How much does it cost to hire Ashley for a legal case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ashley walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Ashley offer a free consultation?

Ashley charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ashley's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Ashley's current terms during booking.

How long do legal cases in North Carolina typically take?

Simple legal matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ashley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Ashley take my case if I'm outside Charlotte?

Ashley is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ashley will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Ashley?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ashley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Ashley accepting new legal clients right now?

Ashley's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Ashley Oldfield — Attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina

Over 6 years of legal practice

AssociateatRayburn Cooper & Durham, P.A.

Charlotte, NC

Practicing law in Charlotte since 2020.

6+: Years practicing
2: Bar admissions

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Ashley Oldfield is an associate based in Charlotte, NC. Ashley has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rayburn Cooper & Durham, P.A..

Based in: Charlotte, NC
Experience: over 6 years
Known for: legal services

Over 6 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Biography

About Ashley Oldfield — Over 6 years of North Carolina legal experience

Ashley Oldfield is an associate based in Charlotte, NC. Ashley has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rayburn Cooper & Durham, P.A..

Ashley Oldfield is an associate who practices in the firm’s civil litigation and bankruptcy groups. She is admitted to practice in all of the state and federal courts in North Carolina and in state court in South Carolina.

Ashley is passionate about achieving the best results for her clients. Her litigation practice encompasses a variety of matters, including litigation relating to shareholder and member disputes, trade secrets, fiduciary duties, unfair trade practices, commercial lease disputes, and homeowners’ associations. She has argued numerous motions, served as counsel in multiple jury trials, and has successfully defended a number of appeals in state and federal court. In her bankruptcy practice, Ashley helps clients find the best path forward when their business is in crisis, whether that involves creditor negotiations or a Chapter 11 filing, including under Subchapter V.

Ashley is also committed to giving back to the community. She maintains a pro bono practice volunteering with Legal Aid and the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy and is actively involved in her local and state bar associations.

Prior to attending law school, Ashley taught high school English and worked in the accounting department of a law firm. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, running, and growing lots of vegetables.

HONORS AND AWARDS

Young Lawyer of the Year, Mecklenburg County Bar Young Lawyers Division (2023-2024)

Mecklenburg County Bar Leadership Institute, Class of 2024

Business North Carolina’s “Legal Elite” in Bankruptcy Law (2024); Young Guns (2025)

North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society, 2022

PUBLICATIONS

Rayburn Cooper & Durham, P.A.’s Business Court Blast, regular contributor

Eliminating Food Deserts: No Simple Recipe for Success, 13 Wake Forest J.L. & Pol’y 47 (2023)

Niz-Chavez v. Garland: Pereira Groundhog Day, Wake Forest L. Rev. Current Issue Blog (May 27, 2021)

Pereira v. Sessions: The Supreme Court’s Call for Common Sense, 55 Wake Forest L. Rev. 415 (2020)

SPEAKER

Eyeing the Competition: Non-Competes, Trade Secrets, and the FTC’s Proposed Non-Compete Rule, 12th Annual North Carolina Business Court CLE, November 2024

Panelist, Young Lawyers Division Panel, Professionalism for New Attorneys CLE, May 2025

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Bailey Middle School, School Leadership Team, 2021-2022

ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

Mecklenburg Bar Foundation Board of Directors, Class of 2024; Class of 2027

Mecklenburg Bar Foundation Development Committee, 2021-2024; Vice Chair, 2022-2023; Chair, 2023-2024

Mecklenburg County Bar YLD Community Service Committee, 2021-2024; Co-Chair, 2022-2024

Mecklenburg Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, Secretary/Treasurer, 2024-2025

North Carolina Bar Association YLD Law Week/Liberty Bell Committee, 2022-present

North Carolina Bar Association Business Law Council, Young Lawyers Division Liaison, 2022-2023

William Bobbitt American Inn of Court

Women Lawyers of Charlotte

The kind of cases Ashley takes

Ashley reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Charlotte and the surrounding North Carolina area.

Credentials

Ashley Oldfield's legal education and bar admissions

Wake Forest University School of Law
J.D. · 2020
Johnson University
B.S. Literature · 2005

Jurisdictions

Ashley's state bar admissions

South Carolina
2022 · ACTIVE
North Carolina
2020 · ACTIVE

Ashley studied at J.D. in Wake Forest University School of Law and B.S. Literature in Johnson University.

Law school and academic background

Ashley completed J.D. in Wake Forest University School of Law and B.S. Literature in Johnson University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ashley runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Ashley Oldfield's office in Charlotte

Ashley's primary office is at 227 W. Trade Street, Suite 1200, Charlotte, NC, 28202-1672. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Rayburn Cooper & Durham, P.A.

227 W. Trade Street, Suite 1200

Charlotte, NC 28202-1672

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Hiring guide

How to hire Ashley Oldfield — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ashley usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Ashley charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ashley's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ashley will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a legal attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ashley

Ashley discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every legal matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ashley confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Ashley's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Ashley Oldfield

How much does it cost to hire Ashley for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ashley walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ashley offer a free consultation?
Ashley charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ashley's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Ashley's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple legal matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ashley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ashley take my case if I'm outside Charlotte?
Ashley is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ashley will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ashley?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ashley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ashley accepting new legal clients right now?
Ashley's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.