On Monday, August 11, 2025, a Panel of the Michigan Attorney Discipline Board issued a notice announcing that attorney David J. Gilbert has been placed on inactive status. The decision follows a petition filed by the Grievance Administrator, citing that Gilbert is incapacitated and unable to continue practicing law due to a mental or physical condition.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of David J. Gilbert,” with case no. 25-19-PI.
The hearing took place on July 28, 2025, at which Gilbert consented to being transferred to inactive status. This decision allows him to focus on winding down his legal practice.
As part of the agreement, Gilbert has also committed to assist the State Bar of Michigan’s Client Protection Fund should any claims arise from clients affected by his situation.
The Panel’s order stipulates that Gilbert’s law practice license will remain inactive until further notice from the Attorney Discipline Board.
According to Avvo.com, Mr. Gilbert is a criminal defense attorney in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. He attended the Thomas M. Cooley Law School, graduating in 1998. He acquired his law license in Michigan in 1999.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
