Ashley graduated from Oakland University with a degree in history and public relations. She attended law school at Western Michigan University Cooley Law School by night while working at an animal hospital by day. She began her professional career at Oakland Mediation Center, providing mediation services in the areas of family, civil, guardianship, probate, child protection, and special education law. After licensure, Ashley created the Low-Cost Legal Services Program at Oakland Mediation Center to provide affordable legal services to the community.
Ashley was director of the nonprofit program until she was appointed as an Attorney-Referee at the Washtenaw County Circuit Court in 2023. As an Attorney-Referee, Ashley conducted hearings on behalf of court judges and provided written recommendations and proposed orders. Ashley has a unique experience of judging based on the law and evidence. You can be sure you are working with an attorney experienced in the courtroom. Ashley returned to private practice and provides representation in high asset divorce, and probate and estate matters.
Ashley is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, and Probate and Estate Planning Section.
Media Mentions
- “Don’t let clients see mediation as a last resort”, Ingham County Legal News (January 30, 2020)
- “As a Lawyer” Live Event, Auburn Hills Public Library (September 18, 2021)
Community Involvement
- Secretary, Board of Directors, The Art Experience, Pontiac, Michigan
Education
- Western Michigan University Cooley Law School - J.D.
Bar Associations
- State Bar of Michigan
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