Ashley Wood is a Utah family law attorney and the founder of Ashley Wood Law, P.C., based in Salt Lake City. She has devoted her career to helping families navigate divorce, custody, complex assett division, and the full range of matters that shape a family's future. She understands that these are not simply legal problems. They are among the most emotionally demanding experiences a person can face.
Her commitment to family law is rooted in a clear purpose: to ensure that clients understand their rights and options, and to lift the weight of legal uncertainty so they can focus on what matters most, themselves and their children.
Ashley brings a considered, deliberate approach to every matter, combining steady guidance with a clear strategy tailored to each client's circumstances. She believes every client deserves measured advice that protects what matters most while keeping their long-term interests in view, and clients work directly with Ashley from the first conversation through resolution to confirm their concerns are directly attended to. Rooted in Utah, her practice reflects a genuine connection to the communities and courts she serves.
She serves clients throughout Salt Lake City, the Wasatch Front, and across Utah, handling:
Ashley earned her J.D. from Roger Williams School of Law in 2005 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Utah, along with Basic Mediation and Domestic Relations Mediation certifications. She has been admitted to the Utah State Bar since 2006 and remains a member in good standing. Beyond her practice, she serves on the Board of Trustees of the Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake City, including terms as Vice President and President, and volunteers with the Utah court system.
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350 E 400 S, #262, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111
7 Client Reviews
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Posted by ROLLY | September 08, 2025
It's only 2 ladies and 1 part time assistant, weird hours too! BEWARE _
2 stars at best! Very poor at communication and negotiations. Extremely good at manipulation and "billable hours" ? WTF ! #terrible
Posted by Doug | September 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Run! They are terrible at giving expensive advice:(
My wife & I hired them to handle our divorce. We both wanted amical, quick and fair. We both wanted this to be pain-free and pleasant as we both were on the same page with wanting to part ways on this legal contract. Here we are months later still trying to figure this out as this attorney has bee...
Posted by Mi | October 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Poor communication and service
I had an international family law case. I would have preferred a lawyer not taking the money they way she did, as the experience and practice not in international family law was not present, instead of taking a case and then having me do some of the work as it was in a different language. Poor exp...
Posted by Laurie | March 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I would highly recommend BartonWood to anyone in need of a family law firm.
Working through my divorce with Ashley and Brooke made the whole awful process a lot more tolerable. They worked quickly and efficiently and always responded to my calls and emails immediately. Ashley is always calm and level headed and was never ruffled by my ex's crazy antics. I really appreciat...
Posted by Amy | November 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Guidance and Honesty
Ashley Wood is amazing. I hired her for assistance with my relocation case. She is very knowledgeable in family law and has a passion for what she does. She is very attentive and prompt in all of my encounters with her. I appreciate how she listens to my concerns and is very honest with me in what ca...
"I endorse this lawyer highly! Ashley is so very bright, hardworking and careful to manage her client's resources, needs and expectations. She is an outstanding attorney."
Divorce and separation lawyer
2021
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2020
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2019
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2018
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2017
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2016
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine
2026 - Present
Family Law Attorney | Founder, Ashley Wood Law, P.C., Ashley Wood Law, P.C.
2017 - 2026
Partner, BartonWood
2006 - 2017
Attorney, Barton Law Office
2024 - 2026
Legal Aid Society of Salt LakePast President
2022 - 2024
Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake CityVice President
2005
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Bachelor of Science (BS),
English