Ashley B. Armstrong

Ashley B. Armstrong is an Assistant Professor of Legal Writing at St. John’s University School of Law. Her research focuses on refugee and human rights law, analyzing how countries use legal and physical barriers to restrict asylum-seekers. She also explores legal skills pedagogy, including generative AI and critical case briefing, and law student well-being.

Education:

• J.D., cum laude, Georgetown University Law Center (Transnational Legal Studies & Refugee/Humanitarian Emergencies certificates)
• LL.M. in Advocacy, distinction, Georgetown University Law Center
• B.A., Government, Cornell University (Phi Beta Kappa, International Relations concentration)

Professional Experience:

• Formerly taught at NYU Law School, Georgetown Law, and UConn School of Law.
• Former Director, Human Rights Institute and Human Rights Associates Program at Georgetown Law.
• Former COO, National Whistleblower Center (led Global Wildlife Whistleblower Program).

Awards & Affiliations:

• Recipient of Phi Beta Kappa, J.D. cum laude, and LL.M. distinction.
• Volunteer with UNHCR, Amnesty International, Human Rights First, and the Human Rights Foundation.

Research & Advocacy:

Her work critiques barriers to asylum in the EU and Americas, emphasizing non-refoulement and safe third-country frameworks. She also investigates ethical uses of AI in legal education and mental health initiatives for legal professionals.