Charles Michael Oxton

Charles Michael Oxton

also known as Law Offices of Charles M. Oxton, Oxton, Staab, Gans, Attorneys at Law

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 53 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Probate, Landlord & Tenant

1220 State Street, 2nd Floor, Santa Barbara, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 53 years

State: California

Acquired: 1972

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Law Offices of Charles M. Oxton

1220 State Street, 2nd Floor, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101-2654

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Charles Michael Oxton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nelly | June 6, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Saved my life!

When my husband passed away it was a shock. A friend realized that I was going to need a lawyer. I called Charles office in a panic and spoke with Beth. Without hesitation Charles was on the phone with me and after only 10 minutes he knew exactly what to do. He showed up for me! For 3 years, he and t...he team were my voice. It was a complicated, frustrating fight to the finish. Through the entirety of the pandemic, with court cases being pushed and dealing with multiple lawyers on the other side, Charles and team kept me calm, walked me through everything step by step. They made sure to answer every question, take every meeting and most importantly heard every word I said. Even when I was completely freaking out. Charles was my muscle. Professional, trustworthy, knowledgeable about the law. Charles and team are also compassionate, but tough when it comes to fighting for what is right. During the toughest time in my entire life, Charles and team were there for me. I could not have gotten through this without them.

Posted by Shawn | March 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Genuine, Efficient and Effective Family Attorney

I have had the good fortune of knowing Mr. Oxton for 26+ years. In that time, he has represented me on a few occasions as legal counsel in my child support/custody issues. His knowledge of family law is solid, but more importantly, he cared about me restoring my relationship with my children. Over th...e years, we have kept in close contact and our relationship has continued to evolve, from client, to that of a father figure. He has shown me how to be a better father and man just by seeing how he interacts with his children and loved one's. If it were not for my relationship with him, I would not have the relationship that I have with my children today. My relationship with Mr. Oxton inspired me to start a 501 (3) (c) non-profit program that mentor's youth in our local community with life, communication and financial literacy skills. I am thankful that I met him all those years ago. He continues to advise me on legal issues today with my businesses, and as good as he is as an attorney, he's an even better man

Posted by NB | November 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional and competent

Chip represented me on a spousal support revision case. Not only he is very knowledgeable and with a lot of experience in family law, but he is direct, honest and wants to find the best solution for your case with minimum hassle. I recommend him strongly.

Posted by Michael | June 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great and Honest Representation

“Chip” has provided excellent, honest and timely representation for me. Chip and his staff are always prompt in answering any questions and timely and all their filings. I found Chip to be a total straight shooter and gave me the information and facts in an honest and forthright manner. I cannot reco...mmend Chip highly enough.

Posted by Toni | April 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Team

Charles M. Oxton - Thelma Corsa Santa Barbara - OxtonStaabGans Charles Oxton and Thelma Corsa helped me through my Dissolution and were a great team. I always felt they were absolutely in my corner and were committed to the best outcome for me. They each supported me according to their partic...ular focus and expertise, and I can recommend them both very highly.

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Charles Michael Oxton's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Piotrowski

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Oxton provides thoughtful and practical answers in the landlord/tenant section of AVVO."

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Eric Gans

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Chip on many cases, and he is a dililgent, thoroughly prepared lawyer, and an extremely effective advocate for his clients."

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Georgia Staab

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1975 - Present

Judge, Santa Barbara Superior Court

1972 - Present

Senior Partner, Oxton Staab & Gans Attorneys at Law

Associations

1982 - Present

Santa Barbara, CA

Judicial Arbitrator

1975 - Present

Santa Barbara Superior Court

Judge Pro Tem

1972 - Present

Santa Barbara County Bar Association

Member

1979 - 1993

University of California Extension

Lecturer

Education

1972

University of San Francisco School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1969

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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