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Robert Joseph Beles

Criminal defense Attorney at Oakland, CA

3.8   11 reviews

also known as Bob Beles

  • Licensed for 55 years
    State CA
    Acquired 1968
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Law Offices Of Robert J Beles
1 Kaiser Plaza Suite 2300
Oakland, CA, 94612-3642
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1 Kaiser Plz Ste 2300
Oakland, CA, 94612-3642
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3.8 / 5.0
  11 customer reviews
Posted by Mike | October 10, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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 reasonable 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.
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Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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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Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Case
I hired this firm to handle my son case that he caught in Oregon, and they delivered they got the case totally dismissed I highly recommend this firm and will use them again if need. Thank you for all your hard work. LS
Posted by Dwight | April 19, 2014
Very pleased with Robert's services.
Robert Beles and his team are straightening out my matters that the San Francisco public defender left in shambles. I had to be patient and wait for court dates and for judges to rule in my favor. Thanks to Robert and his team my future looks much better and my record is clean.
Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2011
Lifesavers
Bob and Annie Beles virtually saved my life. My arrest shocked me. It took a couple of years, but they got me off, completely, with my record expunged. They were extremely empathetic and friendly; realistic, yet encouraging, and as honest as any lawyer I've ever met. Recommended to me by a former FBI agent as the best in my locale at solving my partular problem, Bob and Annie Beles found the perfect argument for dismissal. Yes, there were times I wished someone in their office would returm my calls, but come crunchtime, Bob was always there for me. 4.5 stars
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Posted by Nicole | October 24, 2018
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
So far so good
I consulted with Robert Beles and he made me feel good about helping my fiance. I talked with him about the case and I receive all call backs. i truly appreciate his efforts so far. I have officially hired him and I will update later on results so far so good.
Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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.
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Posted by Mark | June 28, 2015
do not hire him for an appeal
He might be a good trial attorney, but he is very bad when it comes to appeals. I paid him a substantial sum of money, and he filed an appeal for me. Later I had his work reviewed by another attorney, who found three important issues that Beles missed. And, the issues he overlooked were far more substantial than the one he filed on.
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Posted by Ed | February 9, 2011
Can not recommend this attorney
This attorney has been observed doing a poor job in the areas of client and caseload management as demonstrated repeatedly by his unresponsiveness when attempting to contact, and by the repeated requests for extensions from the Court, with no observable work being done on case. This client repeatedly observed Mr. Beles' inability to reply to phone calls or emails in a timely manner to inquiries regarding case on which he was retained. On the rare occasion a return call was made, verbalized client was being rude and not understanding. Then claimed the associate on the case was unavailable, out of town, sick, on vacation, etc.....ad naseum. Follow-up with that associate would indicate that attorney's unfamiliarity with case. All the while no substantive work on the case being produced to refute.
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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Managing Partner
  • Beles & Beles Law Offices
  • 1979 - Present
  • Sr. Assistant Public Defender
  • Alameda County Public Defender's Office
  • 1968 - 1979

Education

  • University of California, Hastings College of the Law
  • 1967
  • Ohio University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1964

Associations

  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Sustaining Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 1989 - 2012

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Top Rated Lawyer
  • Top Lawyers of San Francisco
  • 2018
  • AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale Hubbell
  • 2017
  • Certified Specialist in Criminal Law
  • State Bar of California - Certified Specialist
  • 2017
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2016
  • Top 1%
  • America's Most Honored Professionals
  • 2016
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • Top 10 - Client Satisfaction Award
  • 10 Best Law Firms
  • 2015
  • 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
  • 2014
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 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
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (2)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 24
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 07
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 07
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 07
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | 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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Oakland Criminal defense Lawyer Robert Joseph Beles
Robert Joseph Beles
Criminal defense Attorney
Oakland, CA
Licensed for 55 years