Civil Practice & More Attorney · Serving Waco, TX · 46+ Years Experience
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About Charles D. Olson at a Glance
Charles D. Olson is a Shareholder based in Waco, Texas, practicing at Haley & Olson, PC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, construction, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1981), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. Supre (1981). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1979) and Southwestern University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Waco-McLennan County (President, County Young Lawyers Association, 1991-1992) Bar Association State Bar of Texas (Member, Litigation Section) American Board of Trial Advocates Texas City Attorneys Association. Serves clients in Waco, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Charles D. Olson
- Mr. Charles D. Olson is a lawyer practicing municipal law, local government law, civil practice and 5 other areas of law
- Charles received a B.S. degree from Southwestern University in 1978, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Charles practices at Haley & Olson, PC in Waco, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Charles D. Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles D. Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Waco.
Personal Injury in Waco
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Charles D. Olson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Business & Corporate Law in Waco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Charles D. Olson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Construction Law in Waco
Charles D. Olson is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Texas →
Civil Litigation in Waco
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Charles D. Olson is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Government & Administrative Law in Waco
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Charles D. Olson is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Waco
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Waco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Waco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Waco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Waco Choose Charles D. Olson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Charles D. Olson's practice in the field of personal injury, business, construction, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Charles D. Olson brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. Supre, Charles D. Olson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and construction, Charles D. Olson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Waco
A Waco-based practice means Charles D. Olson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Charles D. Olson Handles in Waco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Charles D. Olson has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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