April S Gilbert

In Feb I was charged with a 2nd DUID and possession of a controlled substance. I initially hired an attorney that was telling me I needed to go to a treatment program like Salvation Army, even though I had already been to treatment and was clean and sober, and I should plan on at least 90 days of jai...l, plus more treatment and repeat offender classes. My treatment center told me to fire the attorney and hire April Gilbert because she knew the courts, knew the law, and fights hard for those who are in recovery trying to better themselves. We got to court and right out of the gate the DA was demanding a higher bond, 90 days in jail, and so much more. April, knowing that I was just out of treatment, 4 months clean and sober at the time, going to meetings knew that this wasn't the right sentence for me and asked for an emergency meeting in the judges chamber. She came back out with an entirely different deal. No bond while waiting for sentencing, 60 days on house arrest through a private company, no treatment, and a fine that was roughly $1000 less, no mandatory driving privilege suspension, and the normal DUI 18 month offender program. This deal came straight from the judge and right over the DAs head. I'm for ever thankful to her and her guidance. She saved me jail time, fees, and my license. Without her none of this would have been possible. Her reviews are five star because she is five star attorney no doubt, up front, honest, and hard working for the start. She is worth it!

April Gilbert is a great Criminal Defense Attorney. Many years ago I went through a traumatic experience with a lawyer where he kept the case going on for years and financially ruined my family. So, of course I was afraid to hire a lawyer when my son needed help. However, five minutes into my ver...y first phone call to April, I knew she was the attorney for my son. Her level of commitment and availability to our family was amazing. She ALWAYS returned text messages and phone calls the very same day, which I never understood how she was able to do. She explained everything to us in terms we could easily understand and was always very responsive when we had questions. April went above what I expected from a lawyer. I was also impressed by her knowledge of the law, her communication skills with the DA, court, sheriffs, jail, bail bondsman, and other organizations for us in a timely manner, her compassion for what our family was going through, and her patience. If anyone is looking for a knowledgeable Criminal Defense Attorney, my family and I recommend April Gilbert with 5+ stars!

Attorney April Gilbert was recommended to us by the Orange County Bar Association. After speaking with her, we knew she was the right attorney to represent our daughter. Ms. Gilbert made herself available to answer all of our calls, texts, and emails. She truly listened to our concerns and was a...ble to answer all of our questions and provide us with a clearer understanding of the situation and our options. Throughout the process Ms. Gilbert went out of her way to make sure our daughter was not only taken care of legally, but emotionally as well. The legal court system can be intimidating for a mother and father with little experience in this area. Knowing that we had April Gilbert on our side made us feel that we had the best representation possible and that we would have the best possible outcome. We are so grateful to her for her diligent work on our behalf.

I consulted with April about a legal matter of mine. I have been stressing out a lot over it. She told me worst case and best case scenarios and had extremely good information that was useful. It’s attorneys like her that give me more confidence in referring people and or hiring her for her expertise.... Appreciate the help very much