Ashley Sawyer

A trial lawyer with over a decade of experience, Ashley A. Sawyer has a broad-based practice focused on complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution. Ashley represents clients in state and federal court in intricate business disputes, employee non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, and partnership/shareholder disputes.

In addition, Ashley is a member of Akerman’s Cannabis Practice. In this capacity, Ashley provides sophisticated advice on the ever-evolving legal and business issues impacting companies with interests in the regulated substances industries, including medical marijuana.

Education :

• J.D., University of Florida Levin College of Law, 2004, magna cum laude, Journal of Law and Public Policy, Member, 2003 and 2004
• B.A., University of Florida, 2000, with honors

Bar Admissions : Florida

Court Admissions :

• U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
• U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
• U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida

Affiliations :

• Friends of Birch State Park, Inc., Board Member, Present
• Beaux Arts, Member, Present
• Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Ghost Light Society,
  • Founding Member
  • Annual Soiree Co-Host, 2014, 2016
  • Steering Committee Member, 2011-2012 and 2014-2015
  • Celebrate Committee Member, 2011-2013
  • Steering Committee Co-Chair, 2009-2011
• American Bar Association, Member, 2005-Current
• Leadership Broward, Class XXX, May 2012
• Broward County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section,
  • Executive Committee, Secretary, 2010-2011
  • Board of Directors Member, 2008-2011
• United Way of Broward County, Young Leaders Society
  • Executive Committee Member, 2006-2011
  • Leadership Luncheon Co-Chair, 2009-2011
  • Community Service Chair, 2006-2009