Ashley was born and raised in New Mexico and attended the University of New Mexico where she earned her B.S. in Biochemistry with honors. A summa cum laude graduate from the University of New Mexico School of Law, Ashley clerked for the Department of Justice Office of International Affairs, Canada and English Speaking Carribean Team. She also clerked for a solo practitioner while in law school, where she developed a passion and dedication to client service and compassion.

In her free time, Ashley enjoys traveling, reading, playing console games, spending time with her friends and family, and she is currently working on getting her recreational pilot's license.