J'Aimèe L. Oxton, Esq.
Criminal, Family Law (Litigation)
Santa Barbara, California
Personal Introduction
Based in downtown Santa Barbara, I have dedicated over 15 years to representing clients in Criminal Defense (felony and misdemeanor matters), DUI, and Family Law matters across Santa Barbara County. My practice is built on trusted, long-standing relationships with local judges, prosecutors, law enforcement, and fellow counsel, allowing me to navigate the Santa Barbara legal system efficiently on behalf of my clients. Whether resolving disputes informally or advocating aggressively at trial, I tailor every strategy to the client's specific needs, circumstances, short and long-term goals, and budget to ensure responsive, high-caliber representation.
Practice Composition
Litigation
Education
Practice Summary
Attorney J’Aimèe L. Oxton and her legal team have established a reputation for providing highly strategic, discreet, and results-driven legal representation in all areas of Criminal Defense, Juvenile Dependency & Delinquency, and Family Law throughout South Santa Barbara County. A Santa Barbara native with more than 15 years of legal experience, J’Aimèe represents a diverse clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, prominent figures in the entertainment, music, and sports industries, business executives, technology innovators, law enforcement officers, physicians, dentists, beneficiaries of substantial family wealth, and their spouses and children. Known for navigating complex and highly contentious Criminal Defense and Family Law matters with sound judgment and strategic focus, J’Aimèe understands the deeply personal and professional stakes involved in sensitive legal disputes. She is committed to protecting her clients’ privacy at every stage of the process and is recognized for her meticulous attention to detail, creative problem-solving, and compassionate, hands-on guidance. Criminal Defense, Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude (CIMT) & Juvenile Delinquency • DUI / DWI (Driving Under the Influence / Driving While Intoxicated) • MIP (Minor in Possession) • Domestic Violence & Domestic-Related Battery • Assault & Battery • Criminal Threats • Burglary & Robbery • Theft Crimes, Forgery, Embezzlement & Other Financial Crimes • Drug Possession & Drug Sales • Hit-and-Run • Unlicensed Driver or Suspended License • Resisting Arrest & Public Intoxication • Disturbing the Peace & Vandalism • Gang-Related Charges • Specialty Court Matters (Diversion, Drug Court, Mental Health Treatment Court, etc.) • Probation or Parole Violations • Record Expungements Divorce, Child Custody & Family Law • Divorce & Legal Separation • High-Conflict Parenting Disputes • Child Custody, Visitation & Parental Rights • Child Support • Spousal Support / Alimony (Temporary & Long-Term) • Property Division, Settlements & Division of Debt • Asset Protection & Premarital Agreements (Prenups) • Domestic Violence Restraining Orders & Related Matters • Mediation • Enforcement & Modification of Court Orders • Guardianships & Grandparent Visitation Rights
Response Time
1 day
Personal Interests & Charitable Work
Born and raised in Santa Barbara as the daughter of a first-generation Irish-American, I returned home to finish law school while balancing life as a full-time single mother, an experience that deeply shaped my resilience and empathy as an advocate. Outside the office, I live in Santa Barbara with my daughter and our four rescue animals (who frequently join me at work), and I love traveling, photography, ceramics, genealogy research, and Notre Dame Football. I am also deeply committed to serving vulnerable populations through significant pro bono legal work supporting at-risk youth, survivors of human trafficking, and other vulnerable victims, including serving as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (C.A.S.A.) of Santa Barbara County since 2010 and partnering with Free To Thrive, alongside past volunteer and board service with the local Domestic Violence Shelter, Standing Together to End Sexual Assault (STESA) of Santa Barbara County, and having previously served on the Board of Directors for Santa Barbara County Domestic Violence Solutions (2015-2017).
Website
https://OxtonLawFirm.comSolo or small firm?
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