Ashley Heltzel

About

Ashley Heltzel is the Senior Managing Paralegal at Estavillo Law Group, bringing more than a decade of experience in litigation, legal operations, and trial management. Drawing on extensive experience in civil, business, and real estate litigation, as well as preparing for and supporting complex trials, Ashley oversees the firm’s litigation workflows, case management systems, calendaring procedures, and operational processes to ensure attorneys and clients receive organized, efficient, and reliable support.

Before joining Estavillo Law Group, Ashley held litigation director and senior litigation management positions within multiple California law firms. In those roles, she supervised legal support teams, developed and implemented firmwide litigation procedures, and coordinated matters through every stage of litigation, from initial case assessment and discovery through trial. Throughout her career, Ashley has worked closely with attorneys in both state and federal court matters, managing complex discovery, drafting pleadings and other legal documents, conducting legal research, and providing hands-on support during trial proceedings.

Ashley earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Sciences, cum laude, from the University of California, Irvine, and an American Bar Association-approved Paralegal Studies Certificate from Fullerton College. Recognized for her leadership, organizational expertise, and commitment to excellence, Ashley is dedicated to supporting clients through complex litigation while ensuring each matter is handled with precision, efficiency, and careful attention to detail.