Chance Xcaliber Oberstein

Chance is one of those rare attorneys who took the time to really get to know me, and came to believe in me. I was facing a potential 25 to life, three strikes case. This was not because of some new serious or violent crime, but because the prosecutor wanted to go back 30 years and turn crimes that... I committed an already served time for into new strikes. But, after a yearlong battle and multiple court appearances, I finally walked out of that courtroom a free man, on probation. The documents and motions, prepared by Chance, were outstanding. It was clear that much thought and time went into the preparation of each phase of his presentations and communications with the judge and with the court. True, nothing is guaranteed. But he stayed optimistic and hopeful even when I'd didn't. He gave me many suggestions as to how present myself to the court, to the probation department, and in the end, we were victorious against all odds. Needless to say, I highly recommend Chance Oberstein. Everyone's situation is different. And there really are no guarantees in life. But, if you are looking for someone who will sincerely invest himself into you, and that your case you couldn't make a better choice.

Chance Oberstein helped me get my life back after twelve years of anxiety as a registered sex offender. This is a minor miracle. I believe Chance is simply the most competent specialist in post-conviction relief for sex offenders in California. For Chance, winning relief for eligible registrants ...is a cause and a passion. He does not approach these cases with a “business-as-usual” attitude. He takes great pride in helping people restore their lives. In 2005, I was convicted of a misdemeanor sex offense. Fortunately, my offense was one of the few that qualified for a Certificate of Rehabilitation and removal from the registry. In 2015, I began a serious search for help in obtaining my COR. I started by consulting the attorneys I used to get my termination of probation and expungement. They seemed flummoxed by the COR process, so I had to look elsewhere. I interviewed the lawyers my former attorneys recommended, as well as someone who was recommended by the Bar Association. These attorneys also did not inspire confidence. They either knew little about CORs, had no documented success in obtaining them for clients, charged exorbitant fees, or hyped false promises of success. One even discouraged me from applying. I was really at the end of my options when I found Chance. I knew immediately by the questions he asked me that he was an expert in these cases. Unlike the other attorneys, he was realistic and focused. He wanted to make sure I truly qualified before he took my case. The road to a COR is complex, draining, and and nerve-wracking. It involves asking friends to write letters in support, subjecting yourself and others to intense scrutiny by investigators, anticipating court dates with anxiety, overcoming possible glitches, and dealing with numerous other hurdles. Making the COR even more confusing is the inconsistency in both procedures and outcomes among the various jurisdictions in California. It is very hard to find comparative information that you can use to guide you in your county. Chance has so much experience and success with these cases that he can help you navigate the bureaucracy in your particular situation. The COR is not a process that should be undertaken without expert help and advice. It is requires that the attorney helping you be available for questions, emotionally supportive, and determined above all else to win your case. When I finally got my COR in San Francisco, after a year of delays due to changes in personnel at the DA’s office, among other setbacks, I could barely believe the ordeal was finally over. I can’t express my gratitude enough for Chance’s constant guidance through this grueling process. Chance is the authority on post-conviction relief for sex offenders. No other attorney that I interviewed even came close in terms of knowledge, experience, and professionalism. On top of his expertise, Chance offers personal understanding of what it means to be in the vise-grip of anxiety about constantly changing registration laws. If you have any opportunity at all for relief from registration and want the most competent counsel in California, don’t waste your time with other attorneys. Consult with Chance Oberstein first.

Chance Oberstein is an exceptional attorney. I recently became eligible for a certificate of rehabilitation. Because my commitment offense related to sex with a minor I knew it would be an uphill battle. I met with Mr. Oberstien for a consultation and we reviewed my case. Once he determined that I wa...s indeed eligible for a certificate of rehabilitation I retained him. His price was very fair. I had gotten several quotes and his was by far the most reasonable, particularly considering his skill level. The county I reside in does it’s best never to grant certificates of rehabilitation to anyone with a sex offense involving a minor. During the course of the investigation D.A. investigators harassed my family and my neighbors as well as me. In addition to providing a buffer between those members of law enforcement harassing me, and handling all aspects of my Certificate of Rehabilitation filing, Chance provided moral support as I went through these stressful events. Most lawyers have a very poor bedside manner but he was empathetic and kind and that was very helpful. The D.A. and the judge did all they could short of breaking the law to try and prevent our success but our case was so well prepared and airtight that it left them no legal foundation to deny it. They would have exploited any small oversight or mistake on our part. There were none. If they had denied it we had a plan for how to appeal and beat them in that phase. We were prepared for anything. Other attorneys I spoke with in the area told me that I was wasting my time even applying in my county and that I would not succeed. We did succeed. I am no longer forced to register. I have recovered my freedom. I am beyond grateful. If you are serious about getting your certificate of rehabilitation Chance Oberstein is by far the best option.

I have been working with Chance Oberstein for the past 1 1/2 years to resolve my unique and complicated case. In 1981 I committed a misdemeanor sex offense that required me to register as a sex offender. After spending years registering as a sex offender, I was told that is was not possible of get a... Certificate of Rehabilitation. Chance not only made it possible, but the certificate was granted. Although My Live Scan indicated that the offense was a misdemeanor, the penal code section indicated otherwise. This was because the penal code numbers were changed in the interim. This confusion caused the District Attorney to argue to disallow the application for Certificate of Rehabilitation. Because it was such an old case all my records in the court had been destroyed and there was no way to prove my case. Chance was able to prove to the judge that the offense was a misdemeanor and convince him to rule in my favor. The Certificate of Rehabilitation was granted and I will no longer have to register as a sex offender. Throughout this long ordeal Chance proved to be a reliable and competent advocate. He is skillful, empathetic, but objective. He was responsive to my many, many questions and always returned phone calls and e-mails. He traveled numerous times over three counties to help me in court. His manner was calm, assertive, but not aggressive. He was completely thorough and competent and always conducted himself at the highest level of professionalism. He has my complete trust. Chance Oberstein is a solid professional who practices nothing but the best law who exemplifies that even is the case is difficult and complicated, with the help of an excellent attorney a person can obtain a Certificate of Rehabilitation and Relief from Registration as a sex offender.

When I first consulted with Chance, I was looking to mitigate my own sex offender registration requirement in California. Not only did he give me advice with regard to California, he had found out that my case could be expunged in my original stae of conviction! With his advice, I was able to follow ...through and get my sex offense expunged, and no more registration in California! Chance is the most uniquely qualified professional in regard to expungements, and his modest consultation fee ($100 in my case) has turned out to be my greatest investment to my own post-conviction future that I could have ever made! He definitely went well beyond the scope of my own request, and he will do the same for you. Do NOT mistake his consulation fee to that of an attorney that offers "free consultation." An attorney who offers such is trying to get your business. This is not what Chance does. Chance is giving real, valid advice on how to proceed with your own circumstances. Advice, I might add, based upon experience and knowledge of law that no other California attorney can achieve and ANY consultation rate. It must be noted that Chance has gone through the process himself, which makes him both cognitive of as well as empathic with his clients. In short, there is no better value, and in fact no better pragmatic legal advice, that you can get than from a consultation with Chance Oberstein.