Ashley Shapiro has more than a decade of experience defending clients in criminal litigation, internal investigations and corporate compliance matters. A strong advocate and trial lawyer, she has experience at both the federal and state levels across many jurisdictions, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. She has also presented numerous appeals to the Third Circuit.

Ashley represents individuals and corporations in regulatory investigations and grand jury proceedings often involving securities and financial matters. She has deep knowledge of criminal law and strategically guides her clients before federal courts and regulatory bodies. Her representations also extend to the energy, health care and life sciences, and higher education sectors.

With extensive experience counseling clients in complex fraud cases, including those related to health care, bankruptcy and financial fraud, criminal tax violations and RICO matters, Ashley is often recognized for her even-keeled demeanor and matter-of-fact approach. Ashley has also defended clients in crimes in Philadelphia and New Jersey Municipal Courts. Further, she is well versed in handling administrative proceedings, such as Title IX investigations and matters related to student conduct.

Ashley is active in the legal community. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL), and is a member of the White Collar, CLE and Next Gen Committees. Ashley also serves as the co-chair of the Programming Committee for the Women’s White Collar Defense Association – Philadelphia Chapter, and she is mentoring co-chair of the Young Professional’s Committee of the National Chapter. Ashley is a member of the Criminal Law Committee for the Federal Bar Association in the Eastern District.