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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 anonymous | May 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A legal expert and a good person.
Multiple of their attorneys told me that I will have no option other than prison. Chance got me probation. He ran circles around the district attorney and pulled off what several attorneys told me was impossible. Beyond the legal expertise, he is a good man who really cares about the well being of hi...
Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Chance Oberstein did what no the attorney could
Chance saved my life. The first attorney I hired was so dismissive and spoke to me like I was less than human. Before I was even charged my first attorney was telling me to prepare for prison and that a job in manual labor was going to be the only thing that was ever going to be able to do. I found C...
Posted by Jason | April 28, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Chance Is My Champion
I can't keep track of how many times the state tried to derail my petition, but Chance just kept on fighting - piece by piece, removing the barricades. If you want a champion who will take you to the finish line, you want Chance Oberstein. He's the real deal.
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Wobbler
Hired Chance to reduce my offense. He set up a plan and was successful in getting my case dropped to a misdemeanor. Very easy to work with and would definitely recommend! Very grateful for his help.
Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
If you are on the offender registry or facing that possibility Chance Oberstine is who you want in your corner.
I had an excellent experience working with Chance Oberstine. He helped me get off probation early and successfully had my charges reduced—results that several other lawyers told me simply couldn’t be done. What he accomplished made a huge difference in my life, and I’m incredibly grateful for his ded...
"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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