David O'Brien Gatch

David O'Brien Gatch

4.9
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 32 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Clanton, AL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

Po Box 2044, Clanton, AL

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 25%

33 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

33 years | 2,000 cases

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

33 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Juvenile Law 15%

My practice in the area of juvenile law involves children and grandchildren, who are in trouble either because of their parents or because of their own actions… dependency

32 years | 500 cases

15%
Probate 10%

Guardianship Conservatorship Probate Estates With Will and Without Will.

33 years | 1,000 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 32 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1993

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

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Location

Law Offices of David O'Brien Gatch

Po Box 2044, Clanton, AL, 35046-2044

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David O'Brien Gatch's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

270 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 49 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Michael | September 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

You won't regret hiring David Gatch. I'm glad I did.

David Gatch has to be the best attorney in the South. He managed to navigate a case for me that was extremely sensitive and managed to win that case for me. In the past I have dealt with other attorneys that left me confused and angry. This is not the case with David. He was always available to m...e to answer any questions or just ease my concerns. What David did for me was short of a miracle. Hire David. You will not regret it. In my opinion he is the best out there. He is worth every penny I paid him.

Posted by Jade McWhortee | September 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney

The best attorney

I wouls never use another lawyer for anything. David was very thorough and made everything super easy. Other than gathering personal paperwork for him, we did nothing, he did EVERYTHING! He kwpt us updated through the entire process.

Posted by Freddie | September 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Why FIVE stars

I am 65 years old and this is my seventh child custody case. This case was a bit different in that I was seeking to gain custody of a child that is not mine and take him to another state which is my residence. David gave me a flat fee (Half of what I paid another attorney in another county for the ...same type case) that was very reasonable. During the case (In court five times) David made recommendation that I grudgingly agreed with. The last five minutes of court I felt we had lost based on the Judges questions. Mr Gatch had accomplished presenting our case with nothing left out. To move a child out-of-state is huge. almost five days later we got the news, WE WON! Mr. Gatch was more excited that me with the news. There were over thirty emails and I cant count the text messages and phone calls. The most approachable attorney I have ever hired. I strongly recommend Mr. Gatch for any legal needs. Great communication, affordable price and extremely knowledgeable.

Posted by Cathy | June 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Honest, Professional, Excellent Communicator, Ethical

Hire David Gatch. He is the hardest working attorney I know. In searching for an attorney to handle a very sensitive and emotionally charged situation I was dealing with I came across Mr. David Gatch. Before contacting Mr. Gatch, I read all of his reviews as well as the reviews of his peers. He s...tood apart from the rest. I don't trust easily and I am a very private person. I have not been disappointed. I trust David and his wife Ms. Vickie. One of the most important parts of a relationship between an attorney and client is communication. David communicates. No matter the time of day or night he has always responded quickly and in a timely manner. Communication builds trust. I have trusted this man with my life and have not been disappointed, Walking into a court room and standing before a Judge is a terrifying thing; I don't care what walk of life you come from. With David Gatch as your attorney, you will be prepared. You will know exactly what to do and how to respond. This man prepares you for court and helps settle nerves in a way I have never experienced. He is knowledgeable and works very hard for his clients. He straight up tells you the truth. He has earned every penny I paid him and then some. David has since become our family attorney. Hire him. Pay him. You won't be disappointed.

Posted by Jeremy | March 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thorough

I am using Mr. Gatch as my divorce attorney and I couldn't be more pleased! Between the quick response time, ease of communication, professionalism and knowledge I don't see how anyone wouldn't give this law firm, Mr., and Mrs. Gatch Five Stars! I'm glad to have you guys in my corner!

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

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Jones School of Law

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Faulkner University Thomas Goode Jones School of Law

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