About
Alexandra Bachman is a skilled litigation attorney and partner at James, McElroy & Diehl (JMD), where she has practiced civil litigation for over five years. She represents clients across various disputes, including bodily injury and wrongful death, business litigation, construction disputes, debt collection, employment conflicts, professional negligence, and white-collar defense. With a strategic and client-focused approach, she develops practical legal solutions tailored to each case.
Alexandra earned her Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina School of Law in 2019, serving as a Note Editor for the First Amendment Law Review. Her article, “WTF? First Amendment Implications of Policing Profanity”, was published in 2018 and received the James R. Cleary Prize, recognizing outstanding legal scholarship in media law and policy.
Before law school, Alexandra graduated cum laude from the University of Delaware with dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Languages, Literature, and Cultures. Her academic background in language and communication informs her ability to break down complex legal issues into clear, straightforward guidance for her clients.
Alexandra is a trial lawyer who handles high‑stakes litigation in North Carolina state and federal courts. She is admitted to practice in North Carolina and in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina. Known for her efficient case strategies and cost‑conscious legal solutions, Alexandra focuses on guiding clients through complex legal disputes with clarity and practical, results‑driven representation.
Alexandra’s expertise has earned her multiple recognitions, including being named in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for Commercial Litigation (2021-2025), Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs (2023-2025), White-Collar Criminal Defense (2024-2025), and Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs (2024-2025).
Alexandra remains actively engaged in the legal community as a member of the Mecklenburg County Bar Association and the North Carolina Bar Association. She continues to provide strategic representation for businesses, professionals, and individuals facing complex litigation challenges.
Law Office Affiliations
- Partner, James, McElroy & Diehl, P.A.
- Member, Mecklenburg County Bar Association
- Member, North Carolina Bar Association
Licensed State
- North Carolina
Education
- University of North Carolina School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.) - University of Delaware
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Awards & Badges


- Litigation
- Wrongful Death
- Construction And Development
- Debt & Lending
- Employee Benefits
- White Collar Crime




