Associate Attorney

Ashley Baadsgaard

Ashley Baadsgaard is dedicated to guiding clients through some of life’s most personal and challenging legal matters. She combines thoughtful advocacy with a compassionate, client-centered approach, ensuring that each client feels supported, informed, and empowered throughout the legal process.

Practice Areas

Divorce

80e%

Family

20%

Ashley earned her Juris Doctor with a Concentration in Child Rights from the University of San Diego School of Law and was admitted to the California Bar in 2025. Before transitioning to a career in law, she spent 10 years working as a teacher and volunteering as an advocate for survivors of abuse. This background gives her a unique depth of experience working with families, as well as a strong sense of empathy and understanding that she brings to every case.

Known for her kindness, strong advocacy, and ability to connect with clients, Ashley is committed to helping families navigate difficult transitions with clarity and confidence. Outside of her legal practice, she enjoys playing the piano, reading, weightlifting, and spending time with her busy blended family.

Recent Posts From The Team

two kids standing in front of 2 adults who are looking of into the distanceAdoptionsPost-Adoption Relief: Modifying or Invalidating an Adoption Order
August 28, 2026

Post-Adoption Relief: Modifying or Invalidating an Adoption Order

Adoption is designed to create permanency. Once finalized, an adoption order establishes a legal parent-child relationship that is intended to be stable, enduring, and protected from future disruption. But what…
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Dependency Court vs Family Court Custody — Why They Are Completely Different

When parents face custody issues in California, one of the most important distinctions—yet one of the least understood—is the difference between dependency court and family court. At a glance, both…
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August 18, 2026

How Judges Evaluate Parental Insight and Accountability in Custody Cases

Child custody cases often involve deeply personal and emotional issues for families. Parents may feel that the court is focused solely on schedules, allegations, or parenting disputes. However, experienced family…