Chance Xcaliber Oberstein

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Chance Xcaliber Oberstein

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 34 years

Sex crime Lawyer at Laguna Niguel, CA
Practice Areas: Sex Crime, Criminal Defense, Violent Crime

28202 Cabot Rd Ste 300, Laguna Niguel, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2001
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About Chance

Biography

Experienced. Knowledgeable. Passionate. Avvo's Clients Choice from 2013 to 2021.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Sex Crime 70%

Pre-trial, Trial & Post-conviction relief

70%
Criminal Defense 20%

20%
Violent Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 34 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2001

Location

Law Office of Chance X. Oberstein

28202 Cabot Rd Ste 300, Laguna Niguel, CA, 92677

obersteinlaw.com

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Chance Xcaliber Oberstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

157 Client Reviews

Showing 71 - 75 of 117 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Can’t thank him enough

I cannot thank Chance enough for his attention to detail and expertise - I am truly blessed to got to know him in the past few years, wish had known him sooner! Anyway, through his guidance, my husband was just granted a Certificate of Rehabilitation. Would definitely recommend him to anyone!

Posted by David | November 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I unequivocally recommend Chance!

It was a pleasure hiring Chance. He was able to expunge my case as well as received the very sought after COR. Chance is an expert in helping people with sex-related crimes. He knows the laws and helps guide you through the process. I was surprised when I met him in his office. He went over every cri...minal charge, looked them up and told me what he could possibly do. After hiring Chance for both my expungement and certificate of rehabilitation, I would completely and unequivocally recommend Chance, I just wish I knew about him when my case was originally filed. If I ever need an attorney in the future, Chance will be my first call.

Posted by anonymous | November 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An excellent lawyer

I met Chance Oberstein at an ACSOL meeting many years ago and I consider myself fortunate to have done so. His consummate understanding and knowledge of criminal case law and sex related crimes along with his exceptional expertise in strategizing post-conviction relief has finally concluded in a su...ccessful Expungement of a Misdemeanor charge and a most coveted Certificate of Rehabilitation. As a lawyer, he has always been available for any questions I have had regarding my case and has always been supportive at an emotional level when I could not see a glimmer of light and hope at the end of the tunnel. I always had the sense that he was truly passionate about helping me not only as a client, but as a person as well. Throughout the many meetings I had with him I had a clear distinction that I was dealing with person of excellent conscience, honor and integrity. I highly recommend Mr. Oberstein because of his tenacity to achieve favorable legal outcomes in an extremely hostile and disheartening criminal law system. He is an effective and well-versed attorney who will always look out for your intricate best interests. He would be an excellent choice.

Posted by Thomas Fritz | November 03, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney and fighter

Chance is fighter, not a plea dealer, or someone cowed by DA's or federal prosecutors. Want to win, hire Chance.

Posted by Naomi | October 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Commitment to and Empathy for his clients

I had already filed for my 17b and expungement in pro per, but I felt the need for someone with the legal knowledge to petition for a Certificate of Rehabilitation; particularly for one who, despite the expunge, was still required to register pursuant to PC290. I retained Chance Oberstein to help me ...with the CoR process because of his knowledge of the law. He knew precisely what I was feeling because, he, too, experienced it as a defendant. I don't find this to be a negative. People make mistakes and learn from it. Knowing his background, I felt I would be in good hands. He was very upfront and honest about my chances of getting a CoR granted. Sometimes you don't like to hear it, but it's good to know what you're up against. His explanations and reasons for his strategy and the court's expectations were clear. That I live in Northern California was not an issue for him, either. He was there to represent me in court. I also appreciate his show of empathy as he was guiding me through the process. It was emotionally draining for me particularly the night before the hearing. His phone call helped me rest easy. I am happy to report that the judge granted my CoR, and I have been relieved of the duty register. I am forever thankful for Chance and his commitment to me as his client.

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Chance Xcaliber Oberstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Janice Bellucci

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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William Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Brian Newman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney with great skills & high motivation"

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Janice Bellucci

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2001.

Resignation with charges pending issued in CA, 2001

updated on 02/06/2010

Resignation 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 11/05/2013

This 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 02/06/2010

This 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.

Honors

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.

Associations

Alliance for Constitutional Defense Law

President

Education

1990

University of California at Davis School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of California - Irvine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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