April S Gilbert

April S Gilbert

also known as April Zwirn

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tustin, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

17581 Irvine Boulevard, Suite 108, Tustin, CA

About April

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Criminal Defense Practice with emphasis on DUI, Drug Charges/Substance Abuse, Treatment, Recovery, Collaborative Courts, and Expungements. Experience defending against serious & violent felonies, thefts, domestic violence, and child abuse charges.

31 years | 65,500 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of April Gilbert

17581 Irvine Boulevard, Suite 108, Tustin, CA, 92780

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April S Gilbert's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

91 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 23 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Martin | September 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

She is the best

Review for April Gilbert Law Firm I had the pleasure of being represented by April Gilbert in a traffic violation case involving identity theft. From the very start, she showed a deep concern for my situation, ensuring that every detail was thoroughly examined. April’s communication is impeccabl...e—she consistently kept me informed and made sure I understood every step of the legal process. She is punctual, reliable, and truly cares about her clients' well-being. It's clear that for her, it's not just about the money, but about achieving the best possible outcome for her clients. I highly recommend April Gilbert to anyone in need of legal representation. Martin Cole

Posted by Rebecca | June 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lawyer

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!

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Best decision made hiring her for our daughter’s defense.

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.

Posted by Quincy | March 30, 2023 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best out there

April is hands down the best person you could possibly ask for to represent you in a case! She was extremely quick with responding to my questions and details about my case and not once did I ever feel left in the dark. The level of care and compassion she has is next to none and one of the many many... reasons I'd recommend April to represent you! This whole process was a lot to handle but she laid it all out in a very easy and understandable way that made decisions and choices much less stressful. I couldn't think of a better person to handle my case and will forever be grateful for her!

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Amazing, detailed and aggressive lawyer

April Gilbert is an amazing attorney. Her years of experience in criminal law and reputation with judges and lawyers in the OC courtrooms place your case in the best hands. I was mortified when I got my first DUI. April was quick to work out the best outcome for me. She also referred me to a DMV atto...rney to assist me with the DMV Administrative part of my case in order to keep my license longer. April received Brady material on my case which she immediately reviewed and discussed with me. My case was resolved without stepping one foot in the courtroom. Thank you April for your hard work and dedication to your clients. I am so lucky to have had you by my side during a troublesome time in my life.

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April S Gilbert's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Boukidis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"April is an exceptional attorney. She has a wealth of experience in all types of criminal matters. Not only is she skilled and knowledgeable, but she truly cares about her clients, their well being, their families, and their future. She leaves no stone unturned when it comes to serving her client's best interest. April is well respected by her peers, opposing counsel, and the court. I have worked opposite her as a former prosecutor and work alongside her now as a fellow criminal defense attorney. I know her to be honest, intelligent, hard working and compassionate. April is a talented and caring person and an excellent choice for representation in any criminal matter."

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Kristine Koo

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"April cares. She is someone who will listen to you, take what you say into consideration, and give thoughtful feedback. She also gives wise counsel and is trustworthy. Whenever I have a question in criminal law - I go to April - because she knows!"

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Karren Kenney

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Gilbert cares about each and every one of her clients and she takes the time to fight for them in order to get the best disposition possible. Ms. Gilbert is also an extrememely effective trial lawyer. I have seen her in trial and was amazed at the connection she has with the jury...jurors love her!"

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Alan Castillo

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kristine Koo

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Christl

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

1993

American Jurisprudence Award Criminal Procedure, Western State University College of Law

1991

American Jurisprudence Award Civil Procedure, Western State University College of Law

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Criminal Defense Lawyer, Law Office of April Gilbert

1995 - 2021

Deputy Public Defender, Orange County Public Defender's Office (CA)

1993 - 1995

Contributing Editor, Orange County Lawyer Magazine, Orange County Bar Association

1986 - 1992

Legal Assistant, Law Office Of Harley A. Feinstein

Associations

2024 - Present

North Orange County Bar Association

Board of Directors

2018 - Present

North Orange County Bar Association,

Member

1994 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

1996 - 1997

William P. Gray Legion Lex American Inn of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Carjacking and robbery of elders with a deadly weapon

My client was only sentenced to three years in prison (instead of 13), which was the lowest possible term.

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Education

1994

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

California State University, Long Beach

BA - Bachelor of Arts English Literature

Speaking Engagements

2019

Publications

1994

Orange County Lawyer Magazine The Fourth Amendment is not a Technicality

Languages

English

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