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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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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10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Keith | April 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

In your corner with excellence, integrity and determination

If it had not been for the counsel of Chip Oxton and Eric Gans, my life and the life of my family would look gravely different today. Both gentlemen have worked tirelessly on my behalf since 2012 to help me preserve my rights as a parent and realize my goal of raising a family from a place of love a...nd stability. During the time they defended me, and indirectly my family, I had the privilege to observe a consummate professional, business owner, one of the most excellent attorneys in their profession and a proud and doting father and family man. I work in an industry with high revenues and oftentimes egos that match or exceed it; in it, I have learned what is "bluster" and what is "real". Integrity, excellence and determination are the words that come to mind when I think of Chip and Eric. I have only the utmost respect for Chip and Eric as legal professionals, but most importantly, as human beings. I heartily give my recommendation of their legal services and am beyond grateful to have them in my "corner".

Posted by Pete | April 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Charles Oxton Is Great

Charles Oxton is an outstanding attorney! He listens, explains your options and did a superior job handling my divorce case. I give him the highest marks and would recommend him in a second to anyone needing legal counsel! Pete Shennum

Posted by Beatrice | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The Best Attorney ever

I am thankful every day to have had Charles Oxton representing me on law in my divorce. I felt supported and secure through all this difficult emotional process. Also I felt rewarded in justice with he’s impeccable professional work . After all I got what I want and deserve. Thank you Chip! Beatr...ice

Posted by Pablo T | March 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing person and lawyer!

There are no words to say how Charles excels in every aspect as a lawyer. His skills, long experience and dedication to your case outside and inside the courtroom are characteristics that you will need in each phase of your process. Charles' years of experience are a priceless value on how he communi...cates with the Judge and the preparation of documents, this will make an incredible difference in the resolution for your case. Charles is a person with integrity, he listens with attention and communicates patiently with you. He works with you as a friend, not like one more case. I have a huge respect for Charles and I thank him a lot for how he managed all my case with great professionalism and for his human value. His staffs are on top of everything and they will help you alongside everything. And If you are reading this, it is an indication that God has already chosen for you.

Posted by reyna | August 19, 2009 | Landlord & Tenant

Strongly recommended, highly ethical and skilled representation

I first met Mr. Oxton, he was opposing counsel representing a highly unethical property management company that had brought action against me, however had misrepresented the veracity of their claims. I knew I was David fighting Goliath, I was a naive young student, and could not believe that rather ...than give us a 30 day notice to move as the house had been sold, they had opted instead to file an unlawful detainer and proceed in that vein. On a whim, I went to meet with him, and found him to be the complete moral opposite of his client. He is a wise, competent, kind, and understanding man, who happens to be a highly skilled and capable attorney as well. He was able to work out a compromise that resolved the matter as amicably as possible for all involved, and for that I am incredibly grateful. I still had to move, and incur great costs due to the unethical and illegal actions of the management company, who then proceeded to keep my almost $2000 deposit for alleged damages that were questionable at best.. An entire countertop does not require replacement, for one cracked tile, for example, however these claims represent the bulk of $2000 in alleged expenses. Yet, the reason the house sold so fast is because according to the owners, I took better care of it than it had seen in years.. I should have sued that company for unlawfully retaining that deposit, their online reviews show them to be fraudulent as a matter of policy- they ALWAYS keep the ENTIRE deposit no matter the situation. Mr. Oxton renewed my faith in both people and lawyers, at that point, and his self directed intervention enabled me to move forward with my life, belongings and credit intact, without an eviction on my record. I learned a great deal from this awful event, it was a sad lesson on how greedy and evil people can be- but the silver lining to this cloud was what I learned from him- he took up not just for me, but for the truth- he is made of a stronger moral fiber than most. Rarely does anyone invest the time to try to actually resolve a legal dispute, it is oversimplified and is about "winning"- I give him an enormous amount of credit for this, and I am still grateful for the time and concern he demonstrated.. He left an indelible impression upon me, even after I have moved out of SB. I strongly recommend Mr. Oxton as counsel, and as a human being. He is also endorsed by his peers, and other former clients as well, for his effective and competent representation.

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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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Anne Hayes

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Georgia Staab

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Eric Gans

Divorce and separation lawyer

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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