Ashley R. Hodges

Ashley R. Hodges is an associate at Hughes Hubbard & Reed, where she works out of the firm’s Paris and New York City offices.  Ashley’s practice focuses on government and internal investigations and cross-border compliance, including regulatory matters related to corruption, economic sanctions, money laundering, and fraud.  Ashley has represented U.S. and international clients across a variety of industries, with an emphasis on financial services, media, technology, and defense.  Ashley conducts investigations and complex due diligence on third-party service providers, acquisition targets, and joint venture partners worldwide, and she assists companies with enhancing compliance programs and navigating environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters.

In addition to her regulatory compliance and investigations practice, Ashley defends clients in high-stakes civil and criminal cases in federal and state courts as well as arbitral proceedings.  She has represented clients in actions initiated by the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission, and New York state prosecutors.  Among other engagements, Ashley has served as counsel to the Trustee in the SIPA liquidation of Lehman Brothers Inc., handling multi-million dollar unsecured general creditor claims against the estate concerning securities, contract, and employment disputes.

Ashley is committed to providing quality pro bono legal services, and she has successfully represented clients in immigration cases, administrative appeals, criminal proceedings, and family matters.

In addition to her practice, Ashley has served on various firm committees and task forces.