Atty. Janet Olsen

Atty. Janet Olsen

Ms. Janet Olsen is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment law, contracts and 1 other area of law.

Vestavia Vestavia 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (659) 272-4235 Book Appointment

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About Janet Olsen at a glance

Janet Olsen is a Sr. Coun. based in Vestavia, Alabama. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1983), Rhode Island (1984), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1984), and Maine (1986). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1983) and University of Vermont (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Vestavia, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Janet Olsen is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment law, contracts and 1 other area of law
  • Janet received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Janet practices in Vestavia, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Janet Olsen's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Janet Olsen

Where is Janet Olsen's law office located?
Janet Olsen's law practice is located in Vestavia, Alabama. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janet Olsen handle?
Janet Olsen focuses on contracts, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Janet Olsen practiced law?
Janet Olsen has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Janet Olsen go to law school?
Janet Olsen earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Janet Olsen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1983
B.A.
University of Vermont
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1983
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1984
Maine
Admitted: 1986
New Hampshire
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 1990
California
Admitted: 1994
Alabama
Admitted: 1995

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