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Chance Xcaliber Oberstein
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About Chance
Biography
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.
Experienced. Knowledgeable. Passionate. Avvo's Clients Choice from 2013 to 2021.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Sex Crime
70%
Criminal Defense
20%
Violent Crime
10%
Fees and Rates
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 34 years
State: California
Acquired: 1991
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2001
Location
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Chance Xcaliber Oberstein's Reviews
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Posted by Robert | December 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent attorney
He helped with two cases. One closed with a great outcome and he's working on the second. Would highly recommend.
Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great At What He Does
Thanks to him my case didn't get prolonged needed than it needed to. Knew what he was talking about, overcame some flags from the court and we got the best case scenario (even better really). Would recommend to anyone who wants someone who knows their stuff and is easy to communicate with along the w...
Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A wonderful attorney you can trust.
My experience with Mr. Oberstein has been exceptional. After an initial consultation about my case, he was able to help me not only achieve my goal but caught and fixed issues related from clerical errors with my case I was not even aware of. Extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, honest AND handle...
Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
COR granted
If the Justice System was populated by more people like Chance Oberstein, we would all benefit. He is knowledgeable, tenacious and creative. He kept me informed. He dealt with me calmly, ethically, and as an additional positive, his fees were very reasonable. I am grateful to have had Chance rep...
Posted by Mark | December 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fantastic
Chance is a consummate professional with a flexibility of thought, and a true passion for his profession. He saved my bacon with a biased-judge, and I was able to walk out that day. I would hire Chance again, and hope to do so so I can get my life back. He is easily available over email, phone and...
Chance Xcaliber Oberstein's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney with great skills & high motivation"
Janice Bellucci
Civil rights lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2001.
Resignation with charges pending issued in CA, 2001
updated on 02/06/2010Resignation 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.
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
Activity
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