Ashley Ray

Ashley Ray is an Adjunct Professor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where she teaches Advanced Indian Law, Legal Methods, and Contracts. She is also a licensed attorney currently serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the Maryland Attorney General’s Office, specializing in environmental matters.

• Education
  • Bachelor's Degree from University of Florida
  • Juris Doctor with Native American Law emphasis from University of Idaho College of Law

Research and Professional Focus: Ashley's work centers on Native American law, tribal sovereignty, and environmental legal policy. Her notable publication addresses land rights conflicts within Indigenous communities, emphasizing cultural preservation over economic interests.

Professional Background: She has held roles as an Assistant Attorney General (Missouri), legislative analyst (Missouri House of Representatives), and attorney advisor (Washington, D.C. Executive Office of the Mayor). Her legal practice spans civil litigation, legislative analysis, and tribal consulting.

Personal Affiliations: As a citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, she actively collaborates with Pacific Northwest tribes. Outside work, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and rescue pets.