Atty. Erin Boyd Ashwell

Atty. Erin Boyd Ashwell

Erin Boyd Ashwell is a lawyer practicing federal civil litigation, education law, appellate practice and 1 other area of law. Erin received a A.B. degree from Harvard College in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Roanoke Roanoke 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Erin Boyd Ashwell at a glance

Erin Boyd Ashwell is an Associate based in Roanoke, Virginia, practicing at Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on litigation, education, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (2006), Virginia (2010), and U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Cir (2010). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2006) and Harvard College (A.B., 2002). Active member of Secretary, Roanoke Bar Association Virginia State Bar State Bar of California Virginia Women Attorneys Association, Roanoke Chapter. Serands clients in Roanoke, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Erin Boyd Ashwell is a lawyer practicing federal civil litigation, education law, appellate practice and 1 other area of law
  • Erin received a A.B. degree from Harvard College in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Erin practices at Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black in Roanoke, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Erin Boyd Ashwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Erin Boyd Ashwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Roanoke are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Erin Boyd Ashwell

Where is Erin Boyd Ashwell's law office located?
Erin Boyd Ashwell's law practice is located in Roanoke, Virginia. The firm is Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erin Boyd Ashwell handle?
Erin Boyd Ashwell focuses on litigation, education, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Erin Boyd Ashwell practiced law?
Erin Boyd Ashwell has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Erin Boyd Ashwell go to law school?
Erin Boyd Ashwell earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (A.B., 2002).
How can I contact Erin Boyd Ashwell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2006
A.B.
Harvard College
- 2002

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2006
Virginia
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Cir
Admitted: 2010

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