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5.0 /5.0
12 Client Reviews
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also known as Adam M. Carlson
Adam M. Carlson is a graduate of the University of San Francisco School of Law and a managing partner as Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook. At the firm, he uses his experience to represent clients in wrongful death, civil rights, and personal injury cases. After graduating from college, Mr. Carlson spent several years at the Alameda County Public Defender’s Office before joining the firm. He belongs to numerous organizations, including the State Bar of California, Contra Cost Country Bar Association, the Alameda-Contra Costa County Trial Lawyers Association, and the Consumer Attorneys of California. He’s committed to providing each client with personalized attention to meet their unique needs.
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Practice Areas
33%-40%
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
2121 N. California Blvd, Suite 1020, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
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Posted by Lisa | December 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Lawyer
In July of 2020, I retained Adam Carlson of Casper, Meadows, Schwartz, & Cook for a civil lawsuit due to an injury I had sustained in August of 2018. This was my second experience with an Attorney after I had been through a Worker's Comp case from 2018 through 2021. From our initial meeting, Mr. Ca...
Posted by Catherine | February 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Excellent Representation
I was in an automobile accident in 2016. My initial attorney retired and he arranged for Adam Carlson to take over my case. When I initially met Mr. Carlson I was impressed about how knowledgeable he was with the facts of my case. As the case progressed, I was pleased with my representation and th...
Posted by Kiko | December 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Understanding, kind, and gets the job done.
I was actually injured in two separate MVA’s within 18 months. Adam took on these very complicated cases, which dealt with prior conditions, with ease. He was professional and kind. He eased my fears. He was a champ during the mediation process for the second case and overall I am very happy with the...
"I had the privilege of co-counseling two cases with Adam and found him to be an outstanding attorney. He was always professional and prepared, and zealously advocated for our clients to ensure the best possible results in their cases. Any client would be lucky to be represented by Adam."
"Adam and I have worked together on several cases involving industrial injuries that were caused by third party negligence. Our mutual clients have all reported to me that Adam takes the time to explain the litigation process to them in detail, and that they're impressed by his preparation and effort in seeking the best results in their cases. I highly endorse Adam. He's smart, skilled, dedicated to his clients, and respected by his peers."
"Over the years, I have consulted Mr. Carlson on several legal issues. His advice and recommendations demonstrated a deep and thorough understanding of his practice area. He is highly skilled and a well respected member of the legal community."
Employment and labor lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Real estate lawyer
Civil rights lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
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2021
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013 - Present
Associate, Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook
1900 - Present
Managing Partner, Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook
2008 - 2013
Associate, Alameda County Public Defender's Office
2007 - 2007
Judicial Extern, California State Court of Appeals 1st Appellate District
2007 - 2007
Intern, Alameda County Public Defender's Office
2015 - Present
Earl Warren American Inn of CourtBoard Member, Officer
2013 - Present
Alameda-Contra Costa Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2013 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar AssociationMember
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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