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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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119 Client Reviews
Showing 16 - 20 of 23 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Nalda Lamplugh | August 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
My case
Maribel is an amazing lawyer; she treated my case as if it was here own and got me a great outcome. She is professional and friendly. I was very satisfied with here because I felt at ease how she handed my case. She kept in touch with me, took the time to explain everything to me. She got my charge d...
Posted by Ebony | August 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Saved my career and life
I had charges against me and didn’t understand the legal field or legal term, Maribel was very patient and professional and made me feel like I was in good hands even when I was frustrated and panicked. She worked with me and the court system and got all charges dropped, I was able to keep my career ...
Posted by Leslie | June 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
assiduous lawyer
Maribel is an amazing lawyer. From the start she asked me specific questions so she can get a better understanding of my case and not miss a detail. She then gave me a affordable price and then the work started. She called me to find out details , and we went over details as she looked at all the f...
Posted by Rocio and Herbert | April 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Lawyer and Excellent Service
I have nothing but GREAT things to say about Maribel. I found her online thru reviews as well and decided to give her a call. My husband had gotten a ticket at AC for misbehavior at a casino for an unfortunate situation. Nothing super serious but they were passing it as criminal charges and we got s...
Posted by Joseph | March 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The reviews really do make a difference
I found Maribel after my wife had a few issues with extenuating circumstances and getting arrested. She had just filed for he US Citizenship and I felt that she would not get a good result without solid representation. on the other legal issues, both which could have resulted in a rejection of her c...
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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
2021 - Present
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