Robert Joseph Beles

Robert Joseph Beles

also known as Bob Beles

3.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 57 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Oakland, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1 Kaiser Plaza Suite 2300, Oakland, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 57 years

State: California

Acquired: 1968

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Location

Law Offices Of Robert J Beles

1 Kaiser Plaza Suite 2300, Oakland, CA, 94612-3642

Beles & Beles Law Offices

1 Kaiser Plz Ste 2300, Oakland, CA, 94612-3642

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Robert Joseph Beles's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

Posted by Mike | October 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Good Attourney - Good Outcome

I hired the Law offices of Beles and Beles and was happy with the way my case was handled, and ultimately with the outcome. I had called around with a case that was not a slam dunk, and after checking with a few firms I choose to go with Robert and his team to represent me. I felt the price was reaso...nable for legal work and that they have expertise in my situation. We had a good initial meeting to gather info and he and his team came up with a few options on how we would approach the problem. Later the team recommend a course of action and ultimately I think it played out exactly as they had told me they thought it would. They took the time to advise me of potential pitfalls and let me know the the justice system can be slow and helped me manage my expectations so that I wasn't wondering when the next step would occurs. And at the end of the day I think I got the best possible outcome I could have received.

Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Asked for more money than agreed upon and unresponsive in communication

After a very sizable payment and one initial meeting I was pawned off to numerous people in his staff. Extension after extension because people failed to schedule correctly. After making a deal Robert then asked for more money to finish the case that he was barely even part of. An open and shut case ...costed me thousands. My public defender after did a better more thorough job. Do not hire this highrise con, he's the epitome of a lip service lawyer we all hate.

Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

They are the best!

This law firm is the best! They won my case! I recomend them to anyone in need of help!

Posted by Robert | November 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Terrific lawyer and legal team

Treated me with respect throughout the process. Much better than expected results in my case. Reasonable rates. Highly recommended.

Posted by Tony | November 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Firm!!!

In 2003 I was charged with a very unfortunate misdemeanor sex case. I t had impactful ramifications largely because after being charged I was required to registger for 290 ( CA penal code) annually as a sex offender. Living a "normal" live was very difficult even 10 years after the conviction because... it was essentially impossible to find a job and restart my life. Additionally, I couldn't live anywhere I pleased: I had to stay within the geographical guidelines of schools and such. When I finally did get a job, it was difficult to reside near work. With all of these obstacles in the way, I decided to seek legal representation and see if it could ever be feasible to no longer register as a sex offender. This is when I collaborated with Beles and Beles, Attorneys at Law. I went to them because they were very reputable and and have been established for a long period of time. One of their best attorneys, Manisha Daryani, litigated my case and won it! I no longer have to register as a sex offender and that was the best news in my life for over a solid decade. These processes do take time as there is a lot involved but Manisha stepped me through it the entire journey: staying in touch and keeping me informed with any and all updates. I never felt alone and was certain that I wasn't just any random client. She worked my case with care and passion as law isn't only the firm's profession, but specialty. I would definitely recommend Beles and Beles to ANYONE who wants their case to be litigated the best it possibly can. When I had the pleasure of meeting Robert Beles, it was clear that he is a very charismatic attorney who cares about the wellbeing of his clients. Top rating!!!

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Robert Joseph Beles's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Matejcek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Renato Manay

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jesse Adams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Demetrius Costy

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Craig Beles

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Family member

"Bob Beles is the most talented and respected criminal defense attorney I know on the West coast. He dedicates himself to each of his clients cases and they all get more than their money's worth."

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Hugo Castillo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anne Beles

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top Rated Lawyer, Top Lawyers of San Francisco

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale Hubbell

2017

Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, State Bar of California - Certified Specialist

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top 1%, America's Most Honored Professionals

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top 10 - Client Satisfaction Award, 10 Best Law Firms

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Rater Lawyer, Top Rated Lawyers in San Francisco

2014

Top Ten Attorney, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1996

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1995

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1994

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1991

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1979 - Present

Managing Partner, Beles & Beles Law Offices

1968 - 1979

Sr. Assistant Public Defender, Alameda County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Sustaining Member

1989 - 2012

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1967

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

1964

Ohio University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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