Christine Cagnina

Christine Cagnina, Real Estate Attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina

Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Real Estate and Tax

CounselatMayer Brown LLP

Charlotte, NC

Practicing real estate in Charlotte since 1995.

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Christine Cagnina is a counsel based in Charlotte, NC. The practice focuses on Real Estate and Tax. Christine has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown LLP.

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Charlotte, NC
Experience
over 31 years
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Real Estate · Tax
  • Handles Real Estate and Tax matters from Charlotte, NC.
  • Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Christine Cagnina: Christine Cagnina is a counsel based in Charlotte, NC. The practice focuses on Real Estate and Tax. Christine has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Christine takes on

Christine concentrates on real estate and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Real Estate cases in Charlotte, North Carolina

Christine takes real estate matters in Charlotte, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christine agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Charlotte, North Carolina

Christine takes tax matters in Charlotte, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christine agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Christine Cagnina — real estate lawyer in Charlotte

Christine Cagnina is a counsel based in Charlotte, NC. The practice focuses on Real Estate and Tax. Christine has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown LLP.

Ms. Christine Cagnina is a lawyer practicing real estate, transfer tax, property tax and assessment challenges, tax and 2 other areas of law. Christine received a B.S. degree from University of Arizona in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Christine practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Charlotte, NC.

How Christine handles real estate matters

Ms. Christine Cagnina is a lawyer practicing real estate, transfer tax, property tax and assessment challenges, tax and 2 other areas of law. Christine received a B.S. degree from University of Arizona in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Christine practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Charlotte, NC.

The kind of cases Christine takes

Christine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate and tax matters in Charlotte and the surrounding North Carolina area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • DePaul University College of Law

    LL.M. Northwestern · 2001

  • University of Arizona

    B.S. · 1992

Jurisdictions

Christine's state bar admissions

  • North Carolina

    2008 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    1995 · ACTIVE

Christine studied at LL.M. Northwestern in DePaul University College of Law and B.S. in University of Arizona.

Law school and academic background

Christine completed LL.M. Northwestern in DePaul University College of Law and B.S. in University of Arizona. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christine runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Christine Cagnina's office in Charlotte

Christine's primary office is at 214 N. Tryon Street, Suite 3800, Charlotte, NC, 28202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Mayer Brown LLP

214 N. Tryon Street, Suite 3800

Charlotte, NC 28202

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Hiring guide

How to hire Christine Cagnina — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Christine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christine'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; Christine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 Christine

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every real estate 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. Christine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Christine Cagnina

  • How much does it cost to hire Christine for a real estate case?

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

  • Does Christine offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do real estate cases in North Carolina typically take?

    Simple real estate 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. Christine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Christine take my case if I'm outside Charlotte?

    Christine 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 — Christine 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 Christine?

    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. Christine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Christine accepting new real estate clients right now?

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

Areas served

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