Ashley Wardlow embarked on her academic journey at Chicago State University following the successful completion of her basic training in the United States Army Reserve. While serving as a Military Police Officer, Wardlow simultaneously pursued a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Criminal Justice, complemented by a minor in Spanish Linguistics. During her tenure at CSU, Wardlow’s research garnered recognition in analytical science publications, focusing on the extraction of targeted compounds from fruits and berries, revealing their potential benefits in treating Alzheimer’s Disease and its associated symptoms.Subsequently, Wardlow relocated to Miami, Florida, where she earned her second bachelor’s degree in Forensic Chemistry from Florida International University. She also earned a master’s in Forensic Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and completed her second master’s degree in Digital Forensics at the University of South Florida. While at FIU, Wardlow excelled as an MBRS RISE scholar and a McNair Fellow. Notably, she invented a paper microfluidic device with direct applications in Forensic Serology.A certified fraud examiner, Wardlow is a highly skilled private investigator renowned for her groundbreaking success in securing a marriage annulment based on immigration fraud in Illinois—becoming the first person in the state to achieve this. She brings her wealth of personal experience to assist clients on the intricate path to justice, leveraging her expertise in evidence collection through subpoenas, interviews, surveillance, and data extraction. Her collaboration with retired and active immigration officers gives her a deep understanding of the criteria used in suspected marriage fraud cases.Additionally, she holds a license as a private investigator in the State of Florida and has been featured on The Carol Powell Lexing Show Podcast and NPR’s Morning Edition.Driven by her passion for helping others and her extensive knowledge of the court system, Ashley Wardlow will soon be pursuing a law degree to further her ability to advocate for justice.Aside from her academic accomplishments, Ashley possesses an variety of talents from art to music. She enjoys helping others and loves to pass on the knowledge that she possesses. She is an avid animal rights activist who especially loves dogs and cats. Ashley is also an entrepreneur who is in the startup phase for several promising businesses such as a fraud consulting agency (Wardlow Consulting) and an Entertainment Company (Lets Live Entertainment).