Atty. Gene C. Olson

Atty. Gene C. Olson

Co-Author: "Minnesota Practice: Methods of Practice, Estate Administration," (West). Co-Author: Minnesota Trust Administration Deskbook, 2nd Edition, 2005.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Gene C. Olson at a glance

Gene C. Olson is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Olson & Breckner, P.A.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1973) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1974). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1973) and University of Minnesota (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Minnesota State Bar Association (Chair, Probate and Trust Law Section, 1991-1992) Hennepin County Bar Association American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Co-Author

"Minnesota Practice: Methods of Practice, Estate Administration," (West)

Co-Author

  • Minnesota Trust Administration Deskbook, 2nd Edition, 2005
  • Frequent lecturer, Continuing Legal Education (CLE), professional, and community group seminars on topics relating to estate and trust matters
  • Recipient, Eugene P. Daly Jr. Award for outstanding contribution to the practice of law in the State of Minnesota
  • Listed in "Best Lawyers in America"
  • Named a "Super Lawyer", Minnesota Law and Politics

Practice Areas Explained

Gene C. Olson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Gene C. Olson is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Minnesota →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Gene C. Olson is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Gene C. Olson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Gene C. Olson

Where is Gene C. Olson's law office located?
Gene C. Olson's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Olson & Breckner, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gene C. Olson handle?
Gene C. Olson focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Gene C. Olson practiced law?
Gene C. Olson has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Gene C. Olson go to law school?
Gene C. Olson earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Gene C. Olson for a consultation?
You can contact Gene C. Olson 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 Gene C. Olson received?
Gene C. Olson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1973
B.S.
University of Minnesota
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1974

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