Atty. David Matthew Ashton

Atty. David Matthew Ashton

Mr. David Matthew Ashton is a lawyer practicing government, appellate practice, criminal and 6 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (501) 248-1161 Book Appointment

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About David Matthew Ashton at a glance

David Matthew Ashton is an Asst. Atty. Gen., Office of the Atty. Gen. based in Austin, Texas. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, consumer, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Texas Western District Court Texas Eastern District Court Texas Southern Dist (2001). Educated at University of Texas at Austin School of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1997). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Matthew Ashton is a lawyer practicing government, appellate practice, criminal and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • David practices in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Matthew Ashton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Matthew Ashton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Austin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Matthew Ashton

Where is David Matthew Ashton's law office located?
David Matthew Ashton's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Matthew Ashton handle?
David Matthew Ashton focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, consumer, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Matthew Ashton practiced law?
David Matthew Ashton has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did David Matthew Ashton go to law school?
David Matthew Ashton earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact David Matthew Ashton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin School of Law
- 2000
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court Texas Western District Court Texas Eastern District Court Texas Southern Dist
Admitted: 2001

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