Atty. Thomas James Olson
Thomas James Olson is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, architects & engineers liability, commercial and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years.
Admiralty & Maritime & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 24+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Thomas James Olson at a Glance
Thomas James Olson is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Daniel G. Suber & Associates. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on probate, business, litigation, adr, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2002) and Indiana (2015). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 2000) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1999). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas James Olson
- Thomas James Olson is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, architects & engineers liability, commercial and 3 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years
- Thomas practices at Daniel G. Suber & Associates in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas James Olson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas James Olson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Probate in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Thomas James Olson is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Chicago
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Thomas James Olson is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Thomas 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 Thomas James Olson's practice in the field of probate, business, litigation, adr, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas James Olson brings 24+ 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 Indiana, Thomas James Olson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, business, and litigation, Thomas James Olson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Thomas James Olson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas James Olson Handles in Chicago
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