Our Practice

Ms. Vance graduated Summa Cum Laude from Portland State University and received a Bachelor of Science degree in criminology. She went on to attend Cal Northern School of Law in Chico, California where she earned a Masters degree in Legal Studies and a Juris Doctorate degree. She currently sits as Trustee on the board of Trustees at Cal Northern School of Law. 

Ms. Vance worked as a social worker for 16 years prior to attending law school. Ms. Vance’s experience as a social worker gives her a deep understanding of families, human behavior and provides a well-rounded and empathetic advocate who will fight for your rights. She combines her experiences to provide her clients with a compassionate and articulate experience, making sure that legal cases are handled, and people are cared for.

A mother of three children and legal guardian to her nieces and nephews, Ms. Vance values family and hard work. She is a skilled multitasker and is not afraid to take on a difficult legal issue. While not working, Ms. Vance enjoys crafting, gardening, and playing with her springer spaniel.

Jondea Erisman is an attorney who cares — about her clients and her community. Ms. Erisman prides herself on treating each client with the same care and compassion, and she is consistently demonstrating her integrity and creativity in every case.

In 2014, Ms. Erisman graduated from Sacramento State University with honors and received a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice. While attending Sacramento State, Ms. Erisman worked as a legal secretary and interned with California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. She also worked as a legal secretary for the Nevada County District Attorney’s office

from 2014-2016. 

Ms. Erisman worked as a paralegal while she attended law school at Cal Northern School of Law. In 2020, Ms. Erisman received her Master degree in Legal Studies and her Juris Doctorate, graduating as Valedictorian of her class.  Prior to working as an associate with Desiree Vance and Associates, Ms. Erisman worked with Ms. Vance as a paralegal and post-bar law clerk. When she is not at work, she loves to spend time with her family, travel and she loves a good cup of coffee. 

Christie Quinton has over 30 years of legal secretarial experience.  She began working in a large law firm in Silicon Valley, with focus on Corporate Securities & Technologies during the dot com era.  Christie has since broadened her skills to include various other practice areas.  Christie recently relocated to Oroville from Roseville, with her husband and daughter. When Christie is not working, she enjoys travelling, taking care of her many farm animals, and riding her horse Sky. 

Sandy Gharu is from Yuba City and attended California State University, Chico. She received her B.A in Communications and Political Science and is currently pursuing a Juris Doctorate. Ms. Gharu has extensive experience in Management. During undergrad Ms. Gharu interned with Senator Jim Nielsen. Prior to her joining our firm, Ms. Gharu’s legal experience includes interning for a law firm that specialized in criminal defense. As the daughter of a migrant farm worker, Ms. Gharu understands the value of hard work and dedication. She is committed to giving back the community that has shaped her into the person she is today. During her free time, Ms. Gharu enjoys spending time with her family and playing tennis.