James Kevin Hayslett

Mr. Hayslett was the third attorney I had met with in two days and within minutes I knew he was the right guy. He was very genuine and understanding of my situation and made me feel like family almost immediately. The previous attorney's had also informed me before meeting with him that he is one of ...the best you can find and they weren't wrong about him either. He knew everything from top to bottom about my case and helped bring me a peace of mind about the situation. The end result was awesome and I'm very fortunate to have had him represent me.

Years ago I was arrested for DUI in a case that ultimately had many moving parts and required the best counsel to keep my head as high above water as possible. I work closely with the Justice System and knew for many years prior to needing an attorney that should you ever end up in a jam, Kevin shou...ld be the first call you make. Kevin was always available to speak with me about my case and was able to keep all details fresh in his head. He thinks two steps ahead of the process and is very knowledgeable about (and wary of) unintended consequences that can pop up while giving advice. Kevin kept me in the loop and provided me with copies of all filings and briefs. His assistant Shannon was always available. The filings he wrote were concise and it was clear he both did significant research to my specific situation as well as being very familiar with the subject off the top of his head. Knowing I had an attorney who was so "on the ball" was of great psychological benefit - I knew I was going to be OK. Yes, things were going to be unpleasant, but I was going to be OK. Kevin worked very hard to get a plea deal that was manageable and acceptable to me. Of course I wish it didn't reach that point but none of that was the result of any shortcoming on his end. Simply put, there is no attorney in the Tampa Bay area (if not Florida) more well versed on DUI law and if you ever find yourself facing a DUI, you owe it to yourself to go to the absolute best. His years of experience and connections to the area have enabled him to accurately forecast how things will flow through the various parts of the Justice System. I came away from the situation with my life largely restored. I hold Kevin in very high esteem and am nothing but thankful for his assistance. I felt he was honest, forthcoming, and did not minimize any potentially detrimental situation. I have to say this... DUI is nothing you want to have anything to do with. It is expensive, embarrassing, scary, and takes hours a week to handle FOR MONTHS. Not to mention surprise letters from the DMV or some other agency that should have been sent to you weeks earlier but require a response by the end of the day. Fix your bad decision by quickly making a good one: Hiring Kevin Hayslett. Clearwater, FL

It had been 12 years since my first DUI and when I got pulled over for a second time I knew I had to find help. I was referred to Kevin by an attorney I know in Ohio. Kevin wasn't the cheapest mind you, but the old saying I believe in, is you get what you pay for. Kevin took a couple of hours meet...ing with me the first time to help really help with my anxiety over the whole matter. He really helped in calming me and boosting my spirits because I was about as low as one could get. Because I didn't submit to the breathalyzer made the case a little more complicated. All in all I was very satisfied with the end results. He tried everything in his arsenal of knowledge to lessen the penalties in the end. Unfortunately he was not able to get the charges dropped however he did get me out without jail time, impounding of my car, parole or community service. He also provided counsel after the case was closed in dealing with some other issues surrounding driving, insurance and the interlock system that I'm blessed with for one year. Kevin is a good person and I'm thankful for all he did.

Facing a crisis as foreign and challenging as I was in, I was paralyzed with fear and unsure of what would happen next. I made sure I interviewed as many attorneys as I could before making the decision to hire Kevin. If you are in a situation where you are scared and frightened right now, I would r...ecommend you do the same but like myself you will ultimately find you will make the same decision I did and hire Kevin. The entire team at Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett PA are passionate about what they do and will go above and beyond to guide you through your situation smoothly. Meeting with Kevin for the first time after speaking with several other attorneys, it was clear to see that beyond his highly superior knowledge and skill was a genuine soul who truly wants to help you. The reviews you read on here are accurate and I echo all of them whole heartedly. This is a big decision in your life and no one else will be able to feel the regret and pain of hiring the wrong attorney like you will. This is your money and your future, so don’t be shy about taking charge of it. You are reading these reviews for the right reason, you need to be sure, you are gathering counsel, and you have met with others who tried to sell you or maybe you even had a family member or coworker swear up and down that “their” guy was the best. Take your time and ask the hard questions, ask about their experience and why you should hire them. Remember this is an interview and you want to hire the right person. Find someone who is aggressive and tenacious, find someone who has the heart of a teacher and will be patient with your questions by taking the time to respond back to you fast and take their time explaining the unknowns in a way that makes you feel at peace. Find someone who is high-energy, highly successful with a proven track record. Find someone who has a long history and established rapport with the judges and other prosecuting attorneys in the area…. Find Kevin Hayslett.