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Jennifer Ann Burns
About Jennifer
Biography
Biography:
Position: Jennifer is the lead attorney for personal injury in the firm's Clearwater Office.
Areas of Practice:
- Personal Injury
- Insurance
- Disability
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- The Florida Bar
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
- Clearwater Bar Association
- Clearwater Bar Foundation (President 2012-2014)
- Florida Justice Association
- American Association for Justice
Education:
- JD, Stetson University College of Law, St. Petersburg, Florida, 2000 (Stetson Law Review, Assistant Editor)
- MBA, Stetson University School of Business Administration, St. Petersburg, Florida, 2000
- BS, Finance, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, 1993
Past Employment:
- Office of the Public Defender, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, Tampa, Florida (Assistant Public Defender, 2002–2004)
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Personal Injury
100%
24 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 25 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett P.A
250 N. Belcher Rd., Suite 102, Clearwater, FL, 33765-2622
Carlson Meissner Hart & Hayslett PA
7614 Massachusetts Ave., New Port Richey, FL, 34653
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Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Auto accident claim
After the initial consult with Jennifer burns i hired her for my claim from an accident with injury. She was persistant with an insurance company laywer who was not wanting to budge on any amount for a claim. Unfortunately it took a long time to settle but after over 3 years a sertlement was acquire...
Posted by Erin | August 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Slip and Fall Accident
Happy client
Jennifer Burns represented me in a slip and fall case. I have never been in the legal system and didn’t know what to expect. Jennifer and her team advised me on how the process works and fought for my case. I am happy the case has been resolved would recommend their firm.
Posted by Lorraine | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Awesome Lawyer
Couldn’t be more pleased with all the work Jennifer did for us. If you are in need of a lawyer she would be the one we would highly recommend. We were hit by a car that was running a red light, and she handled all of our paperwork for the insurance and healthcare. This took a lot off are mind so tha...
Posted by Carolyn | June 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Excellent representation!
I am so pleased to have the opportunity to express my gratitude for the way Jennifer handled my case. My family contacted Ms. Burns when I was seriously injured in an automobile accident, They did not feel the need to 'shop around' for an attorney through an impersonal 800 number, Jennifer was the...
Posted by Jordan | April 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
If you want an attorney who really cares, Jennifer is the one!
Jennifer was really attentive to my needs, and really helped me regain some normalcy after my auto accident. She was available to answer my questions and fought very aggressively with the insurance company to obtain the best results for me. I felt like she really cared about me, and the crisis my fam...
Jennifer Ann Burns's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer is a very attentive attorney, and she is works quickly to achieve results for her clients. She will never beat around the bush, and she educates her clients so they can make sound decisions regarding their case. I absolutely endorse and recommend Jennifer Burns to anyone who becomes injured from any kind of accident. Her knowledge and experience makes her a perfect fit for anyone who needs personal injury counsel."
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"Jennifer works very hard to obtain the best possible results for her clients. I recommend her to anyone needing an attorney for any auto accident or other personal injury matter."
"Jennifer is a partner in this law firm and she works tirelessly for her clients. She is one of the finest personal injury attorneys I have had the privilege to know. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jennifer is a partner in our law firm and I have watched her work tirelessly for her personal injury clients. I am privileged to work with Jennifer. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jennifer Burns is a partner at the law offices of Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett. She is an attorney of the highest moral and ethical standards and a true advocate for her clients. She is an excellent trial attorney who always has great results. I endorse this lawyer."
"Simply stated, Jennifer is wonderful. She is a terrific attorney."
"Jennifer has a great reputation among those in the insurance industry and attorneys who practice insurance defense for being an excellent advocate, professional, and up to date on the law in Florida and its constant changes. She is a great mentor and I would endorse her for anyone who has questions about how to deal with an injury."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is compassionate and highly skilled."
"Jennifer is an aggressive and skilled litigator who gets excellent results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great legal mind. Tireless advocate. Cares about her clients and gets eye opening results on a regular basis."
"Jennifer is an experienced, tireless advocate of her client's causes and enjoys an excellent reputation in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jennifer handled a case for an important client of mine and achieved outstanding results. Her thorough attention to detail and ability to communicate the key elements of the claim resulted in a swift response from the insurer. Her professionalism and integrity are always outstanding."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Certificate of Appreciation 2011 Student Legal Intern Program, Clearwater Bar Association
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Partner, Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett, P.A.
2002 - 2004
Attorney, Florida Public Defenders Office, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit
Associations
2018 - Present
Hillsborough Association for Women LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers SectionMember
2005 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2004 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationEagle Member
2004 - Present
Clearwater Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2014
Clearwater Bar FoundationPresident
2008 - 2012
Clearwater Bar FoundationSecretary
2008 - 2008
Florida Guardian ad Litem Program, Sixth Judicial CircuitGuardian Ad Litem
Education
2000
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Stetson University, College of Business Adminstration
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1993
University of South Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English