April Dawn Scott

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.

I was passing through the community of Angel's Camp, California in Feb of 2022 when I came up behind what I believed to be a slow moving vehicle driven by someone who was elderly. After following for 3/4 of a mile or so, I slowly moved left into a turning lane and passed the vehicle. Turns out that ...that SUV was driven by Calaveras County Sheriff's officer who was driving in an unmarked vehicle. She turned on her lights, pulled me over, and handed me a misdemeanor charge for reckless driving. To say that I was a bit stunned would be an understatement. Fortuitously, during my first court hearing, I was assigned April Asbell as my attorney. Within a few days, I spoke with her and found her to be on-point, intelligent, and professional. She quickly understood my predicament and asked the relevant questions. As equally important as her command of the law was a feeling that I was dealing with someone who was warm-hearted. She told me she would be speaking with the DA's office in the days ahead and would get back to me. About a week later she indeed got back to me and had my charge reduced to crossing double yellow lines (which is what I was really guilty of). I ended up paying a $141 fine and am thankful for April's negotiating ability. The few times that my extended family has had need for an attorney have usually in poor experiences. My encounter with April was completely the opposite. She also gives her main cell number to clients and is not the type of attorney that you never hear back from. Her excellent communication skills and intelligence mean that anyone facing a charge in Calaveras County are likely to experience a more proficuous outcome. I would highly recommend her to others and would consult with her if someone in my own family needed legal help.

When other lawyers failed me, April was there and fought for me. She was not only professional but she calmed me, helped me see the bigger picture and represented me to the fullest. She was fantastic at getting back to me in a timely manner if not immediately. She is one of the best lawyers I have t...he privilege to hire. I highly recommend her to any person looking. If she doesnt know about something she will make herself known in that area and will fight for what is right, not just her clients. April has truly changed my life and my children's for the better.

April went above and beyond in my divorce. She made herself available day and night. And did everything she could to help me finalize my divorce, and make sure I got everything I was entitled to. She will go to bat for you and make sure you're not taken advantage of. I would highly recommend her to h...elp you in any matter. She is very knowledgeable about the law and got me the answers to all my questions and concerns.