Law Offices of Beles & Beles - Oakland, CA
Law Offices of Beles and Beles is an esteemed Oakland criminal defense practice established in 1980, featuring California State Bar Certified Specialists in Criminal Law and Appellate Law who deliver aggressive defense across murder, violent crimes, drug offenses, and appeals throughout Northern California.
Formidable Criminal Defense at Law Offices of Beles and Beles
Headquartered in The Ordway Building at 1 Kaiser Plaza overlooking Lake Merritt in Oakland, the Law Offices of Beles and Beles provides relentless, top-tier criminal defense representation across Alameda County, Contra Costa County, and federal courts throughout California. Founded in 1980 by senior trial attorney Robert J. Beles, who has defended criminal allegations since 1968, the firm has earned an extraordinary reputation as the defense team to call when everything is on the line. Both Robert J. Beles and partner Anne Beles are officially recognized by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as Certified Specialists in Criminal Law, a credential held by less than one percent of practicing California attorneys. When individuals need a lawyer urgently following an arrest, police questioning, or a grand jury indictment, this veteran legal team provides immediate 24/7 courtroom protection.
Extensive State and Federal Criminal Defense Practice
The firm defends against all misdemeanor and felony charges, providing relentless pretrial investigation, suppression motions, and commanding courtroom presentation. Clients who seek to hire a lawyer for uncompromising criminal defense receive focused representation across critical practice areas:
- Homicide, murder, and violent crimes: Defending against first-degree murder, manslaughter, vehicular homicide, assault with a deadly weapon, and robbery charges with a storied record of acquittals in high-stakes cases.
- Sex crimes defense: Providing assertive defense against sexual assault, continuous sexual abuse, statutory rape, and internet allegations, combating false accusations and improper police interviews.
- Drug crime defense: Fighting state and federal drug trafficking, distribution, possession with intent, and manufacturing charges, challenging unlawful wiretaps and warrantless searches.
- DUI and vehicular offenses: Defending felony and misdemeanor DUI, vehicular manslaughter, and multiple-offense DUI charges while protecting driving privileges at DMV administrative hearings.
- Domestic violence defense: Combating spousal abuse allegations, domestic battery charges, and protective restraining orders to preserve freedom and family integrity.
- Firearm and weapons charges: Protecting constitutional rights against unlawful carry, felon in possession, and assault weapon allegations.
- Juvenile crime representation: Protecting minors in juvenile court proceedings and fighting to prevent transfers to adult court.
Criminal Appeals, Writs, and Deportation Defense
The firm extends defense advocacy far beyond the initial verdict, providing post-conviction relief and protecting non-citizen clients facing adverse immigration penalties. Those who need to find a lawyer to overturn an unfair conviction benefit from:
- Appellate law practice: Led by Certified Appellate Law Specialist Paul McCarthy, the firm crafts persuasive appellant briefs, petitions for writs of habeas corpus, and arguments before the California Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of California.
- Record clearing and expungement: Petitioning courts to vacate past convictions, modify sentences, and expunge criminal records to restore employment opportunities.
- Deportation defense: Formulating criminal defense strategies specifically structured to prevent immigration detention, preserve green cards, and protect against deportation in immigration court.
Why Choose Law Offices of Beles and Beles
Those who schedule a consultation with the Oakland defense team receive direct access to elite trial advocates:
- Free confidential consultation: Complimentary, no-obligation case evaluations available around the clock.
- Certified legal specialists: Direct defense by attorneys certified by the State Bar of California in criminal law and appellate law.
- 24/7 emergency response: Immediate round-the-clock availability for jail visits, bail hearings, and emergency legal intervention.
- Flexible payment structures: Accepting credit cards and offering structured payment plans and flat retainer fees.
- Bilingual services: Fluent representation in English and Spanish to assist diverse East Bay communities.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the bustling Uptown district of Oakland, offering scenic views near Lake Merritt.
Building Location
This office is located in the Ordway Building (also known as One Kaiser Plaza), a premier 28-story Class A skyscraper. It is situated adjacent to the scenic Kaiser Center Roof Garden.
Parking Details
Visitors can utilize the large, connected Kaiser Center Parking Garage or find paid public underground parking lots nearby.
Public Transit
Served by AC Transit Route NL (San Francisco); nearest stop is at Thomas L. Berkley Way & Webster Street.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main front lobby of the Ordway Building from Kaiser Plaza. Take the passenger elevators up to the 23rd floor to find the offices in Suite 2300.