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Recognized as one of the 10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in the state of California 2018-2021
Chance X. Oberstein represents clients throughout California. Since starting practice, he has handled hundreds of cases involving misdemeanor and felony crimes at the state and federal level. Today, his primary focus is sex crimes and post-conviction relief. Mr. Oberstein is highly trained in this complex area of the law and has had many years of experience negotiating with prosecutors, litigating in court and obtaining exceptional case outcomes. In 2018, The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys recognized his exceptional performance by listing him as one of the "10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction" in the state of California. Since then, Mr. Oberstein has been recognized statewide and nationally for his excellence in practice and dedication to the legal field and community.
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State: California
Acquired: 1991
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2001
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Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing lawyer
I worked with Chance to get my Felony reduced to a Misdemeanor. Chance was there every step of the way, and set up my motion to succeed. I did everything thing he told me (letters etc) and helped me along the process. And sure enough the court granted my felony reduction to misdemeanor. Working with ...
Posted by Mike | May 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime
Chance is a Blessing!
Relief from Registration after 18 years! I never thought this day would come, but I know that I was led to the right man. Honesty, Integrity, Compassion and in my humble opinion the most qualified Attorney for this area of Law. It was a pleasure to have many conversations with this man, but I also...
Posted by Matt | April 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime
Tier Designation
I was tier-to-be-determined for about a year, leaving me anxious about being posted on Megan's Law website due to new laws or receiving an incorrect tier designation. Chance was able to contact the CA DOJ to get my tier designated in a more timely manner, along with it being designated accurately. I ...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Competent, Ethical, and Fair
I am very happy with the service provided by Mr. Oberstein. He was able to answer all my questions, explained my options, and then strategy. My reward for following Mr. Oberstein's advice, and a little patience: A quick reply from the government (WOW). Thank you.
Posted by GEORGE | April 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime
Removal from Registry
After 27 years of being on the registry I'm finally off. It's finally over thanks to Chance Oberstein. I first saw Chance Oberstein at an ACSOL meeting held by Janice Bellucci and was very impressed by how knowledgeable, and professional Mr. Oberstein was, as Janice Bellucci referred to him for ans...
"I give Chance Oberstein my highest recommendation as an attorney and as a human being. He is a man of integrity who provides wisdom to those who seek it. Chance is extremely knowledgeable regarding criminal defense matters and is able to achieve impressive results for his clients. He is a creative problem solver who works diligently to attain his clients' goals."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with him on multiple cases over the last eight years. His legal skills and integrity are excellent."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2001.
Resignation with charges pending issued in CA, 2001
updated on 02/06/2010Resignation with charges pending means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Voluntary inactive (disciplinary) issued in CA, 2001
updated on 11/05/2013This sanction means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Interim suspension after conviction issued in CA, 1999
updated on 02/06/2010This means the attorney temporarily lost his or her license to practice law while the State investigates whether the attorney should be disciplined. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
2021
10 Best Law Firms, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2021
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys
2021
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, Attorney & Practice Magazine
2021
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2021
Top Ranking Attorney, American Association of Attorney Advocates
2020
Top 10 Criminal Defense Firm, Attorney & Practice Magazine
2020
10 Best Law Firms, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2020
Top Tier Lawyer, The American Trial Academy
2020
Top Ranking Attorney, American Association of Attorney Advocates
2020
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2020
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
10 Best Law Firms, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
1986
Outstanding Contribution to the Community, University of California, Irvine
1986
Excellence in Research, University of California, Irvine
1986
Exceptional Achievements in Field Study, University of California, Irvine
1986
Outstanding Contribution, Social Ecology Program, University of California, Irvine
1979
Outstanding Young Men of America, United States Jaycees
1978
The National Dean's List, Educational Communications INC.
President
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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