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Biography
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.
Providing aggressive and diligent representation by working hard to achieve the best available results to the unique legal challenges that every client faces. Our legal strategies always keep the best interest of our clients in mind because we are results oriented.
Criminal Defense attorney handling DWI, CDS Possession (Controlled Dangerous Substance Possession), Drug Distribution, Drug Manufacturing, Gun Possession, Weapons Possession, Temporary Restraining Order, Domestic Violence, Aggravated Assault, Theft, Municipal Courts matters and Federal Crimes.
Failed Sobriety Test, DWI Refusal, First, Second and Third DWI, Driving While Suspended After DWI.
Divorce, Child Support, Child Custody and Visitation, Prenuptial Agreements, Alimony, Guardianship, Domestic Violence, Restraining Orders, Post-Judgment Modifications, Uncontested Divorces, Property Settlement Agreements, Equitable Distribution.
Family-based Immigration Petitions (green cards), Deportation, Cancellation of Removal, and Cancellation of Removal under VAWA (Violence Against Women Act), TPS for Venezuelan Citizens, Fiancé(e) Visas, J Visas, H1-B Visas, EB-5 Visas and Special Immigrant Juveniles (SIJ).
Practice Areas
13
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
DUI and DWI
10%
Drug Crime
10%
Expungement
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2026 2025 2024
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2
Licenses
Licensed in California for 2 years
State: California
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 4 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 4 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Location
Maribel Josefina Allen's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (42)
Lawsuits & Disputes (26)
Immigration (8)
Domestic Violence (5)
Child Custody (4)
Divorce & Separation (3)
DUI & DWI (2)
Expungement (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Consumer Protection (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Litigation (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
Violent Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 11 - 11 of 11 reviews | General Knowledge
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...
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Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Managing Partner, The Allen Law Firm LLC
Associations
2021 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
2021 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2021 - Present
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New JerMember
2020 - Present
Essex County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Middlesex County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
New York City Bar Association
Member
Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey
Member
California Lawyers Association
Member
Education
N/A
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Rutgers University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
Italian
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
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
Q&A
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
Q&A
My previous employer has not notified uscis that I left the job yet. H1B visa.
28 Apr 2022