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Mr. J. Kevin Hayslett, Esq.
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Mr. J. Kevin Hayslett, Esq.

4.9
282 reviews

250 North Belcher Road, Suite 102, Clearwater, FL 33765 + 5 locations

Criminal Defense, Driving While Intoxicated Defense, Death Penalty and 20 more

About Mr. J. Kevin Hayslett, Esq.

J. Kevin Hayslett is a partner at Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett. A graduate of Clearwater High School, he is deeply connected to his community. Kevin and his wife, Melisa, have three sons, and as a family, they enjoy activities such as playing tennis, baseball, and watching seasonal sports. An avid tennis player himself, Kevin is nationally rated in both singles and doubles, showcasing his dedication and competitive spirit on the court.

 

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Very professional, assertive, great communication with client to discuss the case, I received information directly from Mr Hayslett via text and over the phone from his personal cell phone, it made me feel confident and secure that he cared.

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November 13, 2011
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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 9
    • Death Penalty
    • DUI/DWI
    • Expungements
    • Felonies
    • Homicide
    • Misdemeanors
    • Sex Crimes
    • Theft
    • Traffic Violations
  • Drivers License Suspension
  • Domestic Violence
  • Other 12
    • Criminal Defense
    • Driving While Intoxicated Defense
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Forgery
    • Habeas Corpus
    • Hit and Run
    • Manslaughter
    • Money Laundering
    • Murder
    • Shoplifting
    • Stalking
    • Vehicular Homicide

Practice Details

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1988, Florida
    1988, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
    1995, U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit
    1999, Colorado
    Memberships
    Clearwater (Member, Board of Directors, 1996-1998) and American Bar Associations
    The Florida Bar
    Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association
    The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
    National College of DUI Defense.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
    Class of 1987
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Furman University
    Class of 1984
    B.A.
    Political Science
  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests
    J. Kevin Hayslett is a graduate of Clearwater High School. He and his wife, Melisa have three sons. They enjoy playing tennis, baseball and watching seasonal sports. Kevin is an avid tennis player and is currently nationally rated in singles and doubles.

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4.9
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250 North Belcher Road, Suite 102Clearwater, FL 33765U.S.A.

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7614 Massachusetts AvenueNew Port Richey, FL 34653U.S.A.

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433 8th Avenue W Suite 103Palmetto, FL 34221U.S.A.

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5323 Spring Hill DriveSpring Hill, FL 34606U.S.A.

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601 N Ashley Drive, Suite 1100-1007Tampa, FL 33602U.S.A.

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3443 1st Avenue NSt. Petersburg, FL 33713U.S.A.

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New Port Richey, FL

7614 Massachusetts AvenueNew Port Richey, FL 34653U.S.A.

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Palmetto, FL

433 8th Avenue W Suite 103Palmetto, FL 34221U.S.A.

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Spring Hill, FL

5323 Spring Hill DriveSpring Hill, FL 34606U.S.A.

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Tampa, FL

601 N Ashley Drive, Suite 1100-1007Tampa, FL 33602U.S.A.

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St. Petersburg, FL

3443 1st Avenue NSt. Petersburg, FL 33713U.S.A.

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