Carlson, Meissner, Hayslett P.A.

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  • Established in 1971
  • Firm Size 16
  • Responsive, Caring and Aggressive Attorneys Fighting for the Injured, Defending the Accused. Since 1971 Floridians have relied on Carlson, Meissner, Hayslett to protect their rights and fight for them, both in and out of court.

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    4.6/5.0 (45)
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About this firm

Carlson, Meissner, Hayslett P.A. has been serving the Tampa Bay community for more than five decades, providing comprehensive legal representation across a range of practice areas. With a focus on protecting the rights of individuals and families, the firm’s attorneys work diligently to deliver outcomes that align with their clients’ best interests.

The firm’s team-oriented approach allows Carlson, Meissner, Hayslett P.A. to address cases involving personal injury, workers’ compensation, criminal defense, and Social Security Disability with a high degree of care and skill. Dedicated to integrity and compassion, the attorneys are deeply invested in their clients’ success and remain steadfast advocates for justice in the local community.

Areas of Practice (63)

  • Personal Injury
  • Transportation Accidents
  • Car Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Bus Accidents
  • Rideshare Accident
  • Slip and Fall Injury
  • Construction Injury
  • Dog Bites
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Product Liability
  • Unsafe Workplace
  • Dental Malpractice
  • Birth Injuries
  • Hospital Malpractice
  • Surgical Malpractice
  • Nursing Home Malpractice
  • Defective Medical Devices
  • Burn Injuries
  • Wrongful Death
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Criminal Defense
  • Domestic Violence
  • Restraining Orders
  • Drug Crimes
  • Criminal Appeals
  • Expungements
  • Violent Crimes
  • Weapons and Firearms
  • Sexual Crimes
  • Grand and Petty Theft
  • Burglary
  • Firearm Possession
  • Criminal Traffic Cases
  • Federal Criminal Defense
  • Unlicensed Contracting
  • DUI
  • DUI First Offense
  • DUI Second Offense
  • DUI Third Offense
  • Drug Related DUI
  • Boat DUI
  • Commercial Vehicle DUI
  • DUI Accident
  • Administrative License Suspension
  • Premises Liability
  • Slip and Fall
  • Construction Site Injury
  • Swimming Pool Accidents
  • Negligent Security
  • Social Security Disability
  • Social Security Eligibility
  • Qualifying Conditions
  • Claims and Denials
  • Workers Compensation
  • Compensation Denials
  • Compensation Accidents
  • Compensation Claims
  • Permanent Disability
  • Healthcare and Medical Workers Compensation
  • Navigating a Workers Compensation Claim
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Casey Carlson
Partner
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Clearwater, FL , 
New Port Richey, FL , 
Palmetto, FL , 
Spring Hill, FL , 
St. Petersburg, FL , 
Tampa, FL
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Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation/Claimant, Social Security, Nursing Home Litigation View More

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Edward Carlson, Jr.
Partner
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Clearwater, FL

Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Workers Compensation

J. Kevin Hayslett, Esq.: Attorney with Carlson, Meissner, Hayslett P.A.
J. Kevin Hayslett, Esq.
Partner
4.9
282 Reviews
Clearwater, FL , 
New Port Richey, FL , 
Palmetto, FL , 
Spring Hill, FL , 
St. Petersburg, FL , 
Tampa, FL
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Criminal Defense, Driving While Intoxicated Defense, Death Penalty, Drivers License Suspension, Driving While Intoxicated, DUI/DWI, Expungements, Felonies, Forgery, Habeas Corpus, Hit and Run, Homicide, Manslaughter, Criminal Defense, Misdemeanors, Money Laundering, Murder, Sex Crimes, Shoplifting, Stalking, Theft, Traffic Violations, Vehicular Homicide, Domestic Violence View More

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Paul Meissner, Jr.
Sr. Managing Partner
5.0
1 Review
Clearwater, FL , 
New Port Richey, FL , 
Palmetto, FL , 
Spring Hill, FL , 
St. Petersburg, FL , 
Tampa, FL
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Claimant, Criminal Defense, Criminal Trial Law, Litigation, Personal Injury Law, Social Security, Divorce & Separation, Workers' Compensation, DUI/DWI, Immigration, Nursing Home Litigation, Personal Injury View More

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Betty M. Whitman, Esq.
Shareholder
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Spring Hill, FL

Workers Compensation, Employment Law, Motor Vehicle Liability, Products Liability, Premises Liability, Professional Liability View More

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Jennifer A. Burns, Esq.
Partner
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Clearwater, FL

Personal Injury, Accidents, Animal Attacks, Aquatic Injuries, Automobile Accidents and Injuries, Automobile Negligence, Bicycle Accidents, Boating Accidents, Bodily Injury, Brain Injury, Bus Accidents, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Catastrophic Injury, Commercial Vehicle Li, Trial Lawyers View More

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Ricardo Rivera
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Clearwater, FL

Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, DUI/DWI, Expungement, Appeals View More

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Antonio Viera
Partner
5.0
2 Reviews
Clearwater, FL

Accidents, Personal Injury, Animal Attacks, Aquatic Injuries, Automobile Accidents and Injuries, Automobile Negligence, Bicycle Accidents, Boating Accidents, Bodily Injury, Brain Injury, Bus Accidents, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Catastrophic Injury, Commercial Vehicle Li, Administrative Law, Workers Compensation, Mediation, Social Security View More

Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (45 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.6/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.6/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.6/5.0
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Location

  • Tampa, FL
    601 N Ashley Drive, Suite 1100-1007
    Tampa, FL 33602
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