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John B. Carlson Attorney at Law

John B. Carlson Attorney at Law - Erie, PA

Criminal Defense Lawyers in Erie, PA

821 State Street Erie, PA 16501 - 1316

  • 1 Super Lawyers®
  • 31 Years 
    Experience

Erie Criminal Defense Law Firm

Updated: 02/28/2026

Areas of Practice

  • Criminal Defense
  • DUI
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Workers' Coompensation
  • Auto Accidents
  • Faulty Prescription Drugs

Litigation: 99%

Firm Information

Overview

Over the past several years, Attorney Carlson has won many of Erie's most highly publicized cases. While much of his notoriety involves high-profile criminal cases, Carlson also has an outstanding record of successfully handling all types of injury and accident cases. He has represented injured clients against Fortune 500 companies, regional hospitals, wealthy insurance companies and the powerful pharmaceutical industry.

His aggressive efforts and attention to detail have consistently resulted in innocently injured clients receiving significant financial compensation and wrongfully accused citizens being rightfully acquitted. In addition to being an accomplished trial lawyer, Carlson is widely recognized for his professionalism, zealous pursuit of justice, tireless work ethic, and experienced negotiating skills


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Languages

  • English

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  • By Anonymous on Sep. 09, 2022
    Hired Law firm 2022
    Recommends this Law firm
    Att Carlson was the best attorney I have ever dealt with ! He was very easy to understand and compassionate . He treated you like you were all that mattered . He did not rush and made sure you understood everything . We had a great outcome with his services . 100% satisfied ! I would recommend everybody give him a call first for your case if he can’t help you we will find someone who can.
  • By Jeremy A. on Apr. 05, 2021
    Hired Law firm 2020-2021
    Recommends this Law firm
    Attorney John B Carlson is hands down the best in the city of Erie. He is very kind, and easy to talk to, and makes you feel welcome, all while working wonders for your case. He legitimately saved mine and my family's life as we knew it. I recommend him 10 out of 10 times.

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Erie, PA

821 State Street
Erie, PA 16501 - 1316

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Phone: 814-459-8011

Fax: 814-454-2371

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Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Saturday-Sunday: Closed

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