Atty. Steven D Olson
Mr. Steven D Olson is a lawyer practicing environmental & natural resources, litigation, sustainability and 1 other area of law.
Environmental / Natural Resources & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 26+ Years Experience
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About Steven D Olson at a Glance
Steven D Olson is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Tonkon Torp LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on litigation and environmental. Admitted to practice in Oregon (2000) and Washington Ohio Texas Nebraska California Montana U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District (2007). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School J.D. magna cum laude (—) and United States Coast Guard Academy B.S. Dean's List United States Coast Guard Academy Tulane University United States Coast Guard Academy School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine (—). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven D Olson
- Mr. Steven D Olson is a lawyer practicing environmental & natural resources, litigation, sustainability and 1 other area of law
- Steven received a degree from United States Coast Guard Academy, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Steven practices at Tonkon Torp LLP in Portland, OR
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Steven D Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven D Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Environmental Law in Portland
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon 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 Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-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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Why Clients in Portland Choose Steven D 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 Steven D Olson's practice in the field of litigation and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven D Olson brings 26+ 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 Oregon and Washington Ohio Texas Nebraska California Montana U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District, Steven D Olson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation and environmental, Steven D Olson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means Steven D 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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