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Dan E. Chambers

Dan E. Chambers

Founder / Attorney at Law

The founder of Chambers Law Firm, Dan E. Chambers, has been in practice for over 30 years and has tried over 150 cases to jury verdict. Previously, he served as a Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney for nearly seven years. While at the district attorney’s office, he handled primarily serious felony cases. He then went into private practice at various law firms for approximately 15 years, handling a wide range of highly complex litigation matters.
Dan then left to open his own criminal defense practice and now devotes his time exclusively to criminal defense and the protection of those accused of crimes. Although Dan defends individuals and businesses in all types of criminal and administrative cases, in both federal and state court throughout California, he specializes in high-stakes felony cases that involve potential life sentences, the death penalty, three-strikes punishment, and other serious felonies. As a former prosecutor, Dan has unique insight into the criminal justice system that enables him to provide his clients with quality representation. Dan’s professional background and education place him in an ideal position to serve as your expert southern California criminal defense lawyer.
Education: Dan received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Iowa, majoring in Political Science and graduating summa cum laude. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor from Southwestern University School of Law in 1991. He graduated second in his class and earned the prestigious position of Editor-in-Chief of the Southwestern University Law Review.
Experience: Dan was admitted to the California Bar in 1991. He then joined the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office where he served as a felony trial deputy in Inglewood, Eastlake Juvenile Court, Compton, and downtown Los Angeles. Upon leaving the District Attorney’s Office, Dan embarked on a successful private practice, handling a wide variety of complex litigation matters. He built a solid reputation for quality legal work and service for his clients, litigating sophisticated cases that involved highly technical legal issues. Dan was a Partner at three major law firms (Rutan & Tucker, LLP 2005-2009, Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP Feb 2009-May 2010, and Troutman Sanders LLP May 2010-April 2013) before opening his own practice as a southern California criminal defense attorney.
Jessica Ball

Jessica Ball

Jessica Ball received her Bachelor’s Degree from Chapman University majoring in English literature with a minor in political science. She then went on to receive her Juris Doctorate from the University of La Verne College of Law and was admitted to the California Bar in 2021. While in law school, Jessica participated on the mock trial team as plaintiff trial attorney. During her time in law school, she earned CALI awards for the highest grade in Intellectual Property and Advanced Legal Research. She also received a pro-bono award for 1292 hours of service to low-income and indigent residents in Southern California.

Previously, Jessica volunteered as a law clerk for the Public Defender of Orange County assigned to the felony panel. She worked on various types of felonies such as arson, sex crimes, domestic violence, gang crimes, hit and run, homicide, and more. She was also assigned to misdemeanors where she worked on cases involving resisting arrest and disorderly conduct. Later she worked with an Assistant Public Defender who pursued cases involving police brutality and the jailhouse call scandal wherein the Orange County Jails were listening to privileged calls between attorneys and clients.

After being admitted to the California Bar she joined a family law firm as an associate attorney where she handled divorces, custody cases, and division of property before joining Chambers Law Firm.

Xinia Chambers

Xinia Chambers

Office Administrator

Xinia Chambers runs the office for Chambers Law Firm. She makes sure that your calls are returned promptly, your questions are answered quickly and your experience with the office is a good one. She keeps Mr. Chambers’s calendar and is your day-to-day point of contact concerning your case. She understands that dealing with a criminal case, whether for yourself or a loved one, is one of the most stressful events that one can experience. Her compassionate, calm, and friendly personality, along with her previous experience as a nursing professional, are perfectly suited to help our office run smoothly. She is also a native Spanish speaker and serves as the firm’s interpreter for its Spanish-speaking clients.
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Jonathon Brown

Jonathon Brown

Law Clerk

Jonathon Brown joined Chambers Law Firm in 2021. He is currently awaiting his Bar results for the California State Bar. Jonathon attended the Western State University School of Law, where he received his Juris Doctor in 2021. While in law school, Jonathon was the treasurer for the Student Bar Association and the President of the Black Law Student Association.

Jonathon’s background includes externing for the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office in Compton’s Hardcore Gang Division and Norwalk’s Victim Impact Program as a Certified Law Clerk. He conducted over 15 preliminary hearings, giving him unique insight into both sides and ultimately assisting in moving cases forward quickly and with favorable outcomes to clients.

When Jonathon isn’t in the office, he enjoys playing with his Boxer and grilling with his family. Jonathon is also an avid traveler and is looking forward to his next trip abroad.

Crystal Soto

Crystal Soto

Legal Assistant

Crystal began as intern at Chambers Law Firm during her senior year of high school and has been a key part of the firm’s growth.  She recently took on additional duties and now serves as the legal assistant for the firm’s busy attorneys, including document preparation, discovery review and organization, and interfacing with court staff and the firm’s clients.  Crystal is currently an undergraduate student majoring in Political Science, with hopes of attending law school and becoming an attorney.  She is also a notary public.  In her free time, Crystal enjoys exploring California and visiting popular attractions and restaurants.
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Lara Rivera

Lara Rivera

Records/Case Management

Lara joined Chambers Law Firm in 2021. She is an undergrad currently majoring in Criminal Justice with an eye on Law School. Lara is a native of Orange County and hopes to continue working in this community.

Lara is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the firm’s file system and records, and lends organizational support during trial preparation.

Sofia Chambers

Sofia Chambers

Intern/Social Media Management

Sofia is currently an undergraduate student majoring in Political Science and double minoring in Spanish and Writing with a future in law school. She is originally from Orange County and attends university in New York. Sofia began as a seasonal intern responsible for multiple clerical and filing duties in the office and has since become the manager of all firm social media accounts. Sofia greatly contributes to the day-to-day secretarial functions of the office, as well as promotes the firm’s marketing presence on the internet.
Anice Katz

Anice Katz

Bookkeeper

Anice relocated to Southern California from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  She has a daughter in law school, her brother is an attorney, and she has other family members who are attorneys.  It was natural that Anice would utilize her bookkeeping talents in the law field.  Her long career in bookkeeping and accounting is invaluable to the firm. 

Peer Reviews

I had the wonderful opportunity of working with Dan on a couple of matters during my time as a Law Clerk. Can't say enough about the passion and energy he brings to the work he does.

Jason Flores

I highly endorse Mr. Chambers. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.

Mark Clay

It is a privilege to write this endorsement on behalf of Mr. Chambers. Mr. Chambers' comments on Avvo are relevant, respectful, and helpful. His efforts and contributions bring credit to the legal profession.

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