Atty. David A Olson

Atty. David A Olson

David A Olson is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, products liability, mass tort & class actions. David received a B.A. degree from Lake Forest College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (504) 406-2624

Profile Summary

About David A Olson at a glance

David A Olson is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Frilot L.L.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on class action, product liability, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1978). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 1978) and Lake Forest College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David A Olson is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, products liability, mass tort & class actions
  • David received a B.A. degree from Lake Forest College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • David practices at Frilot L.L.C. in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

David A Olson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A Olson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Class Action

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Product Liability

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Orleans are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David A Olson

Where is David A Olson's law office located?
David A Olson's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Frilot L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David A Olson handle?
David A Olson focuses on class action, product liability, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has David A Olson practiced law?
David A Olson has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did David A Olson go to law school?
David A Olson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact David A Olson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David A Olson received?
David A Olson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University Law School
- 1978
B.A.
Lake Forest College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1978

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