
Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde, Civil Rights Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation · 3.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratConstangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP
Austin, TX
Practicing civil rights in Austin since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 3.2 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Ashlee has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Austin, TX
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde: Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Ashlee has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ashlee takes on
Ashlee concentrates on civil rights, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ashlee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Civil Rights cases in Austin, Texas
Ashlee takes civil rights matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ashlee agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Austin, Texas
Ashlee takes employment matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ashlee agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Austin, Texas
Ashlee takes litigation matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ashlee agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde — civil rights lawyer in Austin
Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Ashlee has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ms. Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde is a lawyer practicing erisa litigation, employment & labor, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Ashlee received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years. Ashlee practices at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP in Austin, TX.
Ashlee's approach to civil rights cases
Ms. Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde is a lawyer practicing erisa litigation, employment & labor, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Ashlee received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years. Ashlee practices at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP in Austin, TX.
The kind of cases Ashlee takes
Ashlee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and litigation matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Emory University School of Law
J.D. · 1997
University of Virginia
B.A. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Ashlee's state bar admissions
Texas Eleventh Circu
2004 · ACTIVE
Georgia Georgia Nort
1997 · ACTIVE
Ashlee studied at J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.A. in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
Ashlee completed J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.A. in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ashlee runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ashlee has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde's office in Austin
Ashlee's primary office is at Building 3, Suite 3350, 8911 N. Capital of Texas Highway, Austin, TX, 78759. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP
Building 3, Suite 3350, 8911 N. Capital of Texas Highway
Austin, TX 78759
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Client reviews of Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde — 3.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ashlee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ashlee charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ashlee's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ashlee will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ashlee
Ashlee discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ashlee confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ashlee's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ashlee Jennifer Mann Ligarde
How much does it cost to hire Ashlee for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ashlee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ashlee offer a free consultation?
Ashlee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ashlee's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Ashlee's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Texas typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ashlee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ashlee take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Ashlee is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ashlee will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ashlee?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ashlee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ashlee accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Ashlee's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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