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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
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Posted by Mariya | December 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Excellent lawyer!
I HIGHLY recommend Maribel. She successfully defended my husband, and her pricing was reasonable. Her assistance throughout the process was invaluable. With her communicating throughout the whole situation and being able to empathize with us while also effectively problem solving. It was great workin...
Posted by Manuel Cosigua | November 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer!
I am very grateful for her excellent service. She represented me with an TRO and criminal charges, both cases dismised! Thank you so much!
Posted by Richard | November 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
AMAZING LAWYER! AMAZING RESULTS!
I hired Ms. Allen for a very complicated criminal matter. I was one of several defendants and their lawyers in the case. I spoke to several lawyers who told me I should just plead guilty. From the very start, Ms. Allen took charge and was in complete control. She did an amazing job and got an ama...
Posted by Estrella | September 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Extraordinary Lawyer
I really feel so very short of words which I am actually looking for to originally thank you Ms. Maribel for taking that decision of taking my case in your very hands and helping me out with it. Thank you so much for being my lawyer, for answering every phone call and having an answer to all my thou...
Posted by Patricia | August 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Excellent lawyer and very considerate
Maribel was extremely professional, transparent, trustworthy and resourceful with helping come up with a solution to my case, she’s a quick thinker, very knowledgeable and was always quick to follow up with communication. She spent a lot of time preparing with me and I am grateful for her help in my...
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Criminal defense lawyer
2025
Client's Choice Avvo, Avvo
2025
Recognizing the Top Ten Lawyers of 2025, USA Today
2025
Top 10 Must Know Attorneys of 2025, MSN.COM
2024
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in New Jersey, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2024
Top 100 Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in New Jersey, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
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
2017 - Present
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BS - Bachelor of Science
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