Atty. Charles Michael Oxton

Atty. Charles Michael Oxton

Charles Michael Oxton is a lawyer practicing probate, divorce & separation, probate and estate and 11 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

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Profile Summary

About Charles Michael Oxton at a glance

Charles Michael Oxton is a Member based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Oxton Staab Gans Attorneys at Law. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, divorce, child custody, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in California (1972) and U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1972) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Santa Barbara County Bar Association State Bar of California and Judge Pro Tem, Santa Barbara, Superior & Municipal Court, 1975— Judicial Arbitrator, 1982—. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Charles Michael Oxton is a lawyer practicing probate, divorce & separation, probate and estate and 11 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Charles practices at Oxton Staab Gans Attorneys at Law in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Michael Oxton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Michael Oxton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Charles Michael Oxton is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Charles Michael Oxton is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in California →

Child Custody & Visitation

Charles Michael Oxton is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in California →

Probate

Charles Michael Oxton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Charles Michael Oxton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Barbara are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles Michael Oxton

Where is Charles Michael Oxton's law office located?
Charles Michael Oxton's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. The firm is Oxton Staab Gans Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Michael Oxton handle?
Charles Michael Oxton focuses on wills, divorce, child custody, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charles Michael Oxton practiced law?
Charles Michael Oxton has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Charles Michael Oxton go to law school?
Charles Michael Oxton earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Charles Michael Oxton for a consultation?
You can contact Charles Michael Oxton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles Michael Oxton received?
Charles Michael Oxton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1972
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976

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