About Christina
Biography
A compassionate fighter, Christina J. Oleson’s practice focuses on criminal defense. No matter the charge her clients are facing, she always does everything in her power to ensure that they get the best possible outcome. Since 2011, Ms. Oleson has assisted and rigorously represented clients facing infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies. Ms. Oleson has obtained favorable outcomes for clients facing traffic tickets, battery charges, DUI charges, probation violations as well as numerous other matters. Certified to practice juvenile dependency law in San Diego, she has represented parents in allegations involving child abuse and neglect. Ms. Oleson has also successfully argued for her clients in post-conviction relief matters, including expungements, felony reductions and sealing of criminal records. A native of San Diego county, Christina grew up in Ramona, California and attended Ramona High School. Ms. Oleson had the distinguished honor of being the youngest attorney elected President of the Ramona Bar Association. Through her time as President of the Ramona Bar Association, Ms. Oleson organized and participated in monthly legal clinics to assist those in her community. While in law school, Ms. Oleson served as President of the Federalist Society, Secretary of the Thomas Jefferson School of Law student government, earned Pro Bono honors, and served as a staff writer for the Informer student newspaper.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 13 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 14 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of the Public Defender, Fresno County
2220 Tulare Street, Suite 300, Fresno, CA, 93721
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Christina Jonae Oleson's Reviews
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10 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews
Posted by Scott Levy | November 30, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Aggressive Criminal Defense!!!
This Attorney is an absolute legal assassin in the courtroom, I would recommend her to anyone in need of zealous representation!
Posted by Tessa | October 29, 2015
Best lawyer!
Thank you so much for your straight forward, honest advice! I am most definitely coming to you if I have any issues in the future (not saying that I will) and am happy to refer friends and/or family members to you. Thank you again!
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2015
First time I ever needed a lawyer and was very happy to have found Ms Oleson
Handled my case with professionalism and was on quick to respond to my concerns. She was an advocate for me in a world of uncaring bureaucrats and a hostile legal system.
Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2014 | Expungement
Very Thorough and Professional Lawyer
Christina is very professional and did a great job! I am very happy about the outcome of my case in which she helped me in the process of getting my felonies expunged! I appreciate how she coached me on what I should say should the judge ask me questions and for answering all of the questions I had....
Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Past client
I had talked to other attorneys before, but Christina was the only attorney that handled my criminal case in a very personal and caring way. She was always honest and upfront with me. Christina Oleson understood my constant fears. I was fighting for my freedom and didn't want to go back to jail or be...
Christina Jonae Oleson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the privilege of working with Christina at the Public Defender's Office. She is respectful to the Court and District Attorneys but remains steadfast in her defense of her clients. She is calm yet powerful. She has a huge heart and cares about all of her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Christina is a respected, knowledgeable, and aggressive attorney who puts her clients first."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Christina Oleson is an extremely knowledgeable, attorney and an effective advocate on behalf of her clients. She is well regarded in the legal field."
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"I strongly endorse Christina. Highly respected in the legal community with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and dedication."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
"Christina takes time to assist the general public in answering questions and offers sage advice."
"I endorse Christina. Her contributions speak to her desire to assist the avvo public. Her local endorsements are admirable. Her reviews speak volumes. Read them! If your in Ramona do yourself a favor and seek a consultation."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top Young Attorneys Semifinalist, San Diego Daily Transcript
2013
Client's Choice Award: Criminal Defense, Avvo
2013
Certification Qualified DWI Detection & SFST Administration, La Pier & Associates (NHTSA & IACP)
2013
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2013
Top Young Attorneys Semifinalist, San Diego Daily Transcript
2012
San Diego County Juvenile Dependency Certification, San Diego County
2009
Pro Bono Honors, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Deputy Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, Fresno County
2013 - Present
Volunteer Attorney, Ramona Bar Association Legal Clinic
2015 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Legal Management Services/Earl Carter & Associates
2015 - 2015
Volunteer Attorney, Office of the Public Defender, Riverside County
2012 - 2015
Attorney, Oleson Law
2010 - 2012
Law Clerk, Oleson Law
2006 - 2010
Office Manager/Law Clerk, USJF
Associations
2014 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationGeneral Member
2013 - Present
National College for DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2013 - Present
Ramona Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
San Diego Criminal Defense Bar AssociationGeneral Member
2015 - 2016
Ramona Bar AssociationPresident
2014 - 2015
La Jolla Bar AssociationGeneral Member
2012 - 2015
North County Bar AssociationGeneral Member
2011 - 2015
Illinois State Bar AssociationGeneral Member
2009 - 2009
TJSL Student Bar AssociationSecretary
Sample of Legal Cases
Case Dismissed.
Case Dismissed.
Fine Only.
Education
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BS - Bachelor of Science
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Speaking Engagements
2012
Careers in the Legal Field
Publications
2014
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2014
2013
2013
2013
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
What is a 402 hearing in criminal case.
18 Apr 2014
Can I do both CPAC and work furlough at the same time? Or is it one or the other? What are the benefits of each?
14 Apr 2014
What does event: trial call mean in a criminal court case in san diego ca?
12 Nov 2013