Atty. Sean Olson

Atty. Sean Olson

Sean Olson is the founding attorney of Olson Personal Injury Lawyers, a personal injury law firm committed to helping injury victims across Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming. With more than a decade of experience, Sean has earned a reputation as a fierce advocate in cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, and nursing home abuse.

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Profile Summary

About Sean Olson at a glance

Sean Olson is a Founder based in Golden, Colorado, practicing at Olson Personal Injury Lawyers. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Colorado (2006), Wyoming (2006), U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. District Court, District of Wyoming (2006), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2007). Educated at University of Denver Sturm College of Law (J.D., 2006) and Drake University (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Golden, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sean Olson is the founding attorney of Olson Personal Injury Lawyers, a personal injury law firm committed to helping injury victims across Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming
  • With more than a decade of experience, Sean has earned a reputation as a fierce advocate in cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, and nursing home abuse
  • He and his team have recovered millions for clients, helping them rebuild their lives after devastating injuries
  • But Sean Olson is more than just a lawyer, he’s a voice for the injured and a guide through the legal system
  • His commitment to advocacy began early, inspired by a childhood soccer coach’s mantra: Build others up
  • That principle has defined his life, from his roots in rural Wisconsin to his Emmy-winning career in photojournalism, and now, to the courtroom where he tells his clients’ stories with clarity and compassion
  • A graduate of the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where he finished in the top 1% of his class, Sean brings unmatched dedication and strategic insight to every case
  • Whether he's litigating in Colorado, New Mexico, or Wyoming, his mission is always the same: to stand up for people when they’re at their most vulnerable
  • Sean is also the author of Results Matter, a practical guide written to help individuals understand what to expect if their personal injury claim becomes a lawsuit
  • He approaches every case with that same clarity and care, easing fears, simplifying the legal process, and relentlessly pursuing justice
  • Outside the courtroom, Sean lives in the Colorado foothills with his wife, two kids, and their many four-legged companions
  • When he's not fighting for clients, you’ll likely find him fly fishing, mountain biking, or passing along that same life lesson to his children: Build others up

Practice Areas Explained

Sean Olson's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Sean Olson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Colorado →

Wrongful Death

Sean Olson is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Colorado →

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.

Sean Olson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sean Olson

Where is Sean Olson's law office located?
Sean Olson's law practice is located in Golden, Colorado. The firm is Olson Personal Injury Lawyers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean Olson handle?
Sean Olson focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Sean Olson practiced law?
Sean Olson has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Sean Olson go to law school?
Sean Olson earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Sean Olson for a consultation?
You can contact Sean Olson 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
- 2006
B.A.
Drake University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 2006
Wyoming
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. District Court, District of Wyoming
Admitted: 2006
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2007
New Mexico
Admitted: 2024

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