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

153 Client Reviews

Showing 111 - 115 of 153 reviews

Posted by Evelynne | January 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Talented and Outstanding Attorney

I hired Mr. Oberstein to defend my adult son who is developmentally disabled. Mr. Oberstein has shown a level of commitment to our case from the outset that has amazed me. He has guided us throughout the entire process and is always available to consult, advise or just to offer moral support. From t...he start, he has mapped out a strategy and has guided us through the steps to reach the best outcome possible. Chance researched my son's condition so he could understand the best way to defend him. He is extraordinarily well-versed in the current laws, and navigates through the complex justice system with ease. If you or a loved one is facing prosecution in the criminal courts, I highly recommend Mr. Oberstein to take your case.

Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Quality and Experienced Lawyer

Mr. Oberstein helped me overcome impossible odds in regards to my legal matters. He was able to successfully achieve both a case dismissal and reduction from a felony to a misdemeanor for me. Both of which are near impossible for a sex crime. If you have gone through a sex crime, you may feel complet...ely helpless and hopeless. But with Mr. Oberstein, you have a fighting chance and have reason to have hope again.

Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommended!!

We all make mistakes but under the law we may pay very serious consequences. That is why we needed an excellent and experienced attorney to help us understand the law and recognize the situations we got in and how to begin the process of of reducing and minimizing the punishments involved. Mr. Obers...tein totally understood what we have been through and gave us the needed support and advice to successfully proceed. He is an expert in sex crime cases and was able to use his abundant legal knowledge and experience to fight for us in a particularly hostile court environment. He obtained a dismissal of our son’s case (PC311 felony conviction) and reduced the level of the conviction from “Felony” to “Misdemeanor”. He was well prepared for court and successfully deliberated with the judge to obtain a decision in our favor. If you have similar circumstances and need an effective and well-versed attorney, please consider retaining Mr. Obsterstein.

Posted by Lee | August 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Renound attorney successful!!

I was very fortunate to have consulted with and ultimately secure, Chance Oberstein as my attorney. This is a man that has many years of experience in the field of criminal law and sex related crimes. He is truly passionate in helping to make the lives of his clients better in every way. My origin...al conviction (a felony and a wobbler) was ultimately reduced to a misdemeanor, by my original attorney (of 11 years prior). My plea deal included an eventual complete expungement from my record, however, due to changes in the law, since the original conviction date, that was never to be. Until I met Chance Oberstein. Mr. Oberstein was successful in having my remaining misdemeanor completely expunged from the record! This was a major turning point for me, as it now paves the way for possible removal completely, from the registry, through Certificate's of Rehabilitation, or, at the very least, a greater success rate for California's up-coming tiered registry law. This is a top-notch, 5 star, attorney, who knows the intricacies of the judicial/court system well. Thank you Chance Oberstein !

Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lifesaver

"You're walking out of here a free man." That's what Chance told me as we walked out of the courtroom. The judge had just approved the motion for the early termination of my probation. I couldn't believe it... Chance had done it! I was on probation for 5 years and was just around the 3 year... point. Those 3 years were dark times in my life and for my family and I had pretty much lost hope. Chance Oberstein advised me of the process for early termination and managed the entire process expertly from start to finish. For the first time in awhile I was able to see the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. He is professional, communicative, and very good at what he does. He has the experience and knowledge to navigate around the legal system. He was also human and recognized the position I was in and was sensitive to that. He has given me my life back. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.

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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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