Atty. Steven James Olson
Steven James Olson is a lawyer practicing white collar defense and corporate investigations. Steven received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1990, and has been licensed for 36 years.
White Collar Defense And Corporate Investigations Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Steven James Olson at a Glance
Steven James Olson is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on white collar. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990), Minnesota (1993), California (1996), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1996). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1995) and Stanford University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven James Olson
- Steven James Olson is a lawyer practicing white collar defense and corporate investigations
- Steven received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1990, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Steven practices at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in Los Angeles, CA
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Steven James Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
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White Collar Crimes in Los Angeles
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Steven James 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 James Olson's practice in the field of white collar.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven James Olson brings 36+ 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, Minnesota, and California, Steven James Olson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused White Collar Practice
Concentrating on white collar means Steven James Olson's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Steven James 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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