“Ashley Andrews exemplifies the qualities of an exceptional family lawyer, combining accomplished advocacy with a genuine commitment to helping families find constructive paths forward. Whether guiding clients through complex litigation, mediation or Collaborative Divorce, she brings strategic insight, compassion and an unwavering focus on achieving solutions that protect both immediate interests and long-term relationships. Her dedication to professional excellence, community service and client-centred representation has earned her the trust and respect of those she serves.”

Fantastic Lawyers® Editorial 2026

Ashley Andrews is the founder and owner of Ashley A. Andrews, APC, a California family law practice serving clients throughout Southern California. Since beginning her family law career in 2008, she has represented individuals in hundreds of divorce and family law matters, ranging from amicable settlements to complex, high-value litigation involving significant assets and challenging family dynamics.

Alongside her litigation practice, Ashley has established herself as a highly trained mediator and Collaborative Divorce attorney, helping families resolve disputes constructively while preserving relationships wherever possible.

What Ashley Andrews Does

Ashley advises clients across a broad range of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and dissolution of marriage
• High net worth divorce
• Collaborative divorce
• Family law mediation
• Prenuptial agreements
• Complex property and financial disputes
• Business ownership issues in divorce
• Child-related family law matters
• Settlement negotiations
• Family law litigation and trial advocacy

She represents clients from all walks of life, including professionals, business owners and high net worth individuals with substantial personal, business and investment assets.

Why She Stands Out

Ashley believes that every family law case deserves an approach tailored to the people involved. While she is an experienced trial lawyer who has successfully represented clients in lengthy court proceedings across multiple California counties, she is equally passionate about helping families avoid unnecessary litigation through mediation and Collaborative Divorce.

Between 2021 and 2025, Ashley completed more than 150 hours of specialist training in mediation and Collaborative Practice, further strengthening her ability to guide clients towards constructive, cost-effective solutions.

Experience in Complex Family Law Matters

Since entering private practice in 2008, Ashley has handled hundreds of family law cases involving a wide range of financial and personal issues.

Her work includes representing clients in multi-week trials across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, as well as advising on matters involving substantial business interests, complex investment structures, trusts, retirement assets and significant real estate portfolios.

She regularly works alongside forensic accountants, tax specialists, business lawyers, estate planning professionals, patent attorneys and mental health experts to help clients navigate particularly complex cases.

Early in her career she assumed responsibility for the family law practice of a respected Certified Family Law Specialist, gaining immediate experience in highly challenging matters, including high net worth prenuptial agreements, sensitive divorces involving public figures and complex contested litigation.

Trusted by the Courts and Profession

Ashley’s standing within the family law community is reflected by her numerous professional appointments.

She serves as a Daily Settlement Officer for the Pasadena Family Court, assisting parties in resolving disputes before trial. She also serves on the Board of Directors of Collaborative Practice California and the Pasadena Bar Association while remaining an active member of Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Orange County.

These appointments recognise both her legal knowledge and her ability to facilitate fair, balanced and practical outcomes.

Committed to Community Service

Community service has been a constant throughout Ashley’s career. She has dedicated hundreds of hours to volunteer work and pro bono legal services, supporting organisations focused on access to justice, family law and community wellbeing.

Her leadership roles have included service with the Pasadena Ronald McDonald House, Rotary Clubs in Arcadia and Monrovia, the Boys & Girls Club of the Foothills, the Santa Anita Family YMCA and Loyola Law School Alumni Association. She has also volunteered with the Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law and the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Domestic Violence Project.

Today she continues to support the legal and business communities through leadership roles with ProVisors Pasadena 6 and other professional organisations.

A Collaborative and Practical Approach

Ashley recognises that family law disputes are often among the most difficult experiences clients will face. She focuses on clear communication, practical advice and solutions that protect both legal rights and long-term family relationships wherever possible.

When settlement is achievable, she works diligently to negotiate durable agreements. When litigation is necessary, she is an experienced courtroom advocate prepared to protect her clients’ interests.