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Biography
My office represents individuals charged with crimes, from misdemeanor to felony. I represent people at the trial stage, appeallate stage, and in post conviction. I have been a lawyer for fifteen years and in that time done only criminal defense.
Having The Right Criminal Defense Attorney Can Be The Difference Between Your Freedom & A Prison Sentence. Free Consultation
A proven appellate attorney can provide justice to even the most hopeless cases.
Having The Right Criminal Defense Attorney Can Be The Difference Between Your Freedom & A Prison Sentence. Free Consultation
Having The Right Criminal Defense Attorney Can Be The Difference Between Your Freedom & A Prison Sentence. Free Consultation
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
25 years
Appeals
15%
25 years
Violent Crime
10%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 24 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 17 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Eric J. Allen, Ltd.
4200 Regent, Suite 200, Suite 200, Columbus, OH, 43219
ericallencriminaldefense.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Eric online.
Eric Jonathan Allen's Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | December 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Mom
He was a p ubluc defender for my son. My son was facing life for a rape he didnt commit. Erics defence...he was found NOT GUILTY! I have friends who have paid up to $60000 for an attorney and not got the kind od defense and profeasionalism my son g o t. Great attoeney...
Posted by Jeremy | November 30, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Put my life in his hands.
Eric and his staff helped throughout my entire process. With my charges, i put my life in this mans hands. And would recommend him to anyone in need of his expertise.
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great communication
Eric called me within an hour of reaching out to him on a Sunday...got to the point and told me what he could try to do and that he will work to get the best outcome he possibly can due to the charges my husband was facing. Eric went and seen my husband the very next day and started working on his ca...
Posted by Joe | October 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Just an “Average Joe”
Appointed to handle an appeal in a smaller town I was shocked when this man responded to my correspondence. I had one court use another courts decision as justification to ”kidnap” my child & I couldn’t be more grateful for the blatant disregard to justice than I am now.... I wish he had his feet wet...
Eric Jonathan Allen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Eric's work speaks for itself. His name is found in the little black book of hundreds of lawyers across the nation. When you need someone to deeply probe the criminal justice system and uncover fresh paths, Eric is your guy. His network is more than substantial, he routinely tag-teams with some of the best professionals in the business, and he never runs out of tricks. He is Tops in my book, and when I am not getting any headway with my folks, he is who I can call in for extra attention and a new angle on the action. His maneuvering is first rate. Do yourself a favor and call Eric first. Everyone is satisfied with him, as he excels at his job."
"I endorse this lawyer. A lawyer can accomplish things. A truly compassionate lawyer can accomplish better things. Mr. Allen is of the later variety."
"I have worked with Eric Allen on criminal appeals. I also spent substantial time discussing criminal law and appellate matters with him when we both attended a Death Penalty Seminar at Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College. Eric is a thoughtful, hard-working attorney who gives 100% to his clients."
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Mark Gardner
DUI and DWI lawyer
Jeffrey Gamso
Appeals lawyer
Brian Jones
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
Distinguished Alumni Award, Albion College
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Chief trial counsel, The Law Office of Eric J Allen, LTD
2001 - 2003
Associate, Poppe Law Office
2000 - 2000
Externship, Southern District of Ohio Federal Defender
1999 - 1999
Intern, Illinois Appellate Defender -Capital Unit
Associations
2002 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2001 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard member
1997 - Present
ACLUMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v JB
dismissed
State v C.M,
acquitted
State v RT
reversed and remanded
State v JG
dismissed
State of Ohio v Joseph Smith
aquitted following a jury trial
State v CB
reversed and remanded
Education
2000
Ohio Northern University
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Albion College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Death Penelty
2014
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Death Penelty
2008
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Procedural Default
2007
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Preserving the Record for Appeal
Publications
2015
Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books)
Toiling in the barren soil for the fruits of justice: Representing those Accused of Sex Crimes
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Question from for an innocent man below.
09 Jan 2026
Q&A
Can an inmate request commutation from the state governor at "any time" after they're sentenced?
06 Dec 2023
Q&A
BCI and FBI results are accurate, even when you have results sent to yourself?
17 Aug 2023