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St. Pete Criminal and Injury Attorneys Fighting for You
The lawyers at Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett proudly serve clients located throughout the city of St. Petersburg, Florida in criminal defense, personal injury, Social Security disability, and workers’ compensation cases. Our uniquely skilled team of attorneys has more than 125 years of combined experience. Our extensive experience has allowed us to develop the legal resources, skills, and knowledge that we need to help our clients reach favorable outcomes in the most complex cases.
Our attorneys have been individually recognized for their superior legal skills on numerous occasions. As a team, our law firm was also named one of the Top Ranked Law Firms in Florida, an award that was based on AV® Preeminent™ Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings.
If you are in need of legal representation, schedule a no-cost, no-obligation case evaluation with our team by calling 877-728-9653 or filling out the form on this website today.
We Are Committed to Our Clients in St. Pete
There’s no denying that the way a criminal, personal injury, Social Security disability, or workers’ compensation case is resolved can have a major impact on your life. At Carlson Meissner Hart &Hayslett, we understand the importance of reaching a favorable resolution, which is why we will work tirelessly to reach the best possible outcome in your case. Our attorneys are passionate about helping clients protect their future and their freedom. We will always go above and beyond to win your case.
As a client, you will always have access to your attorney. Our entire team is always available to address your concerns, answer your questions, and update you on the status of your case. You will never be left in the dark—we want you to be involved every step of the way. Keeping this open line of communication allows us to develop personal relationships with our clients.
We Take Pride in Winning For Our Clients
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Trust Our Award-Winning Team
Our attorneys at Carlson Meissner Hart &Hayslett have been recognized for legal excellence time and time again over the decades. Multiple attorneys on our diverse team have received the highly sought after AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®. This prestigious award is only given to the best of the best in the legal industry.
Several attorneys on our team are also Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyers. The Florida Bar only recognizes the most competent, ethical, and skilled lawyers with board certification, so our attorneys were honored to receive this recognition.
Eight lawyers on our team have perfect 10 out of 10 ratings on Avvo, a leading attorney rating website. These ratings reflect the value that our attorneys provide to the legal community. If you are looking for an attorney who you can trust, look no further than the award-winning team at Carlson Meissner Hart &Hayslett.
Our Team is Your Team
Our Team is Your Team
Winning a criminal, personal injury, Social Security disability benefits, or workers’ compensation case is a team effort. No one understands that better than the team at Carlson Meissner Hart &Hayslett. We take a collaborative approach to every case that we handle, so as a client, you will have a team of experienced legal professionals standing by your side from the start to the finish of your case. We truly believe that this approach allows us to provide the strongest defense possible to each and every client.
The diverse team at Carlson Meissner Hart &Hayslett consists of former state attorneys, board certified criminal specialists, and former FBI special agents who are all committed to protecting your best interests. Each member of our team has extensive experience and knowledge that they put to work for you. Together, we know what it takes to win your case, regardless of its complexity.
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We Work Tirelessly to Reach the Best Possible Outcome
Some attorneys focus on quickly reaching resolutions for their clients—even if it means not reaching the best possible outcome in their case. That’s not what we do at Carlson Meissner Hart &Hayslett. We understand the way that the outcome of your case can impact your life, so we know how important it is to reach a favorable resolution. We won’t back down from a fight—no matter how long it takes—if it means that we can help you win your case. From the start to the finish of your case, our team will aggressively pursue the results you desire.
If you are involved in a criminal, personal injury, Social Security disability benefits, or workers’ compensation case, we can help. Learn more about how we can protect your rights and fight for your freedom by scheduling a free consultation with our team of attorneys today.
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If you are facing criminal charges—or need legal representation in a personal injury, Social Security disability, or workers’ compensation case—contact our experienced attorneys as soon as possible. The outcome of your case will have a major impact on your life, which is why you should turn to our trusted attorneys for help. Let our team use our extensive legal resources, experience, and skills to help you reach the best possible outcome in your case.
Our law office is located in the heart of Downtown St. Pete close to Al Lang Stadium and State Theatre Concerts just 12 miles away from the St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). If you’re ready to seek justice, we encourage you to set up a free consultation to learn more about your legal options. To schedule a free consultation regarding your case, call 877-728-9653 or fill out the form on this website.