Hon. Anne Ashby

Judge Ashby shines in many roles: civil litigation strategist, trusted advisor, arbitrator, mediator, and problem-solver. In each role, she draws on her background as a trial lawyer and jurist to bring a unique combination of skills and outstanding value to her clients. She maintains a vibrant ADR practice, mediating as a Distinguished Credentialed Mediator by the TMCA. She is a Fellow of The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and is highly sought out as a neutral for various arbitration providers, including Judicial Workplace Arbitrations, Inc.

Ms. Ashby was “Of Counsel” with Shields Legal Group for 9 years from 2014-2023, bringing sympathetic listening learned from years on the bench to help provide strategic business insight and professional services to entrepreneurs and small to mid-sized Texas-based companies. Fine-tuned advice along with a trial strategy makes for a winning combination.

Anne has always held a humane spot for those who are elderly or disabled. She maintains a vibrant probate administration practice, attending to those less fortunate than others in the guardianship and ad litem arenas.

Judge Ashby is recognized as a dedicated guardian of the court, with a sterling reputation for fairness and equity. Specializing in complex civil litigation, The Honorable Anne Ashby was appointed to the 134th State District Court by Governor Bill Clements in 1989 and elected in 1990 and reelected in 1994 and 1998 on the Republican ticket. Previously, Judge Ashby was elected to the County Court at Law #3 in 1987, as well as served as Master/Referee of the 304th District Court from 1982-86 and as Assistant District Attorney under the leadership of Henry Wade from 1980-1982. She was honored with the ABOTA “Judge of the Year” Award in 2001, recognized by both plaintiffs and defendants in the trial bar. Judge Ashby brings “bench-wisdom” to the table in all endeavors.