I'Ashea Myles

I’Ashea is an experienced litigator, businesswoman and mother who left the private sector to start a legal career and begin to fill a need for passionate, effective, diverse advocacy in the Davidson County justice system. Under the tutelage of the Honorable Richard H. Dinkins, as his mentee and former summer clerk, I’Ashea learned to balance the demands and rigor of the profession while always making time to serve the community. From her experience working in the private sectors of New York City and Nashville, owning and operating a small business and representing clients in construction, business and real estate, she understands the challenges that business owners, employees and litigants face in a rapidly evolving business environment.

• A bench that is comprised of, incorporates and includes the diversity and lived experience of the community it serves is the only way to ensure that each person is treated fairly, equitably and impartially. Representation matters and restores faith in the law, and faith that the legal process is not just for the wealthy or, not just for the elite, but for everyone.
• I'Ashea would bring twenty (20) years of business and legal experience to the bench. It is that diverse experience and perspective that sets her apart from any other candidate in this field.
• The equal application of the law has been the central tenet of my legal career. As Chancery Court judge, I will apply the law equally, equitably and efficiently to every person, small business, and entity, no matter their race, ethnicity, creed, gender, socio-economic status or sexual orientation.

I am running because I am passionate about this Court and regularly practice in the Chancery Courts across the state. I've seen as a trial lawyer, I've sometimes seen our laws be applied in a manner that was inconsistent with the law or public policy around the law. People must have faith that our judicial system is blind, fair and impartial to all in order to believe that they will have a fair hearing. Until our Tennessee courts are comprised of all people, lady justices scales cannot be balanced and her eyes blind. I'm truly passionate about ensuring that everyone is treated with respect, grace and fairness no matter who you are.