Atty. James Robert Olson

Atty. James Robert Olson

James Robert Olson is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, employee benefits, family business and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Duquesne University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (412) 317-4016

Profile Summary

About James Robert Olson at a glance

James Robert Olson is a family law, estate planning, employment, business, and tax attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania (1990). Educated at Duquesne University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Duquesne University (B.S. Business, 1983). Active member of Professional Affiliations •Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA), Member. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Robert Olson is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, employee benefits, family business and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Duquesne University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Olson's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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.

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Employment Law

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

James Robert Olson is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Robert Olson is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Tax Law

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

James Robert Olson is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Robert Olson

Where is James Robert Olson's law office located?
James Robert Olson's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Olson handle?
James Robert Olson focuses on family law, estate planning, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Robert Olson practiced law?
James Robert Olson has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James Robert Olson go to law school?
James Robert Olson earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S. Business, 1983).
How can I contact James Robert Olson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duquesne University School of Law
- 1990
B.S. Business
Duquesne University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1990

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