Nancy Litwak of Charlotte, North Carolina Passes Away — Distinguished Attorney and Community Advocate
CHARLOTTE, NC — The legal and broader professional community mourns the loss of Nancy Litwak, a highly respected attorney, civil litigator, and partner at Rosenwood, Rose & Litwak, PLLC. Recognized for her expertise in construction, business, and commercial litigation, Nancy’s passing represents the loss of a dedicated professional whose influence spanned courtrooms, professional associations, and community service organizations.
Early Life and Education
Born in Montgomery, Alabama, Nancy Litwak pursued a path defined by academic excellence and professional ambition. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Georgetown University in 2009, graduating Magna Cum Laude, before completing her Juris Doctor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law in 2012 as a Chancellors’ Scholar. These achievements reflected the discipline, commitment, and intellectual rigor that would characterize her legal career.
Licensed to practice law in both North Carolina and California, Nancy represented clients across multiple jurisdictions, showcasing her versatility and breadth of legal knowledge.
Professional Career
Nancy began her career at Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP in Orange County, California, where she handled civil defense litigation involving design and manufacturing defects, personal injury claims, breach of warranty cases, and business disputes. She later joined Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin, PLLC in Charlotte, refining her litigation expertise and building a reputation for strategic insight and dedication to clients.
As a partner at Rosenwood, Rose & Litwak, PLLC, Nancy specialized in:
- Construction litigation
- Business and commercial disputes
- Fraud claims
- Contract enforcement
- Product liability cases
- Personal injury matters
- Restrictive covenant disputes, including non-compete agreements
Her work encompassed all stages of litigation, from pre-suit negotiations and discovery to depositions, motions for summary judgment, arbitration, and jury trials. Nancy achieved significant victories, including summary judgments in complex multi-party disputes, jury verdicts in business and fraud cases, arbitration awards in breach of contract matters, and favorable appellate decisions.
Professional Leadership and Service
Nancy was a committed leader within the legal profession. She served as Vice Chair of the North Carolina Bar Association Construction Law Section (2025–2026), Secretary (2024–2025), and held numerous co-chair positions on CLE and membership committees. Additionally, she participated actively in the Bobbitt Inn of Court, the Mecklenburg County Bar Leadership Institute, and multiple bar associations in North Carolina and California.
Her dedication extended to community service, including volunteering as a pro bono appellate advocate for the North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program, advocating for vulnerable children and families.
Honors and Recognition
Nancy’s work was widely recognized. She received accolades including North Carolina Super Lawyers – Civil Litigation (2024–2026), Chambers and Partners Construction Law Band 3 (2024–2025), Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Super Lawyers Rising Stars, and inclusion in Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite – Young Guns. Her reputation for integrity, skill, and leadership was celebrated by peers and clients alike.
Mentorship and Education
A devoted mentor and educator, Nancy frequently presented CLE programs covering discovery disputes, complex business litigation, trial strategy, and emerging trends such as generative AI in litigation. She also supported future students through Georgetown University’s Alumni Admissions Program for Western North Carolina.
Life Beyond Law
Outside her professional life, Nancy was a devoted wife, mother, and community member. She valued family time, enjoyed reading, and passionately supported Alabama football and Georgetown basketball. Her commitment to balance, communication, and leadership informed both her personal and professional relationships.
Legacy and Remembrance
Nancy Litwak’s legacy is defined by legal excellence, ethical leadership, mentorship, community service, and compassion. Her passing is a profound loss for the Charlotte legal community and for all whose lives she touched.
Nancy will be remembered as a brilliant attorney, a trusted leader, and a devoted family member. Memorial service details or family statements have not yet been released. Her contributions to the law, clients, and community will continue to resonate, ensuring her enduring legacy of service and excellence.
