Atty. Philip S. Olsen

Atty. Philip S. Olsen

Philip S. Olsen is a lawyer practicing corporate, tax.

Boston Boston 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (617) 228-4415 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Philip S. Olsen at a glance

Philip S. Olsen is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Burns & Levinson LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982) and New York U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (2006). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1982) and Stonehill College (B.A. Political, 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Philip S. Olsen is a lawyer practicing corporate, tax
  • Philip S. received a B.A. degree from Stonehill College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Philip S. practices at Burns & Levinson LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Philip S. Olsen's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip S. Olsen

Where is Philip S. Olsen's law office located?
Philip S. Olsen's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Burns & Levinson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip S. Olsen handle?
Philip S. Olsen focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Philip S. Olsen practiced law?
Philip S. Olsen has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Philip S. Olsen go to law school?
Philip S. Olsen earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. Political, 1979).
How can I contact Philip S. Olsen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip S. Olsen received?
Philip S. Olsen's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1982
B.A. Political
Stonehill College
- 1979

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
New York U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2006

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