Atty. Christopher Shawn Allen

Atty. Christopher Shawn Allen

Christopher Shawn Allen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Christopher received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Manassas Manassas 27 yrs experience 27 year
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About Christopher Shawn Allen at a glance

Christopher Shawn Allen is a criminal defense attorney based in Manassas, Virginia. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1999). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1998) and West Virginia University (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Manassas, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher Shawn Allen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Christopher practices in Manassas, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Shawn Allen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Shawn Allen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Manassas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Christopher Shawn Allen's law office located?
Christopher Shawn Allen's law practice is located in Manassas, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Shawn Allen handle?
Christopher Shawn Allen focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Christopher Shawn Allen practiced law?
Christopher Shawn Allen has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Christopher Shawn Allen go to law school?
Christopher Shawn Allen earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1994).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 1998
B.A.
West Virginia University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1999

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