, she did all the paperwork and advice me in many ways. The process was extremely fast, she was always available for me and explained every question I had.
Posted by Jaime M | October 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Consistent lawyer
I had the privilege of working with Maribel to secure change status and obtain a green card for my wife, and I can’t express how grateful I am for her outstanding legal expertise and unwavering dedication throughout the process. From our very first consultation, it was clear that Maribel was not ...
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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
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Managing Partner, The Allen Law Firm LLC
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New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
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New York State Bar AssociationMember
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Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New JerMember
2020 - Present
Essex County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Middlesex County Bar AssociationMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BS - Bachelor of Science
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Will I be in trouble when filing N-400 application if I did not file a tax return for my first year as a US resident?
05 Aug 2022
Can I adjust status through marriage with a US Citizen if I am corrently in a COS (B2-F1). And my I-94 expired 1 month ago?
06 May 2022
My previous employer has not notified uscis that I left the job yet. H1B visa.
28 Apr 2022