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About Casey

Casey Carlson is a long-time Clearwater, Florida resident who graduated from Keswick Christian High School in St. Petersburg, Florida.  He joined the firm in 1989 upon graduation from law school.  He enjoys boating, fishing, golf, scuba diving, travel, and spending time with family and friends.

Position: He is an attorney practicing in the areas of Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury out of our Clearwater office.

Areas of Practice:

  • Workers’ compensation law
  • Personal Injury

Professional Associations and Memberships:

  • Florida Bar, 1990
  • Colorado Bar, 1998
  • Clearwater Bar Association (Member)
  • Tampa Bay Friends of 440, 1995–present (Scholarship Fund)
  • Tampa Bay Friends of 440 (Current and Former President, Board of Directors)
  • The Florida Bar, Workers’ Compensation Section (Member)
  • Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers (Member)

Education:

  • J.D., Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama
  • B.S., Marketing, Florida Southern College, Lakeland, Florida
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Practice areas

Social securityPersonal injuryWorkers compensation
  1. Workers compensation: 40%

  2. Personal injury: 30%

  3. Social security: 30%

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

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Contact

Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett P.A

601 N Ashley Dr
Suite 1100-1007
Tampa, FL, 33606

    The Law Offices of Carlson & Meissner

    250 N. Belcher Road,
    Suite 102
    Clearwater, FL, 33765-2622

    Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett, P.A.

    4245 Rachel Boulevard
    Spring Hill, FL, 34607

    Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett, P. A.

    7614 Massachasetts Avenue
    New Port Richey, FL, 34653

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    COInactive199805/13/2021
    FLMember in Good Standing199006/11/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2018
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
    BV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
    Top Law FirmMartindale-Hubbell2012
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2012
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    PartnerCarlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett, P.A.1991 - Present
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Tampa Bay Friends of 440Scholarship Fund1995 - Present
    Clearwater Bar AssociationMember1993 - Present
    Florida Bar, Worker's Compensation SectionMember1993 - Present
    Academy of Florida Trial LawyersMember1993 - Present
    Workers' Compensation 440Past Chair1993 - Present
    Tampa Bay Friends of 440PresidentN/A
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    PRWEBFlorida Supreme Court Strikes Fee Limitations in Workers' Compensation Cases2016
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Samford University, Cumberland School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1989
    Florida Southern CollegeBS - Bachelor of ScienceN/A
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Business Network InternationalHow to Handle a Workers' Compensation Claim2018
    Workers' Compensation 440Workers' Compensation2010
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Westphal vs. City of St. PetersburgChanged the law.

    Reviews

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    Review Casey Carlson

    Workmans Comp Case

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    Attorney Casey Carlson and Lisa were Amazing! Best experience I ever had with a law firm. They were very knowledgeable, hard working and respectful. Always prompt in responding to me when I needed them. I am very happy with the outcome. Exceeded my expectations! I would definitely recommend Casey Carlson as your next Attorney.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    good customer service

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    i hired this attorney because i needed assistance with workers compensation. Mr. Carlson informed about all the information about WC. I did receive the medical attention and payments needed. Mr. Carlson was extremely helpful and had all finalized when needed.
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    Robert

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    Casey and his staff were extremely courteous and kept me updated and informed throughout the entire process. My first time involved with a lawyer for any reason and it was a breeze. I would highly recommend Casey to anybody in need of his services! Thank You Casey and his team!
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    My experience

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    Very nice. Informative and constant communication. Keep me updated everyday all throughout the case. Very awesome lawyer
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    Victor W

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    I been thrown down by Lawyer Morgen Morgen, Some one recommended for me mister Carlson. He seen the wining case right away. And solved out of Court. Only call to me and say come pick up the chak. We have good lawyers, bet lawyers and the best lawyers. He is the best Lawyer.
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    Attorney

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    Casey Carlson did a great job for me. I fell at work and he help with the case. He was very patient and tenacious. He is like a pit bull, once he sinks he teeth in he won't let go.
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    Extremely responsive!

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    Casey has helped me with 2 different cases over a few year period. He always answers my calls immediately or calls me right back. I never have to talk to a paralegal or assistant. He personally answers and handles my needs and always makes me feel important. He is extremely thorough. Both cases were handled with little work on my part and both has favorable results. That is because Casey has years of experience and knowledge and that is why I trust him 100%
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    The best law firm in town!!!!!

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    I hired Mr.Carlson for my workers comp. case. I must say Casey Carlson and his right hand Tracey were very professional, knowledgeable, quick, fair & compassionate!! I would highly recommend his firm to anyone. Thank you for all you do.
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    Very knowledgeable

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    They day it takes 10,000 hours to become an expert at something... If I could rate his level of expertise I would say he’s got 1,000,000. That’s figurative but that’s the only way I can explain how he broke things down. Surely a workers comp wizard.
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    ms kim

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    I recently had the pleasure of working with Mr Casey Carlson on a workers compensation case. He was very professional and knowledgeable. My case settled very quickly and I would highly recommend this firm to any one with legal needs. Tracey his para legal was also very helpful and she kept me informed throughout the case. This firm has also been helpful with another case of mine and is currently helping other family members. Again I would highly recommend them and my thanks goes out to everyone there.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Betty Whitman, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 29, 2017
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I met Casey when I first joined this firm about 2 years ago. Since then I continue to be impressed with the depth of his knowledge, his negotiation skills and his ability to strategize tough claims in to successful ones! He works hard for his client's best interests!

    Andrew Spence, Workers compensation Attorney on Dec 7, 2015
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Casey is nothing short of a gentleman and a scholar, and his legal services are top shelf!. He has a never ending amount of knowledge in this subject, and he has truly seen it all when it comes to issues of workers' compensation. I absolutely endorse and recommend Casey Carlson, and it is truly a joy to work with him.

    Shpresa Idrizi, Workers compensation Attorney on Jun 25, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I know Casey on a professional and personal level. His attention to detail is impeccable! I endorse this lawyer.

    Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 14, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Casey. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    M. Miller, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 31, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Mitchell Feldman, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 17, 2013
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. We send our clients to Casey Carlson and his law firm, Carlson Meissner.

    Robert Alston, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 1, 2012
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. I have had cases with Mr. Carlson and he is well versed in the law and represents his clients well.

    James Hayslett, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 19, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Casey Carlson knows more about Worker's Compensation law than any other attorney in the state of Florida. Lawyers from all over the state consult with him when they have a workers compensation question. I know him to have represented literally thousands of claimants. He is an aggressive, caring and thorough advocate for each and every one of his clients. I strongly endorse this lawyer.

    Ricardo Rivera, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 13, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Casey Carlson is an attorney of the highest ethical and moral standards and a partner at the offices of Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett. He is an excellent attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

    Jason Reid

    Casey Carlson is known as a leader in the field of worker's compensation law. His expertise and knowledge is at the top of the class for attorneys in this area.

    Gary Hewetson, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 11, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Casey is experienced, knowledgeable, caring and absolutely committed to providing his clients with quality representation. He is a results oriented, purposeful,and very effective advocate .I endorse this lawyer.

    John Hart, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 11, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I endorse this lawyer. He is very perceptive of the legal issues and their significance in the client's case. His practical approach and "what's in the client's best interest?" attitude are invaluable to those in need of his services.

    Deborah Moss, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 11, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Casey cares for his clients and get excellant results for them. He always puts the needs of his clients first, and understands how devastating being injured at work is for them. He is aggressive but compassionate and does a great job. I endorse this lawyer.

    Edward Carlson, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 10, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Casey is a one of the finest workers' compensation attorneys that I have had a privilege to know. He is of the highest moral and ethical character. I endorse this lawyer.

    Paul Meissner, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 10, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Casey Carlson is a partner in the law office of Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett. He is an attorney who I have known for many years of the highest moral and ethical standards. I endorse this lawyer.

    Terri Cromley, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 10, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Casey Carlson fights hard to obtain benefits and settlements for his clients. He does not back down to insurance companies. In addition to fighting for his clients, Casey is a very generous person. Casey was instrumental in starting the local branch of our Florida Workers' Compensation charity, the Friends of 440.

    Christopher Frey, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 10, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Carlson is an outstanding attorney who knows more about worker's compensation law than any attorney in his field. Casey is knowledgeable, aggressive, concerned for the well-being of his clients and is a die-hard advocate for them.

    Matthew Donaldson, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 8, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Warm and caring. An honest man who puts the needs of his client's first. Gets results. A closer. Great knowledge of the law.

    James Jenkins, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 7, 2012
    Relationship: Worked for lawyer

    Casey has a great reputation in the legal community and is a great teacher and mentor for younger attorneys who want to learn how to effectively advocate for their clients. Casey is not afraid to go out of his way to help clients who may find themselves in difficult situations when they are injured and anyone who finds themselves in such situations would be lucky to call Casey their attorney.

    John Fernandez, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 7, 2012
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Casey and I have worked together over the course of the 10 years I've been practicing. He is competent and has a solid knowledge of workers compensation matters.