Atty. Theodore B Olson
Mr. Theodore B Olson is a lawyer practicing fraud, appellate and constitutional law, administrative law and regulatory practice and 7 other areas of law.
Administrative Law And Regulatory Practice & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 60+ Years Experience
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About Theodore B Olson at a Glance
Theodore B Olson is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on ip, white collar, litigation, consumer, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1966) and District of Columbia (1982). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (Juris Doctor, 1965). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Theodore B Olson
- Mr. Theodore B Olson is a lawyer practicing fraud, appellate and constitutional law, administrative law and regulatory practice and 7 other areas of law
- Theodore received a degree from University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law in 1965, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Theodore practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Theodore B Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Theodore B Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Theodore B Olson is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
White Collar Crimes in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Theodore B Olson is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Consumer Protection in Los Angeles
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
Theodore B Olson is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in California →
Government & Administrative Law in Los Angeles
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Theodore B Olson is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
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 Theodore B 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 Theodore B Olson's practice in the field of ip, white collar, litigation, consumer, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Theodore B Olson brings 60+ 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 California and District of Columbia, Theodore B Olson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip, white collar, and litigation, Theodore B Olson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Theodore B 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 Theodore B Olson Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Theodore B Olson has experience with under California 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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