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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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115 Client Reviews
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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 ...
Posted by Brian | March 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Criminal Attorney
Maribel is an outstanding criminal lawyer who truly fights for her clients. She was incredibly helpful in getting my second-degree case dropped by the state prosecutor. Throughout the process, she was knowledgeable, responsive, and dedicated, always keeping me informed and reassured. Her expertise an...
Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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’...
Posted by Miguel | November 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Very good lawyer
Very satisfied with her legal services, very professional and help me with my DWI matter
Posted by Alfredo Fidel Vasquez-Guzman | November 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer
She did an amazing job representing me in a criminal case.. I ended up with fines only. She was always reachable and was on my side. 100% recommend
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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
2021 - Present
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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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