Atty. Jared Olen
Jared Olen, founder of The Olen Firm, Criminal Defense Lawyers, is a highly accomplished attorney recognized for his unwavering commitment to justice and advocacy. His passion for defending others began early as a human-rights activist, where he worked to raise awareness and secure freedom for political prisoners worldwide.
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About Jared Olen at a Glance
Jared Olen is a Founding Attorney based in Pasadena, California, practicing at The Olen Firm, Criminal Defense Lawyers. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, criminal defense, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in California (2013). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law J.D. summa cum laude (—). Serves clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jared Olen
- Jared Olen, founder of The Olen Firm, Criminal Defense Lawyers, is a highly accomplished attorney recognized for his unwavering commitment to justice and advocacy
- His passion for defending others began early as a human-rights activist, where he worked to raise awareness and secure freedom for political prisoners worldwide
- Jared graduated summa cum laude from Southwestern Law School, earning numerous academic honors, including a full merit scholarship, the First Place Brief Writer Award in appellate advocacy, and multiple awards for academic excellence
- His work as a federal judicial law clerk for the Honorable Otis D. Wright, II, at the U.S
- District Court for the Central District of California provided him with exceptional insight into both civil and criminal litigation
- Jared refined his advocacy during nearly eight years with the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office, where he represented thousands of adults and juveniles in all stages of criminal prosecution—achieving a track record of favorable outcomes, dismissals, and not-guilty verdicts
- Jared views being a criminal defense attorney not just as a profession, but as a true calling—driven by his belief in providing passionate, effective representation to every client during their most critical moments
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Jared Olen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jared Olen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pasadena.
DUI / DWI Defense in Pasadena
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Car Accidents in Pasadena
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Drug Crimes in Pasadena
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Criminal Defense in Pasadena
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Domestic Violence Defense in Pasadena
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pasadena
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pasadena are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Pasadena Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pasadena-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 Pasadena Choose Jared Olen
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 Jared Olen's practice in the field of dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, criminal defense, and dv defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jared Olen brings 13+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, car accidents, and drug crimes, Jared Olen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pasadena
A Pasadena-based practice means Jared Olen 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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