Atty. Eric L Olson
Eric L Olson is a lawyer practicing complex litigation. Eric received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Complex Litigation Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 56+ Years Experience
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About Eric L Olson at a Glance
Eric L Olson is a litigation attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1970), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1971), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1970) and Carleton College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric L Olson
- Eric L Olson is a lawyer practicing complex litigation
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Eric practices in Minneapolis, MN
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Eric L Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric L Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Civil Litigation in Minneapolis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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 venue, 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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-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 Minneapolis Choose Eric 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 Eric L Olson's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric L Olson brings 56+ 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 Minnesota, U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, Eric L Olson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Eric L Olson's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means Eric L 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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