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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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118 Client Reviews
Showing 11 - 15 of 15 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Wiselet | February 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Great lawyer
Frankly I never thought I would get my green card so fast because my case was so complicated but thankfully I found Maribel who has been very helpful and very professional so on February 3 I went for my second interview I was so scared but she kept telling me you will have your green card today so af...
Posted by Al-Fuquon | December 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best Lawyer ever
Miss Maribel did exactly what she said she was going to do leading all the way up to the case we had multiple conversations and she told me not to be nervous and that she was going to make sure we get the results we were looking for and she did exactly that I'm so happy she made me happy and she did ...
Posted by Vincent | September 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Thank you!
Maribel was very transparent and knowledgeable throughout the entire case. She let me know step by step what to do and what could possibly happen, best case and worse case. Maribel was super kind and awesome to work with. She knows everything about what she does and was able to explain how everything...
Posted by Sokhoeun | April 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
My experience with Mrs. Allen was an excellent one. She was very professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. She stuck by me throughout the entire process and made me feel at ease with my case. She was always available to answer any of my questions and/or my concerns. I would highly recommend Mrs...
Posted by anonymous | November 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
“Hire her! She’s great!”
Ms. Allen is a great lawyer! She worked diligently and with compassion. With her help, my case was moved to dismissal. I truly appreciate her effort and kind nature. In my humble opinion, she is a perfect criminal defense lawyer.
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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 York State Bar AssociationMember
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Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New JerMember
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Essex County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Middlesex County Bar AssociationMember
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