Atty. David Steven Olson
David Steven Olson is a lawyer practicing business litigation, real estate litigation, trade secrets and 6 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 39+ Years Experience
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About David Steven Olson at a Glance
David Steven Olson is an Attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Clark And Trevithick A Professional Corporation. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, business, real estate, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in California (1987), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1987), Florida (1997), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1986) and University of Delaware (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California The Florida Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Steven Olson
- David Steven Olson is a lawyer practicing business litigation, real estate litigation, trade secrets and 6 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- David practices at Clark & Trevithick A Professional Corporation in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David Steven Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Steven Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business Formation in Los Angeles
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Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David Steven Olson is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Steven Olson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David Steven Olson is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Trade Secrets in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose David Steven 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 Steven Olson's practice in the field of formation, employment, business, real estate, and trade secrets.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Steven Olson brings 39+ 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 California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and Florida, David Steven Olson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, employment, and business, David Steven Olson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means David Steven Olson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Steven Olson Handles in Los Angeles
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