Atty. David Bradley Olsen

Atty. David Bradley Olsen

“Every case is different and brings unique challenges. The combination of experience, judgment, and ability enables me to achieve the best results possible for my clients.

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Profile Summary

About David Bradley Olsen at a glance

David Bradley Olsen is a employment, construction, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Henson Efron. Admitted to practice in Minnesota, Minnesota. Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock (J.D., 1987) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

“Every case is different and brings unique challenges. The combination of experience, judgment, and ability enables me to achieve the best results possible for my clients. The art and passion of litigation drive me to excel.”

By nature, I am direct. You can rely on me for the concise answer; I am succinct and provide straightforward options, strategies, and advice tailored to meet your goals.

For nearly 30 years, I have represented individuals and companies of all sizes in a wide variety of litigated disputes, including:

  • bankruptcy and debtor/creditor issues
  • business litigation, both civil and commercial
  • violation of constitutional rights
  • employment issues
  • insurance coverage claims
  • intellectual property and technology disputes
  • malpractice cases
  • non-compete and trade secret litigation
  • products liability and mass tort lawsuits
  • securities fraud and shareholder disputes

Your best interests are foremost; I constantly weigh risks, rewards, and expenses to achieve optimal results. Focused on resolving cases early, I explore all forms of settlement, but if a fair resolution cannot be attained, I bring vast experience litigating in state and federal courts. I have a proven track record of handling complex, high-stakes cases, including winning a high-profile case that was deemed unwinnable.

Recognizing that my clients have serious issues, I am earnest in my approach. As an advocate, counselor, negotiator, and champion for my clients, I lead with professionalism—honesty, fairness, and respect for others.

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Practice Areas Explained

David Bradley Olsen's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Bradley Olsen is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Minnesota →

Construction Law

David Bradley Olsen is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Minnesota →

Product Liability

David Bradley Olsen is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David Bradley Olsen is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Bradley Olsen

Where is David Bradley Olsen's law office located?
David Bradley Olsen's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Henson Efron. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Bradley Olsen handle?
David Bradley Olsen focuses on employment, construction, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
Where did David Bradley Olsen go to law school?
David Bradley Olsen earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact David Bradley Olsen for a consultation?
You can contact David Bradley Olsen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Bradley Olsen received?
David Bradley Olsen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
- 1987
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — First Amendment Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named to America’s Top 100 Bet-The-Company Litigators by America’s Top 100 LLC, 2019-2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected for inclusion in Top 100: Minnesota Super Lawyers, 2018
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Minnesota Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — in 2000 and 2011–2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Minnesota Lawyer Attorney of the Year in 2013 and 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who’s Who in American Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Honors Edition, 2005–2006
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Minnesota Super Lawyers–Rising Stars
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Edition 1999
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent peer review rated by
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Minnesota, Minnesota

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