Maribel Josefina Allen

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Maribel Josefina Allen

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 4 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New Brunswick, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family ... +10 more

292 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ

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About Maribel

Biography

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%

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, and Shoplifting.

25%
DUI and DWI 10%

DUI &DWI, Refusals, First and Second DWI Offenses, Under 21 years old with a BAC of 0.02 percent, Over 21 with a BAC of 0.08 percent.

10%
Drug Crime 10%

10%
Expungement 10%

10%
Family 10%

Divorce, Annulment, Guardianship, Adoption, Child Support, Custody, Parenting Time, Alimony, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Mediation, Equitable Distribution, Domestic Violence, Restraining Order.

10%
Immigration 10%

Family-based Immigration Petitions (green cards), Deportation, Cancellation of Removal, and Cancellation of Removal under VAWA (Violence Against Women Act), Fiancé(e) Visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, J Visas, H1-B Visas, and EB-5 Visas.

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

10%
White Collar Crime 10%

10%
Cannabis Law 1%

1%
Federal Crime 1%

1%
Juvenile Law 1%

1%
Sex Crime 1%

1%
Violent Crime 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025 2024
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 2 years

State: California

Acquired: 2023

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 4 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2021

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 4 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Allen Law Firm

292 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

theallenlawfirmnj.com

Maribel Josefina Allen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

115 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Immigration

Posted by Gavi Rojas Castillo | December 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Un proceso difícil con un final favorable gracias a una gran abogada

Quiero compartir mi experiencia con mi proceso migratorio. Fui recomendado con la abogada Maribel Allen por el doctor con quien trabaja mi cuñada. Después de que asistí a una cita con ICE, fui detenido, y fue entonces cuando mi esposa se puso en contacto con la abogada. Estuve dos meses detenido y pa...sé por tres audiencias en las que la parte contraria pedía mi deportación. Sin embargo, gracias al excelente trabajo de la abogada, pude salir en libertad y finalmente obtener la aprobación de mi residencia.

Posted by Lissett | December 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly Professional and Trustworthy Immigration Counsel

I sought legal representation from The Allen Law Firm , to handle my husband deportation proceedings. From the very beginning, Ms.Maribel Allen was straightforward and honest about the realities of the situation. She never made promises or offered false reassurance, even though those are the words ...anyone hopes to hear during such a difficult time. Her seriousness, integrity, and commitment to providing realistic expectations gave me confidence that my case was being handled with true professionalism. Throughout the process, she and her team were consistently available, and whenever she was not immediately reachable, I always received a prompt call, text, or email the same day. Thanks to their hard work, his case was resolved successfully. I am grateful for their support and highly recommend their services.

Posted by Sam | October 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Greencard Journey!

Maribel is such a great lawyer! I came here on a tourist visa in Feb and got married in June. I have no idea about adjustment of status until my husband and I met her. The process was so complicated and needed a lot of paperworks but Maribel made it so easy. She guided us with the entire process and ...answered all of our questions professionally! Every case is different and unique. It could take YEARS to get a Greencard but ours only took 9 WEEKS! It was incredibly fast! You can never go wrong with a great and amazing lawyer! We highly recommend Maribel.

Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The Absolute Best Attorney

I had a shoplifting matter that needed to be handled. As an immigrant waiting for my green card Ms. Allen knew exactly the type of help I needed. She was thorough in getting the information with me, learning about me, and gathering all the details of the incident. Through all obstacles and Ms. Allen’...s determination to get me the best possible outcome she was able to discuss with the judge and prosecutor, ending in a dismissal of the case. Ms. Allen prepared me for the worst outcomes, but fought her hardest to get me the best: and she did. I would recommend Ms. Allen to any persons looking to hire an attorney for criminal or immigration matter. She is one heck of a lawyer!

Posted by Yeukai | May 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Criminal and Immigration Cases

Maribel was super professional and awesome. From day one of the criminal case, I saw integrity because she refused to charge us before the very first court hearing, yet still provided guidance. We then hired her, and throughout the long journey, she’s been available anytime we needed her. We woul...d call her anytime of the day, including weekends and she would still pick up the calls whenever she could. Times that she couldn’t pick because of court sessions and stuff, she would make sure to call back or text back. My brother, through Maribel’s expertise won both cases!! Highly recommend her for both Criminal and Immigration cases.

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

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 Association

Member

2021 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2021 - Present

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jer

Member

2020 - Present

Essex County Bar Association

Member

2019 - Present

Middlesex County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

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

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