Terry Scott Allen

Terry Scott Allen

2.8
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 56 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Military Law

591 Camino De La Reina, Suite 525, San Diego, CA

About Terry

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 95%

Represent clients regarding felony and misdemeanor charges in state, federal and, military courts.

47 years

95%
Military Law 5%

Former Judge Advocate, USMC. Defended and prosecuted charges in special and general courts-martial.

56 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 47 years

State: California

Acquired: 1978

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1995

Licensed in Missouri for 56 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1969

Good Standing, Active

Location

Golden State Law Group

591 Camino De La Reina, Suite 525, San Diego, CA, 92108

Law Offices of Terry Scott Allen

Po Box 2749, Oceanside, CA, 92051-2749

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Terry Scott Allen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

2.8 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Compassion

Posted by James | July 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Life Sentence Avoided!!!

To the people of San Diego: Last year in the month of April, I really needed some legal advice and guidance for my son. As I proceeded for hours to find help on the internet, looking for a lawyer, I finally received a call from a gentleman named Mr. David Rodriguez. One of the nicest case manag...ers at Golden State Law Group I have ever encountered. He was so caring and compassionate about my dilemma. As I began to explain to him about my son’s troubles, he was very confident that one of the lawyers there at Golden State would be able to help my son and I. Mr. Rodriguez set up an appointment to meet and discuss my son’s case and my financial obligations. They made the payment plans so easy to fit your budget. The rest is history…… The Lawyer’s name that assisted me was Mr. Terry Allen. What a guy. We talked about my son’s crime and violations. He was already on probation. But this time he was looking at life in prison. That was the probation and D.A. recommendations. With Mr. Allen’s 40+ years in criminal law, he used his knowledge and expertise and worked on my son’s case. I mean video tapes, questioning witnesses, visiting my son in jail and countless hours of filling out paperwork. He did this on top of his other entire case load. Now it was time to go to court. The probation Dept. made another recommendation of 15 years in prison. Mr. Allen said “NO”. We went back to court. D.A said “3-5 years in prison”. Mr. Allen said “NO” again. Then my son’s lawyer made a suggestion to the judge, D.A and probation. They all agreed for my son to serve 8 months in county jail and 3 years of probation, after he finished his sentencing. Wow!!!! It was so intense sometimes that I couldn’t breathe. What can I say if I perceive to write another word. I will start crying all over again. This review that I have written is so real because I have lived that nightmare and GOD sent Mr. Terry Allen to bring my son and me from this terrifying ordeal. P.S. Mr. Allen, I am so grateful to have met you. Sincerely, A client, James B

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Terry Scott Allen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elisabeth Silva

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on cases with Terry Allen as opposing counsel for 25 years. I know him to be a smart, effective advocate for his clients. He works hard to present the prosecutor with evidence that puts the client in the best possible light. He is very effective in trial and recently won a high BA DUI by showing the client drank after driving. Over the years, we have become good friends which makes it a pleasure to recommend him."

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Nicholas Christoph

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terry is a compassionate, hardworking attorney that is dedicated to getting results for his clients. As a friend and colleague, I highly endorse Attorney Terry Allen, an experienced and respected criminal defense attorney."

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David Weil

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Allen for a number of years and have worked together in the same law firm. Personally, not just as a lawyer, I would recommend Terry as a criminal defense lawyer 'of-choice.' His knowledge, experience and client results acheived are exceptional!"

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1995.

Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 1995

updated on 02/07/2010

A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.

Honors

2017

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney/Sole Proprietor, Terry S. Allen, Attorney at Law

2010 - Present

Consulting Attorney, Golden State Law Group

2005 - 2009

Trial Attorney, Head of Criminal Department, Pacific Law Center

1978 - 2005

Attorney/Sole Proprietor, Terry S. Allen, Attorney at Law

1970 - 1974

Judge Advocate, United States Marine Corps

Education

1970

US Naval Justice School

Judge Advocate

1969

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1966

Baker University

AB - Applied Baccalaureate

Languages

English

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