Ashley L. Falls

Ashley L. Falls is a Partner at Falls Legal and a distinguished advocate in employment law. She has represented thousands of employees in both individual and class actions across state and federal courts and before governmental agencies. Specializing in wage and hour litigation, Ashley has secured millions in back-pay wages and penalties for violations of labor laws, showcasing her commitment to defending employee rights.

Ashley’s career is marked by significant contributions to legal precedent, having served as lead counsel in South Carolina’s largest FLSA tip credit case, which culminated in a $2.7 million settlement benefiting over 3,500 service workers nationwide. Her appellate achievements include successful representations before the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Ashley graduated with a Juris Doctor from Charleston School of Law in 2008, where she received the CALI Award for the highest GPA in Advanced Legal Writing. She earned a Master’s degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the College of Charleston, which she completed in 2005 and 2003.

Beyond the courtroom, Ashley L. Falls is recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” for Employment Law by Best Lawyers in America (2023) and has been consistently listed as a Super Lawyer since 2017. Her roles include contributions to the South Carolina Bar’s Resolution of Fee Disputes Board and engagements as a speaker at national employment law conferences.

Ashley’s practice areas at Falls Legal encompass a broad spectrum, including but not limited to class and collective actions, Title VII cases, and FLSA violations, making her a versatile litigator and a trusted advocate for workers’ rights.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Falls Legal LLC
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association
• Member, Charleston County Bar Association
• Member, South Carolina Bar

Licensed State

• South Carolina

Education

• Charleston School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• College of Charleston
  Bachelor of Arts (AB)
• College of Charleston
  Master of Public Administration (MPA)

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