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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 Victor | April 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime
Chance Oberstein
Janice Bellucci of ACSOL recommended Chance Oberstein to me. I was looking for new representation as I had been extremely frustrated with another legal firm’s ineffective handling of my partner’s sex offender case. Chance took up the mantle and skillfully navigated the case through its legal intric...
Posted by Michael | December 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Gets the job done!
I met him for the first time in 2017 and was impressed, so I utilized him in a crucial legal situation in July. He came through, like I knew he would, and made sure I had the result I had been looking for. If you are in trouble or need the right advice to proceed, Chance is the person to contact, ...
Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent result for removal 290 registration requirement.
Mr Oberstein was the third attorney to help me with my case and ultimately the most knowledgeable about my specific situation. He did what others said could not be done do to my specific charges. It was a 2 step process that Mr Oberstein had to sort out. First was the erroneous/incorrect placement ...
Posted by Jason | June 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Service and Amazing Lawyer
Chance reduced my incarceration deal from 364 days in county jail to no incarceration and 90 days in community labor. My previous lawyers The Rodriguez Law Group wasn't able to get this amazing plea deal. He has been on my beck and call any time I had questions and walked me through this entire proce...
Posted by Michael | April 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
The best Lawyer !!
Chance is up front, he is honest. He does not give fault hopes. He always does his best !! He gives you the best service and knows the laws. I would hire him again! Thank you Chance
"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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