Atty. Philip Alan Olsen

Atty. Philip Alan Olsen

Philip Alan Olsen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, mediation. Philip received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Tahoe City Tahoe City 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Philip Alan Olsen at a glance

Philip Alan Olsen is a Member based in Tahoe City, California, practicing at Philip A. Olsen. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1975), Nevada (1976), U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986). Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1975) and Stanford University (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tahoe-Truckee and Nevada County Bar Associations State Bar of California State Bar of Nevada. Serands clients in Tahoe City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Philip Alan Olsen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, mediation
  • Philip received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Philip practices at Philip A. Olsen in Tahoe City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Alan Olsen's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Philip Alan Olsen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Philip Alan Olsen is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Tahoe City 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip Alan Olsen

Where is Philip Alan Olsen's law office located?
Philip Alan Olsen's law practice is located in Tahoe City, California. The firm is Philip A. Olsen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Alan Olsen handle?
Philip Alan Olsen focuses on personal injury, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Philip Alan Olsen practiced law?
Philip Alan Olsen has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Philip Alan Olsen go to law school?
Philip Alan Olsen earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact Philip Alan Olsen for a consultation?
You can contact Philip Alan Olsen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Philip Alan Olsen received?
Philip Alan Olsen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1975
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
Nevada
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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