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08/21/26  |  News and Events

North Carolina Workers’ Comp Update

On August 7th, the Commission launched their redesigned website, you can access it at the same URL – ic.nc.gov Soon, Attorneys will have online access to North Carolina Industrial Commission files via

08/20/26  |  News and Events

31 Hedrick Gardner Attorneys Included in 2027 Best Lawyers® Lists 

Hedrick Gardner is pleased to announce that 31 of our attorneys have been included in the 2027 Best Lawyers® lists. 28 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2027 edition of The Best

06/27/26  |  News and Events

Raleigh Partner Catherine Lee Appointed to North Carolina Bar Foundation Board

Raleigh partner Catherine Lee has joined the North Carolina Bar Foundation Board of Directors, beginning a three-year term on June 27th. The Foundation works to unite the legal profession’s talent and resources

05/29/26  |  News and Events

Hedrick Gardner Welcomes Two Attorneys to Raleigh Office

We’re excited to welcome two talented attorneys to our Raleigh office! Austin South joins our Workers’ Compensation practice bringing exuberance and a sincere approach to every matter he handles. Whether managing high-volume

05/13/26  |  News and Events

Duane Jones Honored as Leader in the Law by NC Lawyers Weekly

We are proud to congratulate Duane Jones, who was recently named among 19 lawyers statewide recognized as Leaders in the Law by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly. Duane is a Board Certified Specialist

05/12/26  |  News and Events

Hedrick Gardner Welcomes Four Attorneys to the Firm

We’re excited to welcome this group of skilled attorneys aboard! These associates bring an array of experience and backgrounds, all strong additions to the firm: Joining our Charlotte office:Rosie A. Escalante (Special

02/18/26  |  News and Events

8 Hedrick Gardner Attorneys Included in 2026 North Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

Hedrick Gardner is pleased to recognize five attorneys included in the 2026 edition of North Carolina Super Lawyers® along with three included in North Carolina Rising Stars®, both published by Thomson Reuters.

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