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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
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Chance Xcaliber Oberstein's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Federal Crime
Posted by Steve | September 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime
Chance got my federal arrest warrant removed in one hearing at half the price another lawyer offered me.
I have been living abroad legally for years and to my surprise when I went to renew my US passport, I was told there was a federal warrant for my arrest due to my "failure" to register. I thought I had taken all the proper steps to leave the registry when I left the US and was never told I had to ta...
Posted by Thomas Fritz | November 03, 2020 | Federal Crime
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.
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2014 | Federal Crime
Best lawyer
Being a registered sex offender on life-time federal probation, I needed to find a good lawyer who understood my situation. I was arrested by the local police about 6 months ago when I first called on Chance. After first meeting him I knew he was the best lawyer I would every find, so the search en...
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
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