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

Online Presence

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Chance Xcaliber Oberstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

155 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 30 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Jose | May 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

COR obtained!

Mr. Oberstein represented me throughout the process of obtaining my certificate of rehabilitation. He was knowledgeable, helpful, and informative through the entire process and kept in communication with me to explain the steps needed to raise my chances of reaching my goal. Not only am I thankful... for his constant guidance, but also find it remarkable that he was able keep my case as a priority through such a turbulent, unstable, and unpredictable time throughout the pandemic. Even with so many challenges he faced with the courts, and the restrictions, I always felt like a priority and secure in his work. In the end, I am very thankful that I was able to receive my COR with the help of Mr. Oberstein, but even if I hadn't, I know without a doubt that he had done his best to represent me.

Posted by James | May 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

petition result

I would like to pass on a few words about my experience with Chance Oberstein who represented me regarding a petition for a certificate of rehabilitation. Mr. Oberstein is a professional with a deep experience in this aspect of the law, but his service goes beyond professional competence. He is commi...tted to a positive outcome for his clients for he knows the stakes. He does not shy away from a fight and in a fight he does not give up. His extra effort on our behalf ensured that all three of his clients, including myself, prevailed that day in our hearing before the court over the objects from the DA. It is without reservation I can recommend Mr. Oberstein as legal counsel. His effort and skill made a critical difference. He has help change my life.

Posted by Carol | February 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Extraordinary Criminal Defense Attorney

Chance is a very skilled criminal defense attorney. My son was charged with assault with a deadly weapon this past summer. Chance pursued his case with vigor and endurance. Since it was during the height of the summer pandemic, Chance had many obstacles to overcome with the process. He stayed focused... on the evidence at each hearing and may the same requests every time. Chance had incredible patience and resolve to prove my son's innocent. Ultimately my son was exonerated. He has an excellent rapport with the criminal justice system. If you need a criminal defense attorney, I highly recommend you speak with Chance first. He will be straight with you and work hard on your behalf.

Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

An Extraordinary Lawyer

Mr. Oberstein was able to successfully correct significant errors in a California criminal record from the 1970's and then effectively further enlist the assistance of the California Department of Justice in his equally successful efforts to correct the related but even more serious errors in the FBI... criminal record that had persisted for decades. The passage of time and the circumstances that resulted in these errors made the task complicated and arduous. He proved to be an extraordinarily intelligent, skillful and empathetic advocate with comprehensive knowledge of the applicable laws and systems. He does not give up in the face of obstacles and balances his unshakeable persistence with effective diplomacy. Always generous with his time and clearly passionate about his work, Mr. Oberstein is the lawyer one always hopes for when confronting challenging circumstances.

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.

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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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