People don’t imagine a lawyer’s office filled with pictures of every child they’ve represented – as a reminder of WHY they do what they do.
They don’t expect a lawyer to CARE this much.
But in my experience, these are the things that give me an edge in the courtroom. The things that allow me to connect with not just my clients, but with the jury I stand before…
People don’t imagine a lawyer’s office filled with pictures of every child they’ve represented – as a reminder of WHY they do what they do.
They don’t expect a lawyer to CARE this much.
But in my experience, these are the things that give me an edge in the courtroom. The things that allow me to connect with not just my clients, but with the jury I stand before…
But I always wanted to work with children.
In college, I studied psychology and advocated for changes to daycare regulations. But when I started at Cumberland School of Law, I saw something that blew me away: students my age dominating the courtroom.
The trial team became my heart and soul in law school, and when I passed the bar exam, I knew I wanted to be in a courtroom – not only sitting behind a computer.
I had clerked for Hare Wynn in law school, so I walked into the managing partner’s office and asked him to find a place for me. And he did.
I knew I brought something different to the table, and not just because I was the first female lawyer at the firm.
They gave me a test run: Most lawyers try their first cases with a senior attorney…but my first time in front of a jury – I was on my own.
That’s when the firm agreed that I needed to be in the courtroom.
These cases are heartbreaking. I know these parents just want their children to have the best possible quality of life.
And as a mother, I know that advocating for these families is essential.
I know what it feels like to be taken advantage of… what it feels like when someone makes you feel unworthy of being safe.
Ashley’s story of resilience and advocacy was recently featured by the Beautiful Humans Project in their short film, “Loving Me Unconditionally,” which explores strength, survival, and the power of empathy.
But there’s a certain type of power that comes from caring – a certain type of strength from being passionate.
When it comes to these cases, it isn’t about luck.
It’s about going ALL IN.
It’s about caring about the person you’re representing…about what they’ve suffered…
Ashley’s work in her clients’ cases has led to multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, and she has successfully argued in front of the Alabama Supreme Court.
Outside of the courtroom, Ashley is a passionate servant leader in her community. She is extremely active in her local and state bar association where she has served in a variety of leadership roles. She is very proud to be an alum of Leadership Birmingham.
Ashley mentors young lawyers and law students. She teaches Trial Advocacy and Jury Selection at Cumberland School of Law, which is nationally recognized for trial advocacy- giving back and training the trial lawyers of tomorrow to be fierce and compassionate advocates. She has also coached the Hoover High School Trial Team and HASS trial teams and has taught public speaking and critical thinking skills at Restoration Academy, a school for at-risk, inner-city children.
Ashley loves being the mother of her active and brilliant eight-year-old daughter, Charlotte. She enjoys traveling – especially with her sister – to different wine regions around the world.
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, J.D. (2010)
University of Florida, B.S. (2007)
Ashley speaks around the country on the topics of Trial Advocacy Skills, Jury Selection, Birth Trauma, Medical Negligence, and Motherhood as a Trial Lawyer.
Ashley speaks around the country on the topics of Trial Advocacy Skills, Jury Selection, Birth Trauma, Medical Negligence, and Motherhood as a Trial Lawyer.
”“Ashley Peinhardt is a fantastic attorney. She fought so hard for my case and was understanding and sympathetic. She checked on my family constantly and kept us updated on everything. Anyone who went through what I went through that is able to have her as their attorney will be so blessed. Not only do I view her as an extraordinary attorney – now I consider her part of my extended family.”
- Michele Williams
”“Ashley is truly an angel sent down from heaven!! She has blessed my family's lives in more ways than one. She is so caring, kindhearted, and concerned about their clients and about getting their client's needs met. She goes above and beyond to make it possible. I am so grateful that God placed this gifted, passionate, and remarkable lawyer in our lives. She will forever hold a special place in our lives and in our hearts! May she be continually blessed!!”
- L.R.
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