Atty. Eric Jonathan Allen
My office represents individuals charged with crimes, from misdemeanor to felony. I represent people at the trial stage, appeallate stage, and in post conviction.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH · 25+ Years Experience
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About Eric Jonathan Allen at a Glance
Eric Jonathan Allen is a Senior Attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at The Law Office of Eric J. Allen, Ltd.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, violent crimes, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2001) and Illinois (2008). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 2000) and Albion College (B.A. Sociology, 1995). Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Jonathan Allen
- My office represents individuals charged with crimes, from misdemeanor to felony
- I represent people at the trial stage, appeallate stage, and in post conviction
- I have been a lawyer for fifteen years and in that time done only criminal defense
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Eric Jonathan Allen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Jonathan Allen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.
Criminal Defense in Columbus
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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Violent Crimes in Columbus
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Civil Litigation in Columbus
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Appellate Practice in Columbus
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Columbus Choose Eric Jonathan Allen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric Jonathan Allen's practice in the field of criminal defense, violent crimes, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Jonathan Allen brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio and Illinois, Eric Jonathan Allen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, violent crimes, and litigation, Eric Jonathan Allen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Eric Jonathan Allen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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