Atty. Judith Ashton

Atty. Judith Ashton

Judith Ashton is a lawyer practicing employment law, discrimination law, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. Judith received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Washington Washington 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Judith Ashton at a glance

Judith Ashton is a employment, litigation, civil rights, and appellate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Judith Ashton is a lawyer practicing employment law, discrimination law, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Judith received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Judith practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Judith Ashton's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Judith Ashton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

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

Judith Ashton is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Judith Ashton is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in District of Columbia →

Appellate Practice

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

Judith Ashton is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Judith Ashton

Where is Judith Ashton's law office located?
Judith Ashton's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Judith Ashton handle?
Judith Ashton focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Judith Ashton practiced law?
Judith Ashton has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Judith Ashton go to law school?
Judith Ashton earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Judith Ashton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Judith Ashton received?
Judith Ashton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1973
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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