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April S Gilbert
also known as April Zwirn
About April
Biography
Caring for Clients and Changing Lives!
For more than a quarter of a century, I have made over 100,000 court appearances on cases and conducted 400 hearings and 200 jury and court trials, including serious and complex felonies, misdemeanors, dependency, mental health, juvenile delinquency, and Collaborative court cases: Veteran Treatment Court, Drug Court and DUI Court.
I have dedicated my entire legal career to serve and help people who have found themselves in horrible predicaments and legal trouble.
With my specialized training, and experience, I help people to not only fix their legal troubles but to give them the hope and the tools to make the necessary life changes to get them on the right path.
As a successful and highly recognized trial attorney, I have delivered countless great results for my clients, and the positive changes I have witnessed in their lives is the fuel that motivates my drive.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
31 years | 65,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 31 years
State: California
Acquired: 1994
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Posted by Michael | August 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Professional and supportive
I had been working to have a some legal issues resolved. April Gilbert worked representing my legal rights within Orange County court system. She communicated with me during this process, and was available whether I texted or call. She is the consummate professional and I will be recommending her to ...
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2021
Consultation
My wife and I consulted with April regarding the long term implications associated with a prior conviction which had been expunged. April was knowledgeable, thorough, prompt, and, courteous. We cannot recommend her more highly.
Posted by Amanda | April 14, 2021
Amazingly kind
She was great she just did a consultation for me this time but back in 2013 I had her represent me and she got me a very lenient sentence now I called to ask for help and rather than be so worried about the money she was actually more interested in helping me she led me in the right direction with no...
Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2021
The Best
Most Helpful at the time public defender I ever had really spent time on my case listened to what I had to say really was in my corner and excellent job in court. Wish nothing but the best!
Posted by Sandy | March 23, 2021
Hidden Juwl
April Gilbert, what can I say... I am so over Joyed and grateful! This beautiful soul is such a pleasure to have as an Attorney. She was able to close a case that I have been struggling with for over 5 years and like magic, in a efficient timely matter she was able to resolve one of my biggest legal ...
April S Gilbert's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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!"
"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!"
Alan Castillo
DUI and DWI lawyer
Kristine Koo
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John Christl
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Lisa Kopelman
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Karren Kenney
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
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 AssociationBoard of Directors
2018 - Present
North Orange County Bar Association,Member
1994 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
1996 - 1997
William P. Gray Legion Lex American Inn of CourtMember
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.
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
The Jewish Learning Institute
Crime and Consequences: A history of Incarceration
Publications
1994
Orange County Lawyer Magazine
The Fourth Amendment is not a Technicality
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I get proof my record was sealed under the CA Clean Slate Act (SB 731) for licensing purposes?
05 May 2025
Q&A
3407 day Time credits on a 10 year sentence how to find out what error the P.D made on the abstract of judgement n how to fix it
10 May 2025
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How can this be dismissed
09 May 2025