Atty. Nathan John Olson

Atty. Nathan John Olson

Nathan J. Olson was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and grew up in the Midwest.

Fairfax Fairfax 20 Years Experience 20 year
Call (703) 214-0357

Profile Summary

About Nathan John Olson at a glance

Nathan John Olson is a Partner based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Cooper Ginsberg Gray PLLC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2006). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of Tulsa (B.A., 1999). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar Fairfax Bar Association American Bar Association. Serves clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nathan J. Olson was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and grew up in the Midwest
  • He now lives in Arlington, Virginia
  • Mr. Olson focuses his practice solely on family law matters including divorce
  • property division
  • custody, support and visitation matters
  • protective orders
  • and adoptions
  • Mr. Olson strives to provide thoughtful, practical, and zealous representation while being mindful of client costs
  • Mr. Olson obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree magna cum laude from the University of Tulsa in 1999
  • In his senior year, he traveled to London, England for a study abroad program, where he interned for Sophie Rhys-Jones, the Countess of Wessex
  • After graduation, he worked in Wellington, New Zealand before attending law school
  • Mr. Olson earned his Juris Doctor degree from the George Mason University School of Law in 2006
  • Mr. Olson was the Vice-Justice of the Moot Court Board, a Legal Writing Fellow, and a member of the Civil Rights Law Journal
  • Mr. Olson began working for Cooper Ginsberg Gray, PLLC as an intern through George Mason’s Domestic Relations Legal Clinic
  • He also clerked for Cooper Ginsberg Gray, PLLC before joining the firm as an associate attorney in the fall of 2006
  • Mr. Olson is a member of the Board of Governors of the Virginia State Bar’s Young Lawyers Conference and a member of the Fairfax Bar Association
  • He is also an adjunct professor at the George Mason University School of Law
  • He is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is licensed as a Guardian ad Litem for children
  • Mr. Olson was selected as a 2013 Virginia Rising Star by Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine
  • In addition to his legal career, Mr. Olson is a published author of children’s books
  • He has authored more than thirty non-fiction books which appear in school libraries throughout the country

Practice Areas Explained

Nathan John Olson's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Child Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nathan John Olson

Where is Nathan John Olson's law office located?
Nathan John Olson's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is Cooper Ginsberg Gray PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nathan John Olson handle?
Nathan John Olson focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Nathan John Olson practiced law?
Nathan John Olson has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Nathan John Olson go to law school?
Nathan John Olson earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact Nathan John Olson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Nathan John Olson received?
Nathan John Olson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Mason University School of Law
- 2006
B.A.
University of Tulsa
- 1999

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2006

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