RALEIGH, NC — Hardison & Cochran, a prominent North Carolina law firm, has announced that three of its attorneys have been named to the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, a prestigious peer-reviewed recognition. The honorees include Benjamin T. Cochran, recognized in Workers' Compensation Law – Claimants for the 14th consecutive year; Jack Hardison, also in Workers' Compensation Law – Claimants, now in his 2nd year; and Rick W. Scott, in Criminal Defense: General Practice, marking his 7th consecutive year.
“We're proud of this recognition, but our focus remains where it has always been: helping our clients through difficult situations and giving them the best representation we possibly can,” said managing partner Benjamin T. Cochran. “People come to us when they're facing serious problems because of an injury, and those problems can have a real impact on their lives and their families. We take that responsibility seriously, and that commitment to our clients is what drives the work we do every day.”
The Best Lawyers in America is the oldest and most respected lawyer ranking service in the world, with a methodology based entirely on peer review. Lawyers nominated for consideration are voted on by currently recognized Best Lawyers within the same geographic and legal practice area, capturing the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about their colleagues' professional abilities.
Hardison & Cochran, headquartered in Raleigh with additional offices in Fayetteville, Greensboro, Wilmington, Greenville, and Dunn, has served clients across North Carolina for over 40 years. The firm concentrates on workers' compensation, personal injury, auto accident injury, Social Security Disability, and VA Disability law. Their team has earned a reputation for skillful representation and trusted guidance in life's most challenging moments.
This recognition underscores the firm's ongoing dedication to exceptional service and client advocacy. With multiple attorneys listed on The Best Lawyers in America and recognition by Best Law Firms for consecutive years, Hardison & Cochran continues to demonstrate its commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for its clients.


