Four attorneys at Hardison & Cochran have been recognized in the 2026 North Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars listings. Ben Cochran has been selected to the North Carolina Super Lawyers list for the 12th consecutive year for his work in personal injury and North Carolina workers' compensation law. Jack Hardison has earned his 4th consecutive selection to the North Carolina Super Lawyers list for his work in workers' compensation.
In addition, Michelle Dewkett-Kochhar has been named to the 2026 Rising Stars list for the second year in a row, and Joey DeMartin has been named to the Rising Stars list for the first time in his career. Super Lawyers recognizes outstanding attorneys through a rigorous selection process that includes peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations. Fewer than 5% of attorneys in the state are selected to the Super Lawyers list each year.
The recognition carries significant implications for clients seeking legal representation in North Carolina. With Super Lawyers using a comprehensive selection methodology, these honors serve as an independent validation of attorney quality and expertise. For individuals and businesses navigating personal injury or workers' compensation cases, such recognition provides a reliable benchmark when evaluating legal counsel.
Hardison & Cochran's consistent recognition across multiple attorneys suggests institutional strength in these practice areas. Ben Cochran's 12-year streak on the Super Lawyers list indicates sustained excellence that clients can depend on over time. The inclusion of both established attorneys and emerging talent like Joey DeMartin demonstrates the firm's commitment to developing legal expertise across generations of practitioners.
For the legal industry in North Carolina, these selections highlight the competitive landscape in personal injury and workers' compensation law. The recognition process conducted by Super Lawyers creates transparency about attorney quality, benefiting consumers who must make informed decisions about legal representation. The fact that fewer than 5% of attorneys receive this honor annually underscores its selectivity and prestige.
Hardison & Cochran is grateful for the recognition and proud to serve clients across North Carolina. The firm's website at https://www.hardisoncochran.com provides additional information about their legal services and attorney profiles. For those interested in learning more about the Super Lawyers selection process, details are available at https://www.superlawyers.com/about/selection_process.html.
The broader impact of such recognition extends to how legal services are evaluated and chosen throughout the state. When multiple attorneys from a single firm receive these honors, it signals to potential clients that they can expect consistent quality across the organization. This matters for individuals facing difficult legal situations who need assurance they're working with proven professionals.
