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Nathan J. Olson was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and grew up in the Midwest. He now lives in Arlington, Virginia. Mr. Olson focuses his practice solely on family law matters including divorce; property division; custody, support and visitation matters; protective orders; and adoptions. Mr. Olson strives to provide thoughtful, practical, and zealous representation while being mindful of client costs.
Mr. Olson obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree magna cum laude from the University of Tulsa in 1999. In his senior year, he traveled to London, England for a study abroad program, where he interned for Sophie Rhys-Jones, the Countess of Wessex. After graduation, he worked in Wellington, New Zealand before attending law school.
Mr. Olson earned his Juris Doctor degree from the George Mason University School of Law in 2006. Mr. Olson was the Vice-Justice of the Moot Court Board, a Legal Writing Fellow, and a member of the Civil Rights Law Journal.
Mr. Olson began working for Cooper Ginsberg Gray, PLLC as an intern through George Mason’s Domestic Relations Legal Clinic. He also clerked for Cooper Ginsberg Gray, PLLC before joining the firm as an associate attorney in the fall of 2006. Mr. Olson is a member of the Board of Governors of the Virginia State Bar’s Young Lawyers Conference and a member of the Fairfax Bar Association. He is also an adjunct professor at the George Mason University School of Law. He is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is licensed as a Guardian ad Litem for children. Mr. Olson was selected as a 2013 Virginia Rising Star by Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine.
In addition to his legal career, Mr. Olson is a published author of children’s books. He has authored more than thirty non-fiction books which appear in school libraries throughout the country.
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Acquired: 2006
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9302 Lee Highway, Suite 1200, Fairfax, VA, 22031
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Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
Hire Nathan Olson and Jamie Shaw
You can save yourself the time (and money) of booking consultations with half the Family Law attorneys in Northern Virginia like I did trying to find the perfect investment for your child(ren)— just call Nathan Olson and Jamie Shaw. Out of everyone I spoke with, these two immediately stood out for be...
Posted by Kristina | April 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Stop looking! You found him.
Mr. Olson is an excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism. He thoroughly explained things so I could understand. From the very beginning, he provided clarity, reassurance, and a sense of comfort during an incredibly difficult time. He took the ...
Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
Nathan Olson provide great customer service and professionalism. He informed me of my options and kept me updated throughout the process until everything was completed. His rates were affordable and it was a pleasant surprise to receive a portion of my retaining fee refunded by check. I highly recom...
Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding!
Mr. Olson resolved a complex QDRO issue for me. My stress was reduced knowing the legal issue was competently managed by Mr. Olson.
Posted by Godwin | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent Attor
Nathan Olsen managed my custody case and he executed the case flawlessly. He would give you advice on what to expect and he is unusually blunt is managing expectations. He is VERY articulate and can would counter the opposing attorney when they try to be clever. His combination punches would floor a...
"Nathan Olson is a strong advocate for his clients, combining professionalism and experience to obtain solid outcomes in his cases. Nathan is extremely knowledgeable and well regarded by his peers. I happily endorse Nathan as an excellent family law attorney."
"Nathan's ability to manage high conflict cases with professionalism makes him a well rounded and effective advocate for his clients. He is an asset to the legal community, and I could not endorse him more highly."
"A few years ago, Nathan and I worked against each other in a very contentious family law matter. I was impressed with his professionalism and zealous representation of his client. He is a rising star in the family law area."
"Nathan and I were on opposite sides of a very emotional case. I found him to be pleasant and easy to work with despite our client's significant differences. I now refer cases to him whenever I can."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006 - Present
Partner, Cooper Ginsberg Gray PLLC
1900 - Present
Partner, Cooper Ginsberg Gray PLLC
2015 - Present
Virginia State BarBar Council
2015 - Present
Virginia State BarExecutive Committee
2012 - Present
George Mason University School of LawAdjunct Professor
2006 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Virgina State BarPresident-Young Lawyers Conference
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Recent Developments in the Law-CLE Seminar
2013
Child Support and Spousal Support
2013
2013
English