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William Michael Olson
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Biography
Mr. Olson is a zealous advocate with extensive experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. He also has worked tirelessly on behalf of nonprofits in the community to ensure the underrepresented and vulnerable have equal access to representation and justice.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
Family
50%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 20 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
The Olson Law Office LLC
PO Box 8103, Athens, GA 30603, 220 College Avenue, Suite 616, Athens, GA, 30601
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Posted by Tasha | September 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney
The bomb lawyer
Mr.olson is a great lawyer. Does what he sayes, is there on time, listens to your side, and helps make you feel in co troll of your situation. I am so grateful I bumbed into him in the court house. After seeing how pleased his clients were with him I knew he was the lawyer I needed. I was not wrong. ...
Posted by anonymous | September 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Excellent attorney
Billy and his incredible wife/paralegal/investigator Jenni handled my divorce. Trust me when I say: hire them! After my divorce proceedings languished for years, and I had spent many thousands of dollars with another attorney, I was at my wit’s end. I hired The Olson Law Office and my divorce was f...
Posted by Peyton | August 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Awesome Lawyer
Billy was there for me with every need. This was my first time ever having to deal with anything like his. He listened, understood, & guided me with every step.
Posted by Jada | August 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney
The best lawyer a money can buy !
Attorney Olsen was a great Defense attorney. My family and I had been dealing with a case for two years! Attorney Olsen kept us abreast every step of the way. We never step foot in the court room. His due diligence as a defense attorney lead to the case being dismissed! I couldn’t have ask for bette...
Posted by Matthew | July 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Down to earth, Excellent lawyer
Mr. Olson (or just Billy, as he likes to be called) represented me as a lawyer and comforted me as a true friend would! I couldn't ask for a better attorney. Along with the excellent help he gave me he did it less expensive than other attorney I consulted with. I will always be grateful!
William Michael Olson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Billy is an intelligent, hardworking, and zealous advocate. He can be counted on to do everything in his power to obtain a favorable result for his clients."
"Billy and I began our legal careers together on opposite sides of the courtroom. He is earnest, fair, and hardworking, with far more trial experience than most lawyers. When we are on opposite sides, I know that he will advocate for his client, but also be up front and fair in negotiations to try to resolve a case."
"Billy Olson is a great advocate for his clients with the skills and knowledge to make sure they receive the best possible outcome. If someone is charged with a crime, they would be lucky to have Billy in their corner."
"Billy Olson is a great attorney who knows the law and is excellent in front of a jury. I endorse this lawyer."
Kalki Yalamanchili
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, The Olson Law Office, LLC
2009 - 2012
Staff Attorney, Athens Justice Project
2007 - 2009
Assistant District Attorney, Western Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office
2006 - 2007
Public Defender, Barrow County Public Defender's Office
Associations
Western Circuit Bar Association
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Education
2005
Mississippi College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
University of Georgia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Felony Drug Court Graduations
Treatment Courts, Recovery, & Alternatives to Incarceration
2012
Athens Workforce Enhancement Reentry Curriculum
Collateral Consequences of Arrests and Conviction
Languages
English