Atty. Jan Phillip Olson
Jan cares deeply for his clients, and combines compassion with a forthright manner in helping men and women accused of crimes navigate through the complexities of the criminal justice system. Professional and Community Involvement Jan is a member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
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Jan Phillip Olson is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Ellis, Li & McKinstry PLLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Washington U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1981). Educated at University of Idaho (J.D., 1980) and University of Washington (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Washington State Bar Association Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jan cares deeply for his clients, and combines compassion with a forthright manner in helping men and women accused of crimes navigate through the complexities of the criminal justice system
- Professional and Community Involvement Jan is a member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- He and his wife have four children and a grandson
- He is a lifelong musical trivia expert, and is an avid collector of a wide variety of musical recordings
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Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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