Atty. Thomas Richard Olson

Atty. Thomas Richard Olson

Thomas Richard Olson is a lawyer practicing construction law, fidelity and surety law, business and 6 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point in 1982, and has been licensed for 45 years.

West St. Paul West St. Paul 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Richard Olson at a glance

Thomas Richard Olson is a Partner based in West St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at Olson Construction Law, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, construction, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1981), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1998), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1999). Educated at Hamline University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in West St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Richard Olson is a lawyer practicing construction law, fidelity and surety law, business and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point in 1982, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Thomas practices at Olson Construction Law, P.C. in West St. Paul, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Richard Olson's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

Thomas Richard Olson is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

Thomas Richard Olson is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Richard Olson

Where is Thomas Richard Olson's law office located?
Thomas Richard Olson's law practice is located in West St. Paul, Minnesota. The firm is Olson Construction Law, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Richard Olson handle?
Thomas Richard Olson focuses on contracts, business, construction, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Thomas Richard Olson practiced law?
Thomas Richard Olson has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Thomas Richard Olson go to law school?
Thomas Richard Olson earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Thomas Richard Olson for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Richard 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.
What awards or recognition has Thomas Richard Olson received?
Thomas Richard Olson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hamline University School of Law
- 1985
B.S.
University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2005
Nebraska
Admitted: 2008
North Dakota
Admitted: 2009
Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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