Atty. Mark G. Olive
Mark Olive is an experienced and accomplished workers' compensation attorney. Martindale-Hubbell, the most respected directory in the legal community, gave Mark an AV Preeminent 5.0 Rating for both professional skills and ethics - the highest designation available in both categories.
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN
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About Mark G. Olive at a Glance
Mark G. Olive is a workers comp attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at SiebenCarey. Admitted to practice in Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association. Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1979) and University of Notre Dame (BA, 1976). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law (2026). Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark G. Olive
- Mark Olive is an experienced and accomplished workers' compensation attorney
- Martindale-Hubbell, the most respected directory in the legal community, gave Mark an AV Preeminent 5.0 Rating for both professional skills and ethics - the highest designation available in both categories
- In addition, Mark has been selected for Super Lawyer honors regularly since 2000 and most recently again in 2013
- Super Lawyer honorees are selected from an annual survey and the distinction is bestowed on less than five percent of Minnesota's practicing attorneys
- Mark was also selected in Minnesota Law & Politics Top 40 Workers' Compensation Attorneys and was selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for Workers' Compensation
- Mark has been protecting the rights of injured workers in the courtroom for over 30 years
- As a former co-chair of the Minnesota Association for Justice committee from 1993 to 2000 and a current active member, he has lobbied against regular attempts by the business community to reduce workers' compensation benefits for Minnesota workers
- Mark is also a friend of organized labor and speaks frequently to union and other employee groups about a range of issues affecting the health and safety of working men and women
Practice Areas Explained
Mark G. Olive's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark G. Olive handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Workers Compensation in Minneapolis
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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 venue, 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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-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 Minneapolis Choose Mark G. Olive
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 Mark G. Olive's practice in the field of workers comp.
Focused Workers Comp Practice
Concentrating on workers comp means Mark G. Olive's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means Mark G. Olive attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark G. Olive Handles in Minneapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark G. Olive has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark G. Olive directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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