Allan Marain, Civil Rights Attorney in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and DV Defense · 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
AttorneyatLaw Offices of Allan Marain
New Brunswick, NJ
Practicing civil rights in New Brunswick since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Allan Marain is an attorney based in New Brunswick, NJ. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and DV Defense. Allan has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Allan Marain. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- New Brunswick, NJ
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Criminal Defense · DV Defense
- Handles Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and DV Defense matters from New Brunswick, NJ.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Allan Marain: Allan Marain is an attorney based in New Brunswick, NJ. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and DV Defense. Allan has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Allan Marain. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Allan takes on
Allan concentrates on civil rights, criminal defense, dv defense, expungement, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Allan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Criminal Defense
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DV Defense
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Expungement
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Civil Rights cases in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Allan takes civil rights matters in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Allan takes criminal defense matters in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.
DV Defense cases in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Allan takes dv defense matters in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.
Expungement cases in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Allan takes expungement matters in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.
Government cases in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Allan takes government matters in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Allan Marain — civil rights lawyer in New Brunswick
Allan Marain is an attorney based in New Brunswick, NJ. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, and DV Defense. Allan has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Allan Marain. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Allan Marain is a lawyer practicing civil rights, expungement, domestic violence and 4 other areas of law. Allan received a degree from Rutgers University at New Brunswick in 1966, and has been licensed for 50 years. Allan practices at Law Offices of Allan Marain in New Brunswick, NJ.
How Allan handles civil rights matters
Allan Marain is a lawyer practicing civil rights, expungement, domestic violence and 4 other areas of law. Allan received a degree from Rutgers University at New Brunswick in 1966, and has been licensed for 50 years. Allan practices at Law Offices of Allan Marain in New Brunswick, NJ.
The kind of cases Allan takes
Allan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, criminal defense, and dv defense matters in New Brunswick and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Seton Hall University at Newark
J.D. · 1976
Rutgers University at New Brunswick
B.A. · 1966
Jurisdictions
Allan's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1983 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1981 · ACTIVE
U.S. Tax Court
1980 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Allan studied at J.D. in Seton Hall University at Newark and B.A. in Rutgers University at New Brunswick.
Law school and academic background
Allan completed J.D. in Seton Hall University at Newark and B.A. in Rutgers University at New Brunswick. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Allan runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Allan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Allan's professional memberships and bar associations
New Jersey State Bar Association
Chair, Criminal Law Section Past chair, Municipal Court Practice Section) National Organization for Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML, Member, Legal Committee Founding Member NORML-NJ, incorporator and Legal Defense Coordinator) National Association of Crim · membership
Locations
Allan Marain's office in New Brunswick
Allan's primary office is at 100 Bayard St., New Brunswick, NJ, 08903. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Allan Marain — 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Allan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in New Brunswick.
5.0
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How to hire Allan Marain — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Allan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Allan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Allan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Allan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in New Brunswick, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Allan
Allan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Allan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Allan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Allan Marain
How much does it cost to hire Allan for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Allan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Allan offer a free consultation?
Allan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Allan's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Allan's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Allan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Allan take my case if I'm outside New Brunswick?
Allan is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Allan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Allan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Allan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Allan accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Allan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving New Brunswick, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
Allan handles civil rights matters throughout New Jersey. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.
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