April Dawn Scott

April Dawn Scott

also known as April Dawn Asbell

5.0
Rating: 6.2

Licensed for 8 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Andreas, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family

PO Box 725, 265 West St Charles Street, San Andreas, CA

About April

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 15%

9 years

15%
Family 10%

9 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 8 years

State: California

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Richard A Ciummo & Associates

PO Box 725, 265 West St Charles Street, San Andreas, CA, 95249-0725

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April Dawn Scott's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tiffany | May 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dedicated, Responsive and Relentless”

I can’t say enough good things about my attorney, April Asbel. I came to her facing a lot of serious charges, and from the very beginning she treated me like I truly mattered. I’ve never had an attorney who was so responsive—she returned every call, answered every text, and always took the time to li...sten to my concerns. April fought hard for me every step of the way. She didn’t just go through the motions—she advocated for me like it truly mattered, and it showed in the outcome. She was able to get me a very good offer, and throughout the entire process, I felt supported and understood. What really stood out is that she genuinely cares. You can tell she believes in what she does, and she’s incredibly good at it. If you’re considering hiring her—don’t hesitate. Not having her on your side would be a huge mistake. Thank you, April. You were truly a godsend.

Posted by Michael | April 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Just ask and she will have the answer

April is a no bs, straight forward attorney. She doesn't sugarcoat anything. The thing i liked best about her is that she was very accessible. Always got right back to me.

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Just ask and she will have the answer

April is very knowledgeable and knows her way around the courts. She's a no bs kinda gal and won't sugarcoat anything. The thing is liked best about April is that she is always accessible, always gets right back to you

Posted by Zack | March 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional Representation in a Difficult Custody Case

April provided outstanding representation in my family law and child custody case. From the very beginning, she was direct, knowledgeable, and gave me a clear understanding of what to expect. She did not just tell me what I wanted to hear—she told me what I needed to hear, and that made all the diffe...rence. My case involved challenging circumstances and required careful attention to detail, strong advocacy, and a clear strategy. April handled everything with professionalism and precision. She stayed focused on the facts, kept the case moving forward, and made sure my position was clearly and effectively presented. She was highly responsive, strategic, and always prepared. What truly stood out was her consistency in communication—she was always available, kept me informed, and never left me guessing about the status of my case. During a very stressful and emotional process, April kept things grounded, professional, and focused on what mattered most—my children. Her ability to navigate the legal system and advocate effectively on my behalf gave me confidence every step of the way. If you are dealing with a serious custody matter and want an attorney who is honest, skilled, communicative, and a strong advocate, I highly recommend April.

Posted by Sal | February 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very good Attorney

Very happy with April‘s services. she got my case resolved quickly. She has a very good relationships with District Attorney’s Office And other attorneys, very surprised how quickly it was resolved I do recommend April

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Experience

Rating:  6.2 (Good)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Richard A. Ciummo & Associates

Associations

2018 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2016 - Present

American Inns of Court

Member

Education

2016

Humphreys College Laurence Drivon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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