Ashley Oakey

Attorney Ashley Oakey

Ashley Oakey is a personal injury attorney at The Levin Firm who helps injured people in Greater Philadelphia seek compensation and move forward after an accident. Her practice areas include car crashes and slip-and-fall/trip-and-fall accidents, and she’s responsible for many of The Levin Firm’s multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements. 

What gives Ashley an edge is her unique background, which includes defending insurance companies and handling hundreds of cases as a Philadelphia public defender. That experience and legal savvy help her understand both sides of a case and advocate for her clients.

Why Ashley Oakey Chose to Represent Injured People in Philadelphia

Ashley is passionate about standing up for people hurt by someone else’s negligence. Her work focuses on helping injured clients hold the responsible parties accountable and pursue the compensation they need.

She began her legal career defending people facing criminal charges in Philadelphia. As an Assistant Public Defender, Ashley tried hundreds of cases, from misdemeanors to felonies. She later represented injured clients as a trial attorney at one of Philadelphia’s largest personal injury firms before joining The Levin Firm.

Today, Ashley brings that courtroom experience to people facing the challenges of an injury claim. Her background gives her a strong foundation to present cases and advocate on their behalf.

How Insurance Defense Experience Helps Her Clients Push Back on Low Offers

Her experience working at an insurance defense firm gives her insight into how insurers and their attorneys challenge legal claims. Ashley knows an insurance company’s offer isn’t necessarily the final word on what an injury claim is worth, so she puts that knowledge to work for injured people.

Understanding the other side’s approach helps Ashley recognize arguments that may limit compensation. That perspective can help her push back against a lowball offer and build a stronger case for her client. Her goal is to help clients pursue fair compensation, whether through a settlement or a trial verdict.

Preparing Cases for Arbitration Hearings and Jury Trials in Philadelphia County

When an injury claim cannot be resolved through settlement, clear evidence and a well-prepared case matter. Whether a Philadelphia County dispute goes to arbitration or a jury trial, the plaintiff’s side must explain what happened, who was responsible, and how the injury affected the person seeking compensation to win. Ashley’s experience trying hundreds of criminal cases taught her to present a client’s position in court, while her later work as a personal injury trial attorney built on that foundation.

She also understands how defense attorneys may challenge an injury claim. Together, these experiences help Ashley approach a case from both sides: presenting her client’s position while anticipating the arguments against it.

Super Lawyers Rising Star with State and Federal Court Admission

For six straight years, Ashley has been selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars – an annual prestigious peer-nominated list that recognizes excellence in the legal profession – for her work in plaintiff personal injury law. 

Ashley is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. 

She earned her law degree from Widener University School of Law in 2012, graduating with a certificate in Trial Advocacy. During law school, Ashley participated in the Moot Court Honors Society and served on the Student Bar Association Executive Board. Before pursuing law, she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing from James Madison University.

What Clients Have Said About Ashley Oakey and The Levin Firm

“After my car accident, their team stepped in quickly and handled everything professionally. I felt supported throughout the entire process.”

– Tariqul I.

“After my fall injury, they provided clear guidance and strong representation. I felt confident throughout the case.”

– Bam H.

“Outstanding attorney who handled my personal injury claim with honesty and professionalism. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.”

– Victoria M.