Atty. Brett Nelson Olmstead

Atty. Brett Nelson Olmstead

Brett Nelson Olmstead is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui and traffic defense, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Urbana Urbana 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Brett Nelson Olmstead at a glance

Brett Nelson Olmstead is a Shareholder based in Urbana, Illinois. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern (1994). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Champaign County and Illinois State Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Champaign County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association First Amendment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Urbana, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brett Nelson Olmstead is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui and traffic defense, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Brett practices in Urbana, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brett Nelson Olmstead's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brett Nelson Olmstead handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Urbana are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Brett Nelson Olmstead's law office located?
Brett Nelson Olmstead's law practice is located in Urbana, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett Nelson Olmstead handle?
Brett Nelson Olmstead focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brett Nelson Olmstead practiced law?
Brett Nelson Olmstead has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Brett Nelson Olmstead go to law school?
Brett Nelson Olmstead earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Brett Nelson Olmstead for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Brett Nelson Olmstead received?
Brett Nelson Olmstead's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1994
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern
Admitted: 1994

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