Collin Bryce Hardee

Atty Hardee came to me by default from a well-known law firm inundated with a large case load. My case was a difficult one complicated by a narcissistic ex-spouse, uncooperative in the separation/divorce process. Anyone who has been married to a narcissist knows exactly the complexity I'm referr...ing to. Atty Hardee wasn't afraid to dig through the details of my case and parse out those issues that would be most impactful in negotiating a fair divorce settlement -- no small feat in a county that unfairly favors females, even abusive ones. So, when I met Atty Hardee, it was his first day with the firm; I was re-assigned to his case load. What I quickly discovered was the very newness that I was initially concerned about quickly became the source of his most admirable qualities. As a new atty, he's updated on the most recent case law and is not yet jaded by the system. In my case, this meant that he truly cared and was personally invested, wanting to see the most equitable outcome. It's Atty Hardee's moral compass that sets him apart from others. He never wavered in his commitment to me and he was unfailingly responsive. Competent and hardworking; he has already built a solid working relationship and good reputation with many of the legal actors in family law in Carteret County (fellow attorneys, mediators, judges) that will certainly influence any future clients' legal fees because this is their livelihood too. Atty Hardee is compassionate and stays on top of the local and state laws that govern family dissolvement. I took an active role in my separation case, and he was grateful for my insight and vested interest into my own case, not insulted but rather always interested in our best foot forward for legal strategy. He listens to his client and that is rare. Lastly, with Atty Hardee you get his best effort, his zest for the law and he consistently puts the best interests of his client first and foremost.

Few decisions tax our emotions, thoughts, and soul as much as ending a marriage by divorce. Private matters between husband and wife must be shared with professionals we barely know—our lawyers and their staff. You have to pick the right ones and trust them to guide you through the labyrinth of famil...y law. You hope and pray your lawyers will stand by you during stressful uncertainty as your life unravels before a new one takes shape. Since I’m in divorce’s difficult process, I must be judicious about what I share. However, I can say that I’m blessed to have a gifted attorney, Mr. Collin Hardee, on my side. What makes Mr. Hardee so good at what he does?  Superb writing that reflects an understanding of complex and painful situations, Extensive research of the law and identifying the best course of action, Advising clients on gathering evidence, Guiding clients on how to present relevant information and narratives that correlate with legal definitions and requirements, Being available during difficult moments,  Listening with compassion to stressful events, Answering questions and guiding the client’s actions. Mr. Hardee’s dedication and caring nature have seen me through some of the most stressful weeks of my life. For this support, I cannot thank him enough. He is this client’s Superhero.