About Charles M. Oberly
Charles M. Oberly III is a lawyer whose career crosses public service and private practice. He built his legal foundation at Penn State University and completed his law degree at the University of Virginia School of Law. Those formative years shaped a steady interest in litigation and federal practice.
After law school he entered public service and later served as United States Attorney for the District of Delaware. In that role he oversaw federal prosecutions and represented the United States in civil matters before federal courts. The position placed him at the center of complex litigation and required coordination with federal law enforcement and regulatory agencies.
Oberly’s time as a federal prosecutor gave him a thorough grounding in criminal law, grand jury work, trial preparation and appellate practice. He also handled aspects of civil enforcement and government civil litigation. That mix of responsibilities informed how he approaches disputes and investigations later in his career.
Colleagues describe him as methodical in courtroom preparation and straightforward in dealing with opposing counsel. He has navigated cases that require careful attention to evidentiary detail and procedural deadlines. Those practical skills translate to advising clients on litigation strategy and risk assessment when cases touch federal jurisdiction.
He continues to practice law in Delaware and draws on his experience in federal court in his current work. His practice concentrates on matters tied to federal litigation and enforcement, including trials, appeals and related investigations.
