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

No misconduct found

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

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

270 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 270 reviews

Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2026 | Criminal Defense

Honorable man!

When you consult and hire an attorney.. tell the truth… if you have a history of drug use and addiction.. disclose it.. before you hire the attorney.. fully disclose your legal history.. criminal and civil.. follow his advice.. obey court orders… Act in good faith.. that is the essence of David Gatch..... Good faith.. He stands as a officer of the court and has an obligation to the court just as he does with his clients.

Posted by Heather | February 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The Truth About Gatch

Gatch is absolutely the worst lawyer ever! He took my money, lied to me and took more money! I was trying to change my custody arrangements. Gatch didn't do anything for me! I emailed him many times for a receipt or even the final order and he blew me off like I was never even his client. I honestly... feel like he stole my money and ran. Don't hire him! If you want to get something done you're better off just representing yourself! Also all these "5 star" reviews Gatch has on Avvo, are staged to make him look good! He made me submit a five star review before he did anything on my case. Once he had my money, he disappeared! In my opinion, he should be disbarred!

Posted by Shane | February 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Gatch is despicable!

Gatch is very disrespectful and unprofessional, the most despicable lawyer I have ever met. Doesnt answer his cell phone, waits till the last minute to prepare your case. Always thinks he knows everything. He will belittle you, talk to you like you don't have a education, and doesn't care if you get ...pissed off at him over the things he says about you. Once he got your money, its over with. So, future clients beware, do not use this lawyer, you have been warned!!!!!! There are better lawyers out there. Do your research!

Posted by David | December 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Getting it done

I had a lingering personal issue that no one would take the time to handle, David got right on it and handled it fast. I highly recommend him .

Posted by Eli | October 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

He knows his stuff

Mr.Gatch is a really hands on type of guy and he will work with you and make sure that you know what you are getting into and what to do to make it as easy as pie.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Education

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Jones School of Law

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Faulkner University Thomas Goode Jones School of Law

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