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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 16 - 18 of 18 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
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 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 Tyler | April 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A+ lawyer services
Great Lawyer. Handled everything that was asked from her. Really appreciated her attention to detail in order to get my case dismissed.
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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