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Ashley J. Ward
Lead Litigator

About Ashley J. Ward, Lead Litigator

Family law is one of the most personal legal practices a lawyer can pursue, which is why Baltimore divorce attorney Ashley J. Ward chooses to practice it.

“The outcomes affect most, if not all facets of a person’s life,” Ms. Ward said.

Ms. Ward has dedicated her secondary and post-secondary education to mastering the art of family law advocacy and continues to grow her practice.

Ms. Ward has a passion for advocacy and the ability to direct her clients to the ultimate goal while staying focused and organized throughout the process.

“Family law is difficult because you are dealing with good people at their lowest,” she said. “You need an attorney who is understanding, provides transparency and is a strong advocate; an attorney that will keep you focused and navigate you through the murky waters of the divorce and custody process.

“I take pride in providing that type of excellent service to my clients.”

 

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Licenses

Ms. Ward is licensed to practice in Maryland.

Education

Ms. Ward graduated Magna Cum Laude from Stevenson University with her Bachelor of Science in legal studies with a minor in history. She earned her Juris Doctor from William & Mary Law School.

Professional Experience

Prior to joining Cordell & Cordell, Ms. Ward practiced insurance defense family law, personal inquiry, worker’s compensation and general civil litigation matters at a small law firm.

During college, Ms. Ward worked at a boutique family law firm as a paralegal.

Associations

  • Maryland State Bar Association
  • Alliance of Black Women Attorneys
  • Baltimore City Bar Association
  • Harford County Bar Association

Awards

Ms. Ward was recognized in 2020, 2021, and 2022 as a Maryland Rising Star in the family law practice area by Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters rating service of outstanding lawyers. She has also been recognized on the 2024 Power List for Family Law in Maryland. Ms. Ward is an appointed member of the Trial Courts JNC District 4 for the State of Maryland for Harford County.

 

Real-Life Experiences
Reviews from Our Past Clients
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