Patrick Ashby

Patrick Ashby focuses on high-stakes disputes involving complex commercial litigation, appeals, and sensitive regulatory matters. His work spans civil and criminal proceedings, international arbitration, and multi-jurisdictional conflicts. Clients rely on his clear judgment, steady approach, and ability to reduce complicated issues into direct, practical guidance for clients worldwide.

Patrick earned a Bachelor of Arts from Duke University, building a strong foundation in analytical reasoning and writing. He later completed a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia. During law school, he edited the Journal of Social Policy & the Law, strengthening his research, editing, and advocacy skills.

Patrick handles complex disputes at both trial and appellate levels, with experience across state, federal, and foreign forums. His matters often involve financial institutions, global businesses, and regulated industries. He regularly manages cross-border litigation, arbitration proceedings, and parallel investigations across highly regulated markets.

Patrick’s work has been recognized by Legal 500 US 2024 for Dispute Resolution: General Commercial Disputes. Client commentary highlights his ability to identify core issues quickly, deliver pragmatic advice, and remain highly prepared under pressure across challenging commercial environments.

Patrick has served as lead counsel in major antitrust and commodities actions, represented global energy and entertainment companies in multi-jurisdictional disputes, and advised financial institutions in investor litigation. He has also handled matters involving securities, financing transactions, and contested acquisitions, often balancing courtroom advocacy with negotiated solutions.

Patrick also advises organizations facing contentious regulatory inquiries, including investigations by federal, state, and foreign authorities. His experience includes False Claims Act matters, benchmark-rate reviews, and cross-border compliance issues. He is admitted in New York and before multiple U.S. District Courts and Courts of Appeals in fast-developing, high-exposure investigations.

Patrick Ashby remains active within the legal community through service on the Banking Law Committee of the New York City Bar and membership in the Federal Bar Council. Known for measured leadership and responsiveness, he brings focus and clarity to complex disputes while guiding clients through high-risk legal challenges with consistency, diligence, and sound judgment.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Linklaters LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• University of Virginia
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Duke University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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