Michael Thomas Allen

Michael Thomas Allen

4.9
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 8 years

Family Lawyer at Colorado Springs, CO
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense

220 E Costilla St, Colorado Springs, CO

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

- Felony - Misdemeanor - Traffic - Municipal - Plea Negotiations - Trial - Mandatory Protection Orders - Motions Practice

50%
Family 50%

- Divorce - Civil Protection Orders - Child Custody - Spousal Maintenance - Child Support

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 8 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Moran, Allen & Associates Family Law Attorneys

220 E Costilla St, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903

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Michael Thomas Allen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

83 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 24 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Unreliable reviews.

We cannot recommend the attorney Mike Allen. He was retained to handle our 20 year old daughters Custody Case of a one year old child. Our daughter highly paid for their services. Unlike some whom Mike states have left poor reviews and are not their clients, she paid a lot of money to retain them. Mi...ke started out as ambitious and seemingly competent. Part of the way through a very traumatic year he quit responding to calls and emails and did not support or adequately represent our daughter in a very fragile & volatile parental case where she was assaulted by an older military man and conceived a child. She had a protection order against him. This man records reveal he was found guilty of assaulting 'multiple' other women and now has an other than honorable discharge from the military. Mike at the time even told our daughter "Even if this man was a murderer he's still the father," obviously shows he was not working for the best interests of this child. The other parent even had sent an email to Mike stating he would sign anything but Mike's suggestion to our daughter was to "ignore the request in hopes he'd eventually just drop everything and move on to another relationship." Mike quit representing our daughter shortly afterwards and never asked permission when he gave the case over to a brand new attorney in the firm. Mike and Keith succumbed to the opposing counsel's requests, did not work diligently for our daughters parental responsibility plan, did not defend our daughter, or protect our one year grandson's future. Devastating service as the life of a small child has been greatly effected. So sadly, we cannot in any way recommend these attorneys.

Posted by Hannah | March 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Michael Moran is your guy!

I am so grateful to have been referred to Michael Allen. He is a straight shooter and doesn’t shy away from explaining both the strong and weak points concerning your case, so there aren’t any surprises later - which is greatly appreciated! He is immensely intelligent, passionate about his work, and ...someone that I will absolutely call upon if needed in the future. I had all the confidence in the world knowing that Michael was going to be the one representing me in court. Thank you Michael for putting my mind at ease!

Posted by Haleigh | December 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Good man, good Firm!

Mike is fighter for his clients. I went through an awful divorce, and to me it was a scary and defeating experience. Mike and his team would talk me through everything, guide me through each process and sometimes dry my tears when I couldn't take it anymore. He is encouraging, and fights for what'...s right. I am so glad he was on my side through the hardest thing I've ever done. I never wanted to go through divorce, but it eased my pain to know I had good people working for my good.

Posted by Melanie | October 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Awesome attorney

Mike was my divorce lawyer and he did a great job. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney. I appreciate the work and effort that was put into it, they definitely won't let you down.

Posted by Megan | July 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Protection order assistance

Mr Allen represented me in a protection order case against my husband. He clearly described the process and my options so I could make the best decision for my future peace of mind. He is detailed and honest about various outcomes of the case, which I appreciated. He is also supportive, which meant t...he world to me in such an emotional case. I would recommend Mr Allen to anyone seeking assistance in family law, especially protection orders.

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Michael Thomas Allen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Keith Karnes

Family lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I would highly recommend Mike T. Allen for representation in Family Law and Criminal Defense. Mike is always prepared for court, demonstrated a passion for working hard for clients to obtain the best possible outcome, and as a former prosecutor is not afraid of litigation."

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Kimberly Maher

Family lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney. I have respect his advice and will continue to refer friends to him as well."

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Austin Lux

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike's a diligent attorney who works hard for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Maher

Family lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike is a true professional and well respected in the El Paso county legal community. He is diligent, knowledgeable, and focused on producing lasting results for his clients. I have recommended close friends of mine seek Mike’s counsel on domestic relations matters."

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Aaron Gaddis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His experience as a DA is invaluable for both his knowledge and connections."

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Keith Karnes

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Austin Lux

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Jeremy Tipton

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Kimberly Maher

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aaron Gaddis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Maher

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Associations

2019 - Present

Restorative Justice for the Pike's Peak Region

2019 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

2017 - 2019

Colorado District Attorneys Association

Member

Education

2017

University of St. Thomas School of Law - Minneapolis

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Oregon

BA - History

Languages

English

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