Business Details
Employment Law & Legal Consulting Services
Hardwick Benfer is a dedicated legal practice specializing in employment law, Title IX matters, and small business consulting. With a focus on eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey, our attorneys provide personalized representation rooted in integrity and deep industry knowledge. We prioritize client needs, recognizing the uniqueness of each case and avoiding one-size-fits-all solutions. Our team combines decades of collective experience with a rigorous ethical code to protect client rights in complex legal scenarios.We are proud to serve clients through employment law challenges, workplace investigations, and arbitration services, maintaining transparency and professionalism in all interactions. Our practice has earned trust through successful outcomes and referrals from satisfied clients and legal peers.
Services
Employment Law
Title IX Compliance
Small Business Consulting
Arbitration Services
Workplace Investigations
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in employment law and arbitration
- Our team includes certified arbitrators with the American Arbitration Association
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique situation
- Our attorneys are recognized in legal directories including Martindale-Hubbell
- We maintain a rigorous ethical code with transparent client communication
Services
Employment Law
We specialize in employment law matters including discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination cases. Our attorneys protect employee rights and help businesses maintain compliance with labor regulations. We handle complex issues like FMLA leave disputes, wage claims, and severance agreements while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the legal process.
Title IX Compliance
Our team resolves sex discrimination claims under Title IX for students and educational institutions. We provide legal representation for investigations, hearings, and policy development while ensuring compliance with federal education regulations. Our approach balances legal requirements with the unique needs of educational environments.
Small Business Consulting
We offer comprehensive consulting services for small businesses including policy development, employee relations, and commercial litigation support. Our attorneys help businesses create effective workplace policies, manage employment issues, and navigate legal challenges while focusing on long-term operational success.
Arbitration Services
As certified arbitrators with the American Arbitration Association, we provide efficient dispute resolution outside traditional court proceedings. Our arbitration process offers clients a confidential, cost-effective alternative for resolving business and employment disputes while maintaining professional relationships.
Workplace Investigations
We conduct thorough workplace investigations for businesses facing employee complaints or regulatory concerns. Our services include policy implementation, training programs, and compliance audits to help organizations maintain safe, legally compliant work environments while preventing future legal issues.
People
Virginia L. Hardwick
Attorney
Experienced employment law attorney with extensive arbitration experience. Certified arbitrator with the American Arbitration Association. Focuses on workplace rights, Title IX compliance, and business consulting services.
Tiffanie C. Benfer
Attorney
Skilled legal professional specializing in employment law and small business consulting. Provides strategic counsel for workplace investigations and policy development. Active participant in legal education and professional development programs.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on employment law, Title IX compliance, small business consulting, and arbitration services for clients in eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
How do you handle workplace discrimination cases?
We provide comprehensive legal representation for discrimination claims under federal and state laws, including investigation, negotiation, and litigation when necessary.
Can you help businesses with HR policy development?
Yes, we offer workplace policy creation, employee handbook development, and compliance training programs for small to mid-sized businesses.
Do you offer arbitration services?
Yes, our lead attorney is a certified arbitrator with the American Arbitration Association, providing alternative dispute resolution options for employment and business conflicts.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 267-810-0192 or through our website to discuss your legal needs and schedule an initial consultation with our attorneys.
