KENNETH J. HARDIN, II
PRESIDENT
SUPER LAWYERS® 2016–2026
11 CONSECUTIVE YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
Hardin Thompson is proud to announce that Kenneth J. Hardin, II, President of the firm, has once again been selected to the Super Lawyers® list, marking his eleventh consecutive year of recognition from 2016 through 2026.
The distinction reflects Mr. Hardin’s longstanding commitment to excellence in litigation, insurance coverage, employment law, and client advocacy. Over the course of his career, he has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor, accomplished trial attorney, and strategic leader for businesses, insurers, and employers facing complex legal challenges.
A graduate of Kalamazoo College and Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Mr. Hardin began his legal career representing insurance carriers and trade-group liability pools in premises liability and dram shop litigation. As his practice evolved, he recognized the increasing importance of employment and labor issues facing businesses and expanded his focus to include employment litigation, workplace counseling, and risk management strategies designed to help clients avoid costly disputes.
Today, Mr. Hardin represents insurance companies, businesses, and individuals in a broad range of litigation matters, including business disputes, employment claims, insurance coverage litigation, construction claims, automobile liability matters, negligence actions, and intentional tort cases. He also assists organizations in evaluating workplace practices, managing litigation exposure, and developing proactive legal strategies.
A seasoned trial attorney, Mr. Hardin has completed trials and arbitrations throughout Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Ohio. Throughout his career, he has tried more than 65 jury trials while achieving a remarkable 92 percent success rate. His extensive courtroom experience and practical approach to dispute resolution have made him a trusted advocate for clients facing high-exposure litigation.
In addition to his trial practice, Mr. Hardin has worked closely with insurance carriers to develop uniform case-handling procedures that streamline litigation management, improve efficiency, and provide greater transparency throughout the claims process. His ability to combine legal experience with practical business solutions has earned the confidence of clients across multiple industries.
Mr. Hardin is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and Michigan and before numerous federal courts, including the United States District Courts for the Western District of Pennsylvania and the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, the United States Courts of Appeals for the Third and Sixth Circuits, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
Beyond his litigation practice, Mr. Hardin serves as a labor and employment consultant for several startup companies within the automotive industry and continues to provide strategic guidance to businesses navigating increasingly complex regulatory and workplace environments.
His selection to the 2026 Super Lawyers® list marks more than a decade of consecutive recognition and reflects a career dedicated to trial excellence, client service, and leadership within the legal profession.
About Kenneth J. Hardin, II
Kenneth J. Hardin, II is President of Hardin Thompson. His practice focuses on Business Litigation, Employment Litigation, Insurance Coverage, Insurance Defense, Construction Litigation, and Complex Civil Litigation. He has tried more than 65 jury trials throughout Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Ohio and has been recognized by Super Lawyers® for eleven consecutive years.
About Hardin Thompson
Hardin Thompson is a litigation-focused law firm serving clients throughout Pennsylvania, Michigan, New York, New Jersey, West Virginia, Colorado, and beyond. The firm’s attorneys provide strategic, results-driven representation in complex litigation, employment law, insurance coverage disputes, and business matters.