David Robert Allen

David Robert Allen

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer Practice Areas: Immigration

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

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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Showing 16 - 20 of 23 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great work!

David helped prepare a successful NIW petition for me. He was very easy to communicate with and I felt that the resulting petition really reflected my profile. Would recommend!

Posted by anonymous | June 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Succesful NIW process

Working with David Allen was so delightful. I really appreciate him making my case strong enough to result in an approval stage. I reached out to him and Ellis Porter while so many other lawyers denied my case as my scientific papers and conference journals hadn't high number of citations. But, he as...sured me from the beginning that my case has enough other evidences such as international awards and papers to showcase to USCIS as proof that I have a scientific contribution to my field. I also would like to add that the preparation of evidences and filing my case was a very smooth and fast process with David. I am absolutely satisfied and grateful for the service I received. Thank you!

Posted by Mehrdad | February 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent service - highly recommended

I just received the approval on my I-140 (NIW). David’s offered me the expedited service which turned out to be exactly what I needed. He helped me build a strong case in a few weeks, and fortunately I received the approval in 6 month. Our communication was always clear and in time. Overall, he help...ed to make the whole experience effortless and efficient.

Posted by Paul | December 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Consummate attorney

I engaged the services of David for the Immigration Petition for Alien Worker and am excited to say that the entire process exceeded my expectations. My first application with a different lawyer was denied, but after switching to Ellis Porter for the second application, David was able to achieve a po...sitive outcome on my application. Admittedly, my case was not an easy one, but David was able to address the intricacies. Unlike many attorneys that have a limited number of case profiles that they handle, David is versatile and experienced with navigating a wide range of backgrounds. He can assess clients’ details and prepare a strategy to their Form I-140 applications or help get them a strong response to the RFE and ultimately obtain an approval. I have already recommended David to my peers and will continue to do so.

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.

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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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