Atty. David L. Olson
David L. Olson is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate, employment law and 2 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Oakland, CA · 55+ Years Experience
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About David L. Olson at a Glance
David L. Olson is a Member based in Oakland, California, practicing at Law Offices of David L. Olson. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, elder law, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California Bar (1971). Educated at Brown University (Bachelor, 1967). Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California. Serves clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David L. Olson
- David L. Olson is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate, employment law and 2 other areas of law
- David L. received a degree from Brown University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
- David L. practices at Law Offices of David L. Olson in Oakland, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David L. Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David L. Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oakland.
Employment Law in Oakland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David L. Olson is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Oakland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David L. Olson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Oakland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David L. Olson is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Elder Law in Oakland
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
David L. Olson is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →
Landlord & Tenant in Oakland
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
David L. Olson is one of 22,207 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oakland
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oakland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Oakland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oakland-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 Oakland Choose David L. 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 David L. Olson's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, elder law, and landlord/tenant.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David L. Olson brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, David L. Olson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oakland
A Oakland-based practice means David L. 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 David L. Olson Handles in Oakland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David L. Olson has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David L. Olson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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