Ashley Meagen Eckert

Ashley Meagen Eckert

4.9
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning

300 S. High Street, West Chester, PA

About Ashley

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 88%

divorce, custody, spousal support, child support, alimony, pre- and post- nuptial agreements, modification of current orders

18 years

88%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 17 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Eckert Ginty & Legg LLC

300 S. High Street, West Chester, PA, 19382

Eckert Ginty & Legg LLC

3504 Lincoln Highway, Thorndale, PA, 19372

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Ashley Meagen Eckert's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Olha | June 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best law firm in Chester County in my opinion

I needed an attorney for my divorce and custody cases and one of my coworkers advised me go to Ashley. Thank you Lord that you guided me to her. Ashley navigated me through entire process, prepared me for each hearing in court. I went to court with confidence, I knew that Ashley will fight for me and... the justice in my super difficult divorce! She won each case and I have got the best result! Thank you Ashley!!! I would highly recommend her as an attorney! Extremely professional!

Posted by Kelly | June 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The Absolute Best!!

My words will not do justice in explaining the exceptional support and representation Ashley Eckert provided during one of the most difficult times in my life. Having her by my side made all the difference! From our first meeting, Ashley was compassionate, knowledgeable, and completely dedicated t...o my case. She took the time to learn all of the ins and outs of my situation, along with my values and end goals. Her guidance was clear, strategic, and always in my best interest. Even when things got unpleasant, Ashley remained calm, professional, and fiercely advocated for me. I even appreciated the humor we were able to find along the way. Thanks to Ashley’s hard work, I was able to reach a fair and favorable outcome. More importantly, I felt heard, supported, and empowered throughout the process. I was treated like family by Ashley (and Lindsay). I highly recommend Ashley Eckert to anyone in need of a skilled and compassionate divorce attorney. She truly goes above and beyond!

Posted by Jacqueline | February 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Woman to Woman

I worked with Ashley Eckert through my divorice. She and her staff (shoutout Lindsay!), were amazing. Prompt, thorough, responsive and provided clarity when needed (and I definitely needed it). I never felt like "another case". Ashley made things seem easy during quite an emotionally tumultuous time ...for me and I cannot recommend her enough.

Posted by Jasmine | February 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Ashley is Phenomenal

I had the pleasure of working with Ashley over the past year and half. She is Phenomenal in every way attentive, kind, proactive and caring; A passionate beast in her career! I highly recommend Ashley EVERYTIME I’m asked “who helped you with your custody case?” The best, Ashhhhhley Eckert lol. Han...ds down! My family and I are forever thankful

Posted by Vincent Fanning | February 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Representation and Advocasy

Excellent representation! Every detail of my divorce complaint and the process was thoroughly explained. Not only did Ms. Eckert and her staff represent me but ADVOCATED for me. When responses from the other party were not delivered in a timely manner, Ms. Eckert, again, advocating for me, applied th...e necessary pressure and legalities in order to facilitate and expedite the process. Timely, Professional, Detailed and a true advocate for clients. Thank You, Ashley!

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Ashley Meagen Eckert's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Dougherty

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ashley for many years as opposing counsel and as a fellow lawyer to consult with in family law matters. She has an excellent knowledge of the law in this area but more importantly the ability to use common sense to guide client's toward reasonable resolutions in very emotional matters."

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Wesley Legg

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ashley is a constant professional. She knows the law and also knows what is important to her clients. She knows the cost/benefit of this process, both emotionally and financially for her clients. I give my highest endorsement of Ashley as a Family Law Attorney."

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Denise Lamborn

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ashley is an attorney who always has the true best interests of her client at heart - whether that's litigating a case or settling out of court. She will "tell it like it is" and give you a realistic idea of what you can expect to achieve in your case. She is a compassionate and a zealous advocate and I wholeheartedly recommend her."

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Deborah Brand

Family lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Rabin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ashley Eckert is smart, experienced, and no-nonsense. I have referred a number of my clients to her for divorce and related matters, and they have all been very happy with her services. I endorse her highly."

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Denise Lamborn

Family lawyer

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Wesley Legg

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Dougherty

Family lawyer

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Deborah Brand

Family lawyer

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Barry Rabin

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner/Attorney, Eckert Ginty & Legg LLC

2013 - 2014

Adjunct Professor, Widener University School Of Law

2012 - 2023

Owner, Law Office of Ashley M. Eckert, LLC

2008 - 2012

Attorney, Rowe Law Offices, P.C.

2007 - 2007

Law Clerk, District Court 38-111

Associations

2012 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2013

Berks County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Pepe v. Pepe

Opposing party's preliminary objections denied.

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Education

2008

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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