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Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran, Workers Comp Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina

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Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Hardison & Cochran.

Based in
Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
Experience
attorney
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Workers Comp
  • Handles Workers Comp matters from Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026).

About Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran: Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Hardison & Cochran.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran

Benjamin concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benjamin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Workers Comp cases in Raleigh, North Carolina

Benjamin takes workers comp matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benjamin agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran — Attorney of North Carolina workers comp experience

Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Hardison & Cochran.

Benjamin T. Cochran, a Board Certified Specialist in NC Workers’ Compensation Law, is the Managing Partner at Hardison & Cochran. Mr. Cochran’s undergraduate years were spent at UNC Chapel Hill where he obtained majors in Economics and African American Studies. He then went on to complete his Juris Doctorate degree at the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University.

In his time of representing the injured of North Carolina, Mr. Cochran has acquired many accolades which speaks to the level of legal representation he provides his clients. More notable ones include being selected by his peers for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America© in the field of Workers’ Compensation - Claimants from 2014-2023, listed in the North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine as a Rising Star honoree from 2010 to 2014 and then being listed in the same publication as a North Carolina Super Lawyer Honoree 2015-2022.

Mr. Cochran was also elected to a term on the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Section Council from 2011 to 2014.

Cochran's main area of practice is North Carolina Workers' Compensation Law. Mr. Cochran's Firm, which has offices in Raleigh, Greensboro, Fayetteville, Wilmington, Greenville and Dunn, handles all types of North Carolina Personal Injury and Social Security Disability cases.

How Benjamin handles workers comp matters

Benjamin T. Cochran , a Board Certified Specialist in NC Workers’ Compensation Law, is the Managing Partner at Hardison & Cochran . Mr. Cochran’s undergraduate years were spent at UNC Chapel Hill where he obtained majors in Economics and African American Studies. He then went on to complete his Juris Doctorate degree at the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University. In his time…

The kind of cases Benjamin takes

Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.

Credentials

Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran's legal education and bar admissions

  • Campbell University

    J.D. · 2002

  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Jurisdictions

Benjamin's state bar admissions

  • North Carolina, Nort

    ACTIVE

  • North Carolina, 10th

    ACTIVE

  • North Carolina, Wake

    ACTIVE

Benjamin studied at J.D. in Campbell University and — in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Law school and academic background

Benjamin completed J.D. in Campbell University and — in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran

Benjamin has received 19 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent. Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence. 2019

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AVMartindale Preeminent™ 4.5 out of 5 Peer Review Rating

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale Preeminent 4.8 out of 5 Client Review Rating

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Avvo Rating 10.0 Superb. Top Attorney Workers Compensation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2023 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2022 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2021 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2020 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2019 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2018 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2017 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2016 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2015 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America © 2014 in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent. Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence. 2019 (2026).

Locations

Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran's office in Raleigh

Benjamin's primary office is at 7340 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27615. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hardison & Cochran

7340 Six Forks Road

Raleigh, North Carolina 27615

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Hiring guide

How to hire Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Benjamin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Benjamin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Benjamin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Benjamin

Benjamin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every workers comp matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Benjamin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Benjamin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Benjamin T. "Ben" Cochran

  • How much does it cost to hire Benjamin for a workers comp case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Benjamin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Benjamin offer a free consultation?

    Benjamin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Benjamin's current terms during booking.

  • How long do workers comp cases in North Carolina typically take?

    Simple workers comp matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Benjamin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Benjamin take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?

    Benjamin is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Benjamin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Benjamin?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Benjamin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Benjamin accepting new workers comp clients right now?

    Benjamin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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