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Alfred J. Carlson III
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ALFRED J. CARLSON is a partner at Martin Law. Al has been a litigator in Pennsylvania workers’ compensation law since passing the bar in 1992 and joined his partners at Martin in 2000 to represent injured workers. He previously practiced at a leading defense firm in Philadelphia, representing international corporations, major insurance companies and state and local government agencies in Pennsylvania workers’ compensation cases. In the spring of 2013, Mr. Carlson was among the first class of attorneys to become a certified specialist in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation by the PA Bar Association’s Section on Workers’ Compensation Law as authorized by the PA Supreme Court.
In addition to maintaining an active case load, Mr. Carlson is a frequent guest lecturer at Villanova University School of Law in the area of Pennsylvania workers’ compensation. Al served as a faculty member for a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course entitled “I Know What you Did Last Weekend: Use of Social Media in Workers’ Compensation Litigation” in March 2014. He has also published numerous articles on the subject. Mr. Carlson served as a Co-Chair in 2008 for the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Workers’ Compensation Section and also served as the legislative liaison. He was elected to the Board of Directors for the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association in June 2010.
Late in 2014, a groundbreaking decision was handed down in a case represented by Mr. Carlson: The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court issued an affirmative ruling on a case it previously denied in 2011, after the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania vacated that first decision earlier in 2014. The ruling now awards Al’s client, a former liquor store manager, benefits for the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) he suffered when his store was robbed at gunpoint. This case was heavily covered by the press, featuring the reoccurring quote from Al, “This decision is important for expanding the ‘Payes’ ruling to retail and service workers across the state. ”
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Appeals
20%
Arbitration
20%
Life Insurance
20%
Mediation
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-20%
Awards
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Martin Law LLC
(215) 587-8417
Fax
1818 Market Street 35th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19103-3636
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Posted by Jocelyne | October 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Compassionate Lawyer and Advocate.
Mr. Alfred Carlson, ESQ. made the worker's compensation process less stressful for me and worked really hard to get me my lost wages that I deserved. The Martin Law team was compassionate, professional, and truly cared about my well-being. I'm so grateful for their help and highly Alfred J. Carlson, ...
Posted by Mike | November 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Honest lawyer
Al is the best any questions always answers fast. Explains everything to the T so there’s no problems later also takes the time to discuss your case also his staff is awesome al is the man thanks for all your help rectifying my WC claim
Posted by Teresa | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Mrs. Teresa Anderson
I would highly recommend Al Carlson and his staff, the were extremely knowledgeable, friendly and compassionate. My workman's comp case involved post traumatic stress and anxiety disorders due to multiple robberies at My work place. Mr. Carlson and his staff were there for me every step of the way....
Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2015 | Workers Compensation
"Knowledge, Integrity and Results"
I just received a favorable resolution to a protracted seven year WC case, and couldn't be more satisfied with the work of Al Carlson. My former employer, a huge bureaucratic agency, tried every trick in the book to thwart my efforts toward achieving justice as a worker in Pennsylvania, and with Mr....
Posted by Karen | September 26, 2014 | Workers Compensation
I could not have asked for a better attorney and team.
“I have been working with Al Carlson and his team at Martin LLC for almost two years. My case was recently settled and finally the stress is over. I am very grateful to Al and Kristi for all they did for me. As far as I am concerned there is no other workers comp law firm but Martin LLC. Don't hesita...
Alfred J. Carlson III's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Al since he started practicing as a defense attorney which in my opinion gives him a unique perspective in representing claimants in workers' compensation cases. He is a knowledgeable and capable advocate for injured workers."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Al is an excellent lawyer who strives to obtain the best results for his clients. He is well respected in the legal community and is very attentive to his clients needs. Highly recommended."
Daniel Monahan
Workers compensation lawyer
Edith Pearce
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 in Philadelphia, Super Lawyers
2016
Nation's Top One Percent List, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2014
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2013
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2012
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 100 Philadelphia, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Top 100 Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
N/A
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1900 - Present
Managing Partner, Martin Law
1992 - 2000
Associate, Swartz Campbell
Associations
2015 - Present
Justinian Society of Lawyers (Philadelphia Chapter)Member
2011 - Present
Philadelphia Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Member
Philadelphia Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section
Legislative Liaison
Pennsylvania Association for Justice
Member
2008 - 2008
Philadelphia Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionCo-chair
Education
1992
Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Widener University
MBA
1989
Villanova University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
CLE
I Know What you Did Last Weekend: Use of Social Media in Workers' Compensation Litigation
2013
Workers' Compensation: The Settlement Process and Hearings
PA Statute and Case Law Update & Preparing Your Case
2011
Southeastern Pennsylvania Judge’s Conference
Structured Settlements in Workers Compensation Matters
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers