J'Aimee L Oxton

J'Aimee L Oxton

also known as J’Aimèe Oxton

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Juvenile

1220 1/2 State Street, 2nd Floor, Santa Barbara, CA

About J'Aimee

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

Divorce or Separation, Child Custody, Spousal or Child Support Matters, Juvenile Dependency, Prenups or Postnups, Domestic Violence and other related Family Law Matters

16 years

50%
Criminal Defense 45%

DUI, DWI, Suspended License, Drug Offenses, Expungements, Domestic Violence, Assault & Battery, Juvenile Cases, Theft, Burglary and other related Misdo. & Felony Matters

16 years

45%
Juvenile Law 5%

Juvenile law applies to young children and teenagers. Minors accused of breaking the law are processed under a juvenile justice system, completely separate from the one used for adults. It is the job of a Juvenile Defense Attorney to help minors & their parents understand the juvenile justice system and present their defense in juvenile court.

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 425-600 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of J'Aimèe L. Oxton, A Prof. Law Corp.

1220 1/2 State Street, 2nd Floor, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

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J'Aimee L Oxton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BEST LAWYER EVER

I would trust "Ms. Oxton" with my life! Hands down the best criminal defense attorney ever, ever.. She was able to negotiate my 2nd DUI to a reasonable plea(I won't go into details because the plea is just to good to be true!). During the whole process, I left everything in her hands knowing she wou...ld represent my best interests and never once doubted her. She knows exactly what she is doing, is supper smart and funny! I recommend her to anyone seeking a criminal attorney!!! (and have actually recommended others to her who have had the best outcomes in the worse situations.) If I ever need a criminal defense attorney again, I know who I will be calling!

Posted by Robert | March 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Works like your Best Friend

J'Aimee and her office staff are great! J'Aimee is always on top of her game; J'Aimee has an unparalleled reputation throughout the legal community and Santa Barbara, and it shows! After one court appearance with J'Aimee it became more than clear that she is well respected by her colleagues, the Jud...ges she appears in front of, court staff, DA's and local law enforcement. Rumor has it some have even been known to call on her when they (or their loved ones) need legal assistsnce, and proudly call themselves her clients. Regardless, she gives her clients (and her cases) 150% at all times and is never afraid to speak her mind. J'Aimee was methodical with every decision made in my cases and anticipated things no one else could have, which significantly impacted the results she was able to deliver for me. An added bonus is definitely the fact that J'Aimee is one of the most reasonably-priced lawyers in Santa Barbara County, if not THE most reasonably-priced, but even if she wasn't, she still would be WORTH EVERY PENNY! Even more, J'Aimee provides her clients with an office atmosphere where you will always feel welcome and are made to feel more like a "friend" than simply a "client." Her pet-friendly office always manages to give clients a warm-welcome. (Note to others: J'Aimee loves Dr. Pepper so it never hurts showing up to your appointments with some in hand from time to time.) I couldn't more strongly recommend her for ANY Criminal or Family Law matters. You couldn't be in better hands!

Posted by Nigel Clarke | June 07, 2013 | DUI & DWI

DUI wake up call

After being put in jail after a DUI arrest I decided to seek legal help . J'Aimee was recommended by a friend !!! I went to see her and right away she was on top of things and making me feel like I could deal with the process of the next 18 months !!!! Throughout that period she was always available ...and expertly guided me through this ordeal culminating in getting the DUI expunged from from record , an early termination of probation with the fee waived . Well done J'Aimee :)

Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Highly J’Aimee to the Rescue In Santa Barbara

I was unexpectedly arrested in Santa Barbara:( My head was spinning and thankfully I called J’Aimee for help/advice. She is extremely knowledgeable and was able to give me with (well needed) peace of mind. Jamie grew up in Santa Barbara and has worked in the legal system for many years. She has a...n understanding of the intricacies of the local system and has gained many allies. I was very happy with her professional service and I highly recommend her.

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J'Aimee L Oxton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Zachary McCready

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"J'Aimee is an outstanding attorney. I endorse her work as a criminal defense and family law attorney. She fights hard and is completely honest and trustworthy."

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Jason Frantz

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Juan Huerta

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. J'Aimee is aggressive, extremely competent and always obtains great results for her clients."

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Jennifer Yates

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Oxton works tirelessly for her clients to achieve the best possible outcome."

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Luis Esparza

Unknown lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A+"

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Megan Leisz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"J'Aimee is honest, sincere and an incredibly hard worker. She is a conscientious and loyal advocate for each of her clients."

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Luis Esparza

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer Yates

Family lawyer

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Marisa Beuoy

Family lawyer

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Megan Leisz

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Academic Scholarship, Santa Barbara Women Lawyers

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney at Law, Law Office of J'Aimèe L. Oxton, A Prof. Law Corp.

2011 - 2016

Criminal Attorney, Appointed by Santa Barbara County Courts, Criminal Defense Associates

2003 - 2016

Paralegal, Office Manager, Case Assignment Supervisor, Criminal Defense Associates

2000 - 2002

Law Clerk, Bryan Cave, LLC

1999 - 2000

Legal Assistant, Law Office of W. Carl Gans

Associations

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Defense Attorney

2011 - Present

State Bar of California

Lawyer

2011 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Lawyer

2011 - Present

U.S. District Court, Central District of California

Lawyer

2011 - Present

California Defense Counsel

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Catholic Lawyers Society

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

Santa Barbara County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association

Court Appointed Special Advocate, Santa Barbara County

2009 - Present

Santa Barbara Women Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

Santa Barbara Barristers

Member

2012 - 2015

Southern California Institute of Law

Law Professor

2009 - 2010

William L. Gordon American Inn of Court

Student Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Santa Barbara Rapper 'Sad Boy Loko' Gets Caught Up While Coming Up

Attempted Murder, Robbery, and Felony Assault by Means of Force Likely to Create Great Bodily Injury with Strike and Gang Enhancements, Dismissed; Plea Deal to single count 245(a)(1), Credit for Time Served

Protecting Juveniles from the Trauma of being placed into Deportation Proceedings by ICE

Santa Barbara Probation Department has significantly revised its procedures for referring juveniles suspected of being undocumented to ICE, and narrowed the circumstances under which ICE is contacted.

Santa Barbara Jury returns Guilty Verdicts in 1st-Ever Sex Trafficking of a Child Trial in Santa Barbara County History

Conviction of Sex Trafficker of Minor Child

Sentencing Hearing an Explosive Ending to Santa Barbara County's 1st Human Trafficking Trial

Human Sex Trafficker Brannon Pitcher, who was sentenced to 38 years to life in prison for trafficking a 16-year-old child before being physically removed from the courtroom by bailiffs

Santa Barbara Superior Court 1444479

All felony charges dismissed, formal probation and plead no contest to Battery per 242 Penal Code, misdemeanor and Cont. to Del. of Minor 272(b)(1) Penal Code, misdemeanor

Facing More than 10 Years In Prison, Woman Sentenced to Probation

Facing More Than 10 Years In Prison, Woman Sentenced to Probation after Prosecutors had declined to offer any kind of plea deal and argued against probation

Facing More Than 10 Years In Prison, Woman Sentenced to Probation for DUI Crash That Broke Son’s Neck

Facing More Than 10 Years In Prison, Woman Sentenced to Probation

Santa Barbara Superior Court 1428870

4 years felony probation, credit for time served, 12 mo. residential treatment, various fines, fees, parenting classes and other std. terms

Santa Barbara Superior Court 1426852

Aquittal-Finding of Factual Innocence by Court

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Education

2010

Southern California Institute of Law

Juris Doctor

2001

University of California - San Diego

Bachelors Degree

N/A

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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