Ashley E Johnson

Ashley E. Johnson, a leading partner in Gibson Dunn’s Dallas office, is widely recognized for her exceptional command of high-stakes commercial litigation and appellate advocacy. With a reputation for strategic precision, persuasive courtroom presence, and unyielding commitment to client success, she delivers transformative results in complex disputes across Texas and beyond. From trial courts to the U.S. Supreme Court, Ashley crafts compelling arguments and sophisticated briefs that shape outcomes, earn client confidence, and set the standard for excellence in modern litigation.

Ashley is the co-chair of the firm’s ERISA Litigation practice group. She also practices in the firm’s Labor and Employment, Appellate and Constitutional Law, Litigation, and Antitrust and Competition practice groups. Before joining Gibson Dunn, she was a law clerk for the Honorable Clarence Thomas at the Supreme Court of the United States and the Honorable J. Michael Luttig on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

JD, Vanderbilt University, 2004. Bachelor of Science, Vanderbilt University, 2001.