2027 Fall Associates

For 70 years, our firm has been a trusted legal partner throughout North and South Carolina — delivering strategic defense, practical counsel, and results that matter. Across our five offices, we combine knowledge and experience with the resources and insight to manage complex claims and litigation efficiently. We believe the strongest defense is built on solid relationships and client engagement. Our attorneys are more than counsel. We stand beside clients at every stage of a dispute by offering clear guidance, focused strategy, and relentless advocacy. Clients trust us to protect their interests and show up when it matters most. What sets us apart is our commitment to true partnership. We invest deeply in understanding each client’s unique perspective, challenges they are facing, and their priorities, ensuring our counsel is practical and aligned with your business goals. We blend a legacy of steady, dependable advocacy with a collaborative multi-generational approach — where experience meets innovation and grit meets adaptability. This balance allows us to navigate complex claims with precision that enhances efficiency and outcomes. Our five offices across the Carolinas give us unmatched perspective. We understand the nuances of state and regional regulations and court practices, enabling us to craft defense strategies grounded in real-world environments. Civil litigation associates serve within the areas of insurance defense, professional liability defense and civil litigation. Workers’ Compensation duties include, but are not limited to, research, writing, contentions, evaluation letters, discovery, motions and other litigation support activities. Civil Litigation: Strong research and writing capabilities are a must. Practicing state license required. Workers' Compensation: Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal skills, have strong research, writing and verbal communication skills and be able to work independently. Practicing state license required. Physical Demands: Position requires sitting for more than 2/3 of the time Position requires ability to focus on a computer monitor for extended periods of time Position requires a small amount of bending and reaching to access supplies and equipment Position requires enough mobility to move from one area of the office to another at a moderate pace periodically Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds on occasion Work is performed in an office environment with a modest level of noise Work Environment: Indoor Office Setting Hybrid/Remote work available Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Life Short-term Disability Long-term Disability HRA FSA 401K Educational Assistance Pet Insurance Paid Holidays PTO Accrual Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may apply Only full-time employees eligible Hedrick Gardner is committed to the equal employment opportunity of all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Hedrick Gardner is committed to the equal employment opportunity of all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.