Carlson Meissner Hayslett, P.A. is a premier St. Petersburg-based law firm specializing in criminal defense, DUI cases, personal injury, and Social Security disability claims. With over 50 years of dedicated service to the West Florida community, the firm stands out for its deep local roots, team-oriented approach, and commitment to personalized, compassionate legal counsel rather than operating as a high-volume national practice.
The firm takes a client-focused approach, leveraging the extensive trial experience and former prosecutorial background of its attorneys to navigate complex legal systems, negotiate with insurance companies, and advocate vigorously in court. They serve individuals facing criminal charges, injured parties seeking compensation, disabled clients applying for benefits, and workers denied compensation claims, emphasizing integrity, responsiveness, and achieving favorable outcomes through meticulous case preparation.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- DUI Defense (First Offense, Second Offense, Third Offense, Drug-Related DUI, Boat DUI, Commercial Vehicle DUI, DUI Accident, Administrative License Suspension)
- Domestic Violence Defense
- Restraining Orders
- Drug Crimes Defense
- Criminal Appeals
- Expungements
- Violent Crimes Defense
- Weapons & Firearms Charges
- Sexual Crimes Defense
- Grand & Petty Theft Defense
- Burglary Defense
- Firearm Possession Charges
- Criminal Traffic Cases
- Federal Criminal Defense
- Unlicensed Contracting Defense
- Personal Injury
- Car Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Bike Accidents
- Boat Accidents
- Jet Ski Accidents
- Ridesharing Accidents
- Bus Accidents
- Train Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Hit and Run Accidents
- Cruise Ship Accidents
- Aviation Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Dental Malpractice
- Birth Injuries
- Hospital Malpractice
- Surgical Malpractice
- Nursing Home Malpractice
- Defective Medical Devices
- Product Liability
- Burn Injuries
- Brain Injuries
- Wrongful Death
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Premises Liability
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Construction Site Injury
- Swimming Pool Accidents
- Negligent Security
- Dog Bites
- Unsafe Workplace
- Social Security Disability
- Social Security Eligibility Assistance
- Qualifying Conditions Evaluation
- Claims and Denials Assistance
- Workers’ Compensation
- Compensation Denial Appeals
- Construction Accidents
- Unsafe Workplace Claims
- Compensation Claims
- Permanent Disability Claims
- Navigating Workers’ Comp Claims
- Insurance Disputes
Serving West Florida with offices in St. Petersburg, Tampa, Clearwater, Bradenton, New Port Richey, and Spring Hill, the firm has built a reputation for legal excellence and community involvement since 1971, supporting local groups and providing accessible counsel to residents across the region.
