$ 250-250 per hour
Scott E. Allen
also known as Scott Allen
About Scott
Biography
I am married, have two children, and play the bass in our church's praise and worship band.
I started working in a law office when I was an undergraduate in 1989 and that's where I discovered family law. I decided to go to law school and have never seriously considered doing anything else but family law. It is an area of law where I know I can make a positive difference in people's lives.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
32 years
Alimony
20%
32 years
Divorce and Separation
15%
32 years
Family
15%
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 31 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Allen and Spence
2501 Blue Ridge Rd, #250, Raleigh, NC, 27607
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Posted by Ken | May 28, 2014
An Attorney That Actually Cares
I was out of options and Scott was there to help. I have spoken to or met many attorney's in Wake County and Scott was the only one that REALLY actually cared about my situation. It sounds cliche' but it's not. I could clearly tell that Scott had given a lot of thought to my case. Scott has exten...
Posted by Felicia | April 22, 2010 | Divorce & Separation
Confident and stands for your rights
Scott Allen took my divorce case after my first lawyer failed to stand for my rights.Scott took the case and I began to sleep better at night.My marriaged ended from abuse so I was very weary.I had to even report my first lawyer to the NC bar so finding Scott with Rosen Law ended the nightmare.He si...
Scott E. Allen's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I have worked with Scott as opposing counsel on several cases over the years. Working with Scott is always a pleasure. He is an excellent attorney and consummate professional. He knows the law and cares about his clients. Anyone represented by Scott will be in excellent hands."
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"Mr. Allen is an outstanding and excellent attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone to him for his services. I have been practicing for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, private attorney, and prosecutor, and I learn from his answers on Avvo every day. Simply an exemplary attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is a great advocate for his clients and always is a professional in every way."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Scott as opposing counsel in the past and seen his work. Scott is a fantastic divorce attorney who represents clients aggressively, yet is reasonable enough to settle cases when they need to be settled. Knowledgeable and capable."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Allen is an excellent attorney who will zealously advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He provides detailed and insightful analysis to questions posed by AVVO subscribers. The detailed responses and thorough explanations provided here display a vast knowledge of the law. He is an asset to the legal community."
"I am very happy to endorse Attorney Allen. His advice is thoughtful, accurate, and most importantly, practical. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client, friend, or family member if any should ever need legal services in the Raleigh/Chapel Hill area."
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"Scott is an excellent attorney who will look after your best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott combines experience and determination to protect the interests of his clients - a fine advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Allen has an outstanding reputation and is one of the top Family Law attorney's in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse his legal services."
"Scott and I worked at the same firm. His advocacy skills are top-notch, and he is a lawyer that definitely cares about his clients and their families. I recommend Scott to anyone looking for a high quality divorce of family attorney in the Raleigh area without reservation."
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Experience
Honors
1991
Highest Scholastic Achievement Award - Philosophy and Religion, NCSU
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Allen and Spence, Attorneys at Law
2005 - 2011
Attorney, Rosen Law Firm
1994 - 2005
Attorney, Family law practice in Wake County, NC
Associations
1998 - Present
ARRL - American Radio Relay LeagueVolunteer Counsel
1995 - Present
North Carolina Bar Associationmember
1994 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
American Bar AssociationMember
2000 - 2013
North Carolina Bar AssociationTechnology Advisory Committee
1994 - 2003
Wake County Family LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Power v. Power
pending
ARMSTRONG v. DROESSLER, NC Court of Appeals
successful appeal
Provenzano v. Provenzano, NC Court of Appeals
successful appeal
Watkins v. Watkins - NC Court of Appeals
successful appeal
Lavalley v. Lavalley, NC Court of Appeals
Education
1994
University of North Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
North Carolina State University
BA
Speaking Engagements
N/A
North Carolina Bar Association
Family Law
N/A
CLE
Alimony and postseparation support
Publications
1995
NBO CLE
NBI - 1995 Changes to Alimony Laws in nC
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will I still be able to receive alimony after divorce?
14 Apr 2023
Q&A
In North Carolina (Wake County), can your spouse make any kind of appointments on their non-custodial days for the children?
10 Mar 2023
Q&A
What happens if we have legal separation papers but have always lived in the same house in Bladen County, NC?
11 Aug 2018