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01/05/26  |  News and Events

Hedrick Gardner Announces Attorney Promotions 

Hedrick Gardner is excited to announce the elevation of four attorneys across its offices.  “These four attorneys have demonstrated not just legal excellence, but the judgment and leadership qualities that define our firm’s culture, said Paul Lawrence, Managing Partner at

01/02/26  |  News and Events

Three Hedrick Gardner Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in 2026 Legal Elite

Congratulations to the following Hedrick Gardner attorneys selected for inclusion in Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite for 2026. M. Duane Jones – Appellate Catherine E. Lee – Employment Preston W. Rollero –

01/02/26  |  News and Events

Celebrating 70 Years of Excellence with a Forward-Looking Commitment

This year marks a significant milestone for our firm: 70 years of serving our clients with dedication, integrity, and exceptional legal knowledge and skill. As we commemorate Seven Decades of success, we’re

12/02/25  |  News and Events

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)Maintains $750.00 “Low Dollar” Reporting Threshold

The SMART Act requires CMS to annually review the costs associated with the collection of Medicare conditional payments and set forth a threshold amount applicable to settlements, judgements, awards, or other payments

11/10/25  |  News and Events

Ten Attorneys Join the Firm

We’re thrilled to welcome ten talented attorneys to Hedrick Gardner! These recent law school graduates bring diverse experiences and impressive accomplishments to our firm. Here’s just a glimpse of what they’ve achieved

11/10/25  |  News and Events

Hedrick Gardner Included in 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms

Hedrick Gardner is pleased to announce our inclusion in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®, published by Best Lawyers®.  The firm earned the following 15 metropolitan rankings:   Insurance Law Personal Injury

09/22/25  |  News and Events

NC Court of Appeals Affirms Board Client’s Decision Against General Contractor in License Violation Case

The NC Court of Appeals reached a favorable decision for firm client, the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors, represented by Grant Simpkins, Ryan Mitiguy, and Catherine Lee. The case involved

09/05/25  |  News and Events

Devalle Decision: NC Supreme Court Reinforces Candor Requirements in Occupational License Applications

Administrative Law attorney, Ryan Mitiguy, wrote an article that was published by ncbarblog.com discussing the significant ruling issued by the NC Supreme Court in Devalle v. N.C. Sheriffs’ Education & Training Standards

08/21/25  |  News and Events

25 Hedrick Gardner Attorneys Included in 2026 Best Lawyers® Lists 

Hedrick Gardner is pleased to announce that 25 of our attorneys have been included in the 2026 Best Lawyers® lists. 23 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2026 edition of The Best

05/13/25  |  Workers’ Compensation

Hidden Fees – The NC Second Injury Fund

No one likes hidden fees – especially when they show up after you thought a claim was fully resolved. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what can happen under North Carolina’s Second Injury Fund statute. Under N.C.