Atty. Phillip A. Olson
Phillip A. Olson is a lawyer practicing civil rights, probate, criminal defense and 4 other areas of law.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Lombard, IL · 53+ Years Experience
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About Phillip A. Olson at a Glance
Phillip A. Olson is a Member based in Lombard, Illinois, practicing at Phillip A. Olson. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1972). Serves clients in Lombard, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Phillip A. Olson
- Phillip A. Olson is a lawyer practicing civil rights, probate, criminal defense and 4 other areas of law
- Phillip has been licensed for 53 years
- Phillip practices at Phillip A. Olson in Lombard, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Phillip A. Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Phillip A. Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lombard.
Probate in Lombard
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Criminal Defense in Lombard
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Lombard
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Phillip A. Olson is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Lombard
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Phillip A. Olson is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Rights in Lombard
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Phillip A. Olson is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lombard
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lombard are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Lombard Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lombard-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 Lombard Choose Phillip A. Olson
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 Phillip A. Olson's practice in the field of probate, criminal defense, estate planning, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Phillip A. Olson brings 53+ 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 probate, criminal defense, and estate planning, Phillip A. Olson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lombard
A Lombard-based practice means Phillip A. Olson 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 Phillip A. Olson Handles in Lombard
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Phillip A. Olson has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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