Founded in 1971, The Law Offices of Carlson & Meissner is a full-service law firm. The firm employs more than 30 attorneys who serve individuals, local businesses, publicly traded and privately held companies, public and quasi-public agencies, government entities, public utilities, hospitals and health care organizations, and nonprofit organizations and associations. Its practice areas include business and commercial laws, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, bankruptcy, antitrust, toxic tort, class actions, consumer protection and personal injury. The Law Offices of Carlson & Meissner additionally deals in social security disability, family law, financial reorganizations, professional liability and criminal defense. It offers various pro bono services and participates in several fundraising activities. The Law Offices of Carlson & Meissner maintains a location in Clearwater, Fla.