Atty. Robert Olson
Mr. Robert Olson is a lawyer practicing construction, litigation, personal injury -- defense and 3 other areas of law.
Construction & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 56+ Years Experience
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About Robert Olson at a Glance
Robert Olson is a Principal based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Schlemlein Goetz Fick & Scruggs, PLLC. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1970) and Washington (1974). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1970) and Augustana College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of King County, Washington State (Chair, Construction Law Section, 2007) and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation TIPS) Bar Associations Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Olson
- Mr. Robert Olson is a lawyer practicing construction, litigation, personal injury -- defense and 3 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Robert practices at Schlemlein Goetz Fick & Scruggs, PLLC in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Personal Injury in Seattle
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.
Robert Olson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Workers Compensation in Seattle
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Robert Olson is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Washington →
Civil Litigation in Seattle
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert Olson is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Robert 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 Robert Olson's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Olson brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Washington, Robert Olson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, workers comp, and litigation, Robert Olson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Robert Olson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Olson Handles in Seattle
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