Atlanta Family Law Attorney

Ashley brings fifteen years of legal experience to her practice, with a focus on family law for the past thirteen years. Prior to establishing her own law firm, she gained valuable experience at some of Atlanta's top family law firms. Having personally experienced the challenges of divorce as a child of separated parents, Ashley is committed to facilitating amicable resolutions that allow parties to maintain a civil relationship post-case. Recognized for her positive working relationships with peers and esteemed reputation within the family law community, Ashley's approach fosters settlement and amicable outcomes for her clients. Known for her straightforward and honest advice, Ashley also provides genuine compassion and support to her clients. In every case, she endeavors to optimize outcomes for clients while minimizing both financial and emotional costs. Additionally, Ashley is trained as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL), advocating for the best interests of children in contested custody cases. Originally from Marietta, Georgia, where her parents still reside, Ashley embraces in-town living and currently calls the Morningside neighborhood in Atlanta home. Beyond her legal pursuits, Ashley finds joy in travel, live music, outdoor activities, and quality time with her daughter and husband—a fellow family law attorney in the Atlanta area.

Education

• Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, J.D., 2008
• University of Georgia, B.A., 2005

Bars

• Georgia Bar Associations
• Atlanta Bar Association
• Cobb County Bar Association

Associations

• Former Chair of the Family Law Section of the Atlanta Bar Association
• Former Co-Chairman of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers Division
• Former Chairman of Atlanta Bar Association's "Brews for Tunes" annual fundraiser
• Member of the Family Law Section, State Bar of Georgia
• Member of the Family Law Section of the Atlanta Bar Association
• Member of Lawyers Club of Atlanta
• Volunteer Lawyer for the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation (AVLF)

Practice Areas

• Family Law
• Adoption
• Child Custody
• Child Support
• Divorce

HONORS & AWARDS

• Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine, 2022
• Rising Star in Family Law, Atlanta Magazine and SuperLawyers.com, 2014, 2022
• Clients Choice Award, AVVO.com, 2020
• Top 10 Family Lawyer Under 40, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
• 10 Best Attorney Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
• Award of Achievement for Outstanding Service to the Profession, State Bar of Georgia
• Graduate of the Young Lawyers Leadership Academy, State Bar of Georgia
• Graduate of the Institute of Family Law Associates, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Chicago

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