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J. Allen Mastantuno
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Attorney J. Allen Mastantuno was not always a defense lawyer. As a former prosecutor for South Carolina's 9th Judicial Circuit, J. Allen Mastantuno handled hundreds of cases, including Murder, Armed Robbery, Burglary, Trafficking Drugs and Felony DUI. As the lead DUI attorney in his solicitor’s office, J. Allen Mastantuno handled more than a hundred DUI cases ranging from DUI 1st to Felony DUI. His experience as a former prosecutor taught him how to effectively try cases and earned him a reputation as an aggressive trial lawyer. Now, as a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Mastantuno can help his clients protect and defend their rights by creating a legal plan that not only works to achieve their goals, but also covers all angles of defense. With attorney J. Allen Mastantuno's unique background and experience as a former prosecutor and memberships in the American Bar Association, Charleston County Bar Association and South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, clients can be confident that he has the knowledge and skills to obtain results and protect their future.
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Licensed in South Carolina for 17 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
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Law Offices of J. Allen Mastantuno
171 Church Street, Suite 160, Charleston, SC, 29401
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Great Lawyer
Allen has represented me in 2 criminal cases. My boyfriend in 1 and now my boyfriends dad in an outstanding injury case. All 3 times we got the outcome We wanted & needed to maintain our reputation. He is very honest & worked so kindly with me through a financial standpoint. He is very fast & does ev...
J. Allen Mastantuno's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Allen and against him and I have seen him take very difficult situations for his clients and get great results."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Mastantuno's combination of experience and attention to detail make him a formidable advocate. He enjoys what he does and it shows."
"I have worked with Mr. Mastantuno as a former prosecutor and personally know him to be very dedicated to his clients and is a well-respected attorney in the Charleston area."
"Allen is a great lawyer. He gets results for his clients. He always returns calls and treats everyone with respect."
"I endorse this lawyer. Allen is a former prosecutor who focussed on DUI and violent crimes cases. As a defense attorney, Allen has been successful in trial and understands how to evaluate your case. I would recommend Allen's services to anyone looking for a competent criminal defense lawyer."
"I endorse Jackie. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner, Mastantuno Law Firm, LLC
2008 - 2010
Assistant Solicitor, 9th Circuit Solicitor's Office
2008 - 2008
Clerk, Federal Public Defender
Associations
South Carolina Bar Association
Member
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Charleston County Bar Association
Member
Charleston County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Education
2007
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
College of Charleston
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
South Carolina Highway Patrol DUI Training
DUI Prosecution
2009
Berkeley County Law Enforcement Training
DUI Prosecution
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers