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David is an Attorney on our High-Skilled Immigration Services team working with clients from a variety of research, academic, and business fields who are seeking visas and green cards in the EB-1A Extraordinary Ability, EB-1B Outstanding Professor/Researcher, EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) and O-1 Extraordinary Ability immigration categories. David works closely with clients in the self-petition context, as well as employers in the employer-sponsored processes, and he offers a unique skill-set to identify creative strategies for cases that may otherwise be overlooked.
Before joining Ellis Porter, David worked as an Attorney in Ann Arbor, Michigan in the high-skilled immigration field and played a key role in managing the legal strategies for thousands of EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW and O-1 cases.
In the course of managing this high volume of applications, David soon realized that personally-customized EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW and O-1 strategies consistently get better results than using a one-size-fits-all template approach, and this inspired him to co-found Immigration Advocates, PLLC with John Goslow and Andy Ingebritson in July 2017. The firm's mission was to enhance each client's experience and improve case outcomes by focusing more on truly understanding their unique professional achievements, and then developing personally-customized case strategies that highlight those achievements in the most compelling way.
Ellis Porter shares this philosophy, so it made perfect sense for David and his attorney colleagues to join forces with Ellis Porter to create our High-Skilled Immigration Services team.
Outside the office, David likes to spend his free time traveling, both near and far. He also enjoys live music, art exhibits, festivals of all kinds, and various lecture series. David is constantly curious to learn about history, science, and anything that would give him an advantage at trivia games.
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Posted by Md Alomgeer | July 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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I had the pleasure of working with Attorney David Robert Allen and his paralegal, Madelynn Carter, during my I-140 filing process, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the support and guidance I received. From the very beginning, David was professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable about...
Posted by Mithu | May 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Fantastic Experience
I had an absolutely fantastic experience working with David Allen and his team on my I-140 petition. From the very beginning, David was incredibly responsive, clear, and proactive in guiding me through each step of the process. He provided detailed instructions and was always available to answer my q...
Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Thank You for the Support on My NIW Case
I’m incredibly thankful to David and Madelynn for their outstanding support throughout my NIW process. They were always quick to respond — often getting back to me within a day — and took the time to explain everything clearly and in a way that was easy to follow, which meant a lot to me as someone w...
Posted by Alessandro | April 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent Support in Preparing My NIW Petition
I was looking for legal support to file my NIW petition when Ellis Porter studio was recommended to me, and it truly turned out to be the best advice I could have received. I had the pleasure of being assisted by David Allen: his professionalism, patience, and dedication made the entire process strai...
Posted by Ethan | April 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Hat tip to David and Madelynn
David and Madelynn provided incredible services throughout my NIW case. They consistently responded to all my questions in less than one business day, and their explanations were clear and easy to understand — which I really appreciated, especially since I don't have much legal background. I couldn't...
"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."
"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."
"Dave is an excellent immigration attorney with a deep understanding of immigration laws and regulations. I strongly recommend him for high skilled immigration needs."
"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."
Immigration lawyer
Immigration lawyer
Immigration lawyer
Immigration lawyer
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018 - Present
Partner, Ellis Porter, PLC
2017 - 2018
Partner, Immigration Advocates, PLLC
2014 - 2017
Attorney, North America Immigration Law Group
2019 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationLiaison Committee to USCIS Texas Service Center Operations
2018 - Present
U.S. Supreme CourtAdmitted Member
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Approved without RFE
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2021
English