“Informed by my time as a general counsel, I approach every matter with a focus on what the client actually needs: clear answers, predictable costs, and a partner who values responsiveness as much as they do.”
With a focus on helping organizations navigate the complexities of the modern workplace, Ashley Sims advises clients on employment law and corporate strategy at both the local and international levels.
Ashley’s practice encompasses the entire lifecycle of employment, with particular depth in anti-discrimination compliance, EEOC representation, and executive compensation.
She provides strategic counsel on pay structure consulting and the development of robust employee handbooks, ensuring that her clients’ internal frameworks are both compliant and operationally sound. Additionally, Ashley is frequently engaged to lead sensitive internal investigations, providing a steady hand in high-pressure situations.
Transitioning from a background in trial work to serving as a multinational general counsel, Ashley has honed a proactive style of advocacy. She excels at identifying defensible positions in the early stages of a dispute, aiming to help her clients avoid the courtroom through strategic, preventative counseling.
At the foundation of Ashley’s practice is a commitment to high-level accessibility and a service model that prioritizes the client’s bottom line.
In her practice, Ashley draws her daily inspiration from her family. When she isn’t advocating for her clients, she is a dedicated volunteer with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), supporting children in the Dallas community. To find balance, she enjoys cooking, fitness, and reading.
Ashley’s practice centers on guiding organizations through the intricacies of employment law and internal investigations, ensuring that human resources structures and executive agreements are built to support long-term business stability.
Ashley has a proven history of navigating high-stakes legal challenges, from successfully resolving complex discrimination claims before they reach trial to guiding corporations through the logistical and legal hurdles of global expansion. Her experience includes conducting sensitive internal audits for various organizations and designing proactive compliance frameworks that protect both institutional reputation and the bottom line.
SMU Dedman School of Law, J.D., 2006
Southern Methodist University, B.A., 2003
State Bar of Texas
District of Columbia Bar*
State Bar of North Carolina*
State Bar of Virginia*
* Inactive
Member, Church of the Incarnation
Parent Volunteer, Dallas-area Schools
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for a child in foster care
Q: What drew you to join Condon Tobin, and what makes it home to you?
A: What drew me back to Condon Tobin was a firm culture that is increasingly rare, one defined by genuine camaraderie and a collaborative spirit. It is a professional home that allows me to perform high-level, sophisticated work within a supportive environment. Returning here felt entirely natural, providing a perfect foundation to grow my practice and serve my clients for the long term.