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Bradenton Criminal and Injury Attorneys Fighting for You
When it comes to winning a criminal defense, personal injury, workers’ compensation, or Social Security disability benefits case, experience matters. If you are involved in one of these legal cases, turn to the dedicated attorneys at Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett, who have over 125 years of combined legal experience. We have proudly served clients in the Bradenton area since 1971. Now, let us use our resources and experience to help you reach the best possible outcome in your case.
There are many law firms in Bradenton, but none that can compare to Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett. Take the first step towards seeking justice by calling our office at 877-728-9653 or filling out the form on this website to schedule a free consultation with our team. We know how crucial it is to win your case, and more importantly, we know how to help you win.
We Take A Client-Centric Approach
If you are involved in a criminal, personal injury, Social Security disability, or workers’ compensation case, our attorneys can help you reach a resolution so you can move forward in your life. We know that you are relying on us to reach a favorable resolution, which is what keeps us motivated to aggressively pursue the best possible outcome in your case.
At Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett, our clients always come first. We work closely with each of our clients to ensure they understand their case and legal options. We want to make sure that you have the information you need to make the right decisions in your case.
You won’t have to worry about not being able to reach us. We are always available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and discuss the status of your case. Our attorneys are truly here to serve you.
We Take Pride in Winning For Our Clients
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Put Your Trust in Our Tenacious Attorneys
It can be hard to put your future in the hands of an attorney, but you can trust the team at Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett. Over the years, our team has been repeatedly recognized for providing superior legal representation to clients in Bradenton. Several members of our team have received the AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, which is widely regarded as the gold standard in legal ratings.
Two members of our team are also Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyers, which is the highest level of recognition bestowed on attorneys by The Florida Bar. We have also been recognized for legal excellence as a team. Our team was included on the list of Florida’s Top Ranked Law Firms based on AV® Preeminent™ Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings.
We are proud of our many awards and accomplishments, and even prouder of the work we did to earn this recognition.
Our Team is Your Team
Our Award-Winning Team Is In Your Corner
No one should have to deal with a criminal, personal injury, Social Security disability, or workers’ compensation case alone. If you seek legal representation from Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett, you won’t have to ever handle these legal matters on your own. In fact, you will have the full strength of our team of legal professionals behind you throughout your case.
Our collaborative approach to law sets us apart from other law firms. Our team of former state attorneys, FBI agents, investigators, and board-certified criminal specialists puts their heads together to provide superior representation to every one of our clients. We draw on our team’s extensive experience to build an effective defense strategy that we can implement to reach the best possible outcome in your case. Each of our team members has a unique background, but they share a passion for protecting our clients’ best interests at all costs.
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We Know What It Takes to Win
What happens in your criminal, personal injury, Social Security disability, or workers’ compensation benefits case can impact the rest of your life. We know how important it is to reach a favorable outcome in your case, and fortunately, we know what it takes to reach it.
Our clients are important to us, which is why our attorneys never back down from a legal battle. Results matter, which is why we won’t stop aggressively fighting until we are able to reach the best possible outcome for you. It doesn’t matter how long it takes or how complex the case may be—we will remain by your side.
Don’t wait a moment longer to reach out to our team of dedicated attorneys to discuss your case. The sooner you seek legal representation from the attorneys at Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett, the sooner you can reach the outcome you desire in your case.
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Our skilled lawyers are proud to help clients in Bradenton with their criminal, personal injury, workers’ compensation, and Social Security disability cases. If you are in need of legal representation, take the first step toward reaching a favorable outcome by contacting our law firm today.
We are dedicated to helping our clients win their cases. Learn more about our commitment to our clients by reading the Google Plus reviews of Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett.
Our office is located in the heart of Bradenton close to Manatee Memorial Hospital and Manatee Mineral Springs Park just 9 miles from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ).
We encourage new clients to set up a free consultation with our team to learn more about their legal options and how we can help. To schedule a free consultation regarding your case, call 941-747-3100 or submit your information using the form on this website.