David Robert Allen

David Robert Allen

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer Practice Areas: Immigration

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$0 first 30 minutes


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Licensed in Michigan for 13 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2012

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David Robert Allen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

182 Client Reviews

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Posted by Surena | April 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Very knowledgable and professional

David is very professional, knows his job very well and you can completely trust him with all the caveats of NIW application. He knows the laws and procedures related to NIW very well and in detail and he is very good at communicating and answering your questions. I have been very satisfied with his ...service and would highly recommend to anyone seeking a green card through NIW. It is worth mentioning that my case was a pure science case (mathematics PhD background), and it is well known there are challenges specific to people in the areas of pure science (low number of citations, papers, etc). David was in particular very experienced about the special situation for applicants of pure science fields, which is very valuable and rare.

Posted by Vijay | December 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent attorney

David Allen was my attorney for my EB-1 green card application. Right from the time I began working with him I realized that I was extremely lucky to have him prepare my case. Not only is David extremely knowledgeable about the legal procedures but he's also extremely articulate about explaining how ...these matters applied to my case. He answered all my questions patiently and quite thoroughly. He also ensured to allay all my anxieties and apprehensions, at least during the beginning phase of the consultation, by encouraging me to work on my required documents (letters from experts in the field, collecting all the relevant publications, paperwork etc) piecemeal. He sought input for all the drafts that he created and he graciously accepted all the changes that I requested. He did all of this promptly and submitted the finalized documents to USCIS without any delay. It took a long time (about 4-5 months) to get everything ready for my case and I believe that had it not been for David's organization and patient and wise counsel I believe it would've taken longer. After he submitted my paperwork I had to wait awhile before I could continue on to the next steps. When the USCIS availability opened up David contacted me and guided me for the next step and set me up with another attorney who helped me for the next steps. This transition was smooth and quite efficient. I have now received my green card and I believe it is in no small part the result of David's hard work! David is an excellent immigration attorney and I'm quite lucky to have him prepare my EB-1 case. I cannot recommend David Allen highly enough! Thank you, David, for helping me!

Posted by Eva | August 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The best decision of my life!

I can't give David five stars because that would mean that he will be booked a year in advance, and he will not have more capacity for clients like me. My EB-2 NIW petition was a daunting challenge, and I still can't believe that we managed to file the case with 100% success, no RFE requested. Hiring... David as my attorney was the best decision of my life. Imagine filing an application where you always need to choose the "other" option because the offered list doesn't apply to you. That was exactly my case. David was absolutely professional, available almost 24/7, nitpicking every word to ensure that we meet the requirements and justify how the US would benefit from my expertise on a national level. When David sent me the final 200-page draft, I started to cry. From the introduction to the conclusion, I couldn't believe the whole case was about my life - it was absolute perfection, precisely explained and justified - from a personal, professional, legal, and future perspective. I could talk for hours about what made this collaboration special and how much I learned from David not only as a client but as a person. If you are looking for a genuine and passionate attorney who will tackle your skills and expertise in a way you could never imagine, look no further. Some life opportunities come only once in a lifetime, so don't miss yours and book a free consultation appointment with David as soon as possible.

Posted by Nima | July 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Case was approved without RFE- DAVID is outstanding in what he does

By the time David has accepted to represent my case, I was rejected by all other agencies that you often hear about them. Unlike other agencies that focus on citations, David has done an outstanding job in showing how my education, research, and publications could be fruitful to the US. I submitted m...y case with David in 4 months since the time I signed the agreement with the EllisPorter. My case was approved with only 11 citations without RFE while I was a Ph.D. student in social science. Strongly suggest working with David and don't waste your time waiting for other agencies to accept your case only based on the number of citations you would have. He is fast and responsive and doing a professional job.

Posted by Mija | December 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Dr. David Allen did a phenomenal job on my NIW case (One conference paper, Zero citation: An approval WITHOUT an RFE!)

In short, if you have a concern about the numbers of papers and citations, Dr. Allen (J.D) is one of the MOST professional and reliable lawyers in the area of EB-2 NIW in the United States. Based on my experience -and my close friends' experiences- in working with Dr. Allen, he does not accept an...y case unless he is sure about the high chance of the case being approved. I researched for about two years to find an expert lawyer in EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW). Finally, I was lucky (really lucky) to know Dr. David Allen based on the suggestion of two friends of mine who had worked with him, and both of them got an approval on their NIW cases. I contacted Dr. Allen, and based on their free evaluation and comments, I recognized the area of improvement of my package. I had a huge concern since I had ZERO citation at the time of filling my petition and had only ONE conference paper at that time. My NIW case was approved WITHOUT an RFE, and I truly believe it was because of the fantastic job Dr. Allen did on writing my petition and preparing my package. I asked him a tone of questions while my petition was pending, and he always answered all my questions very accurately, with patience. I strongly recommend Dr. David Allen with 100% confidence, trust, and the faith that I have towards the work they are doing. I have already recommended them to my sister who is also a graduate student here in the United States and was looking for an outstanding, trustable lawyer to file her NIW case. Thank you for making my dreams come true...

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David Robert Allen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexis Barbacci

Immigration lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dave is an extraordinary attorney. He possesses an in-depth understanding of immigration law, and his skills are unmatched. Coupled with his years of experience in the field, he is a true asset to anybody in need of immigration assistance. As a result, I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Fanvin Shen

Immigration lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"David is an incredible attorney. He is extremely well-versed in the intricacies of immigration law. His knowledge and experience are unparalleled. To say that I endorse him is an understatement."

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Jillian Marchi

Immigration lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dave is an excellent immigration attorney with a deep understanding of immigration laws and regulations. I strongly recommend him for high skilled immigration needs."

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Jonathan Goslow

Immigration lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dave has few equals when it comes to his knowledge of the intricacies of immigration law. When someone has a question about some esoteric or complex question of law, they go straight to Dave. Dave is a walking encyclopedia of knowledge when it comes to his field of practice. He has impeccable insight and is always willing to lend a hand. Clients love him for his knowledge and his colleagues love him for his generosity when it comes to lending a hand."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Ellis Porter, PLC

2017 - 2018

Partner, Immigration Advocates, PLLC

2014 - 2017

Attorney, North America Immigration Law Group

Associations

2019 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Liaison Committee to USCIS Texas Service Center Operations

2018 - Present

U.S. Supreme Court

Admitted Member

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

EB-1A Approval for Political Scientist

Approved without RFE

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Education

2012

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

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