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About Ashley Burkett, Esq.

Attorney, family law

A skilled and dedicated professional, Ashley Burkett provides the attention and expertise you need for your family law case. In an area of law that is often emotional, complex, and stressful, Ashley is a compassionate guide and zealous advocate.

Ashley graduated from UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law and has focused her practice in the areas of family law and juvenile dependency and delinquency. Committed to maintaining an ethical and transparent legal practice, Ashley founded Burkett Law, a very successful boutique family law firm. In 2025, Burkett Law and LBC Law Group merged to better serve the southern Nevada community. “Integrity First” is not just a tagline; it is a commitment to our clients.

Education (PENDING)

  • J.D., UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law - Inaugural class (2001)

  • D.M.A. (Doctor of Musical Arts), The University of Arizona (also M.M., Master of Music) - with Gary Cook

  • B.M., Northern Illinois University - with Rich Holly, Robert Chappell, Al O’Connor

Admissions & Practice (PENDING)

  • State Bar of Nevada

  • U.S. federal courts (including the District of Nevada)

  • Primary focus: Criminal Defense - DUI, domestic battery, drug offenses, and other misdemeanors and felonies; motion practice, negotiation, and trial.

Additional Background (PENDING)

  • UNLV Leadership (since 1989): Director of Percussion Studies; Associate Dean, College of Fine Arts; Professor of Percussion Studies.

  • International Program Design & Teaching: Committee Chair for the Master of Marimba degree at UNICACH (Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, Mexico); percussion faculty at UNAM (Mexico City) for two years.

  • Clinician & Performer: Active clinician for Yamaha, SABIAN, Grover, and Mike Balter; solo appearances across the U.S. and Mexico, and performances in England, France, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Australia, and Chile.

Community & Personal (PENDING)

Dean’s dual background, university leadership and courtroom advocacy shapes a practice grounded in preparation, clear communication, and steady client support. (Musically, he performs on a Yamaha 4900 Cadenza marimba, SABIAN cymbals, and Mike Balter Shadow Series mallets.)

Accolades (PENDING)

  • Super Lawyers® – Mountain States Rising Stars (including 2020: Civil Litigation-Plaintiff)

  • Nevada Business Magazine® – Legal Elite (2018: Business Litigation & Real Estate; 2019: Business Litigation & Corporate Law)

  • MYVEGAS Magazine – Top 100 Lawyers of the Year

  • Phi Alpha Delta – Society of Scholars

  • Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada - Pro Bono Volunteer of the Month (May 2020)

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