William Michael Olson

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William Michael Olson

also known as Billy Olson

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Athens, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

PO Box 8103, Athens, GA 30603, 220 College Avenue, Suite 616, Athens, GA

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About William

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Felonies, misdemeanors, DUI, traffic

50%
Family 50%

Divorce, Legitimation, Custody

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 19 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2006

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Olson Law Office LLC

PO Box 8103, Athens, GA 30603, 220 College Avenue, Suite 616, Athens, GA, 30601

theolsonlawoffice.com/

William Michael Olson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

116 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 116 reviews

Posted by Jorda | May 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Best lawyer you can get

One of the nicest guys I have met. Did everything to help me out and get the best deal for me. If you ever need legal help, Billy is the guy to call. I can't thank him enough for all his help. I recommend everyone to use his service.

Posted by Fernando | April 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Trust Billy as a lawyer

Had a great experience with Billy Olson helped me with my case never letted me down

Posted by Lena | April 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Have Faith

was a long process but the outcome was worth the wait. when called he responded right away and kept us informed

Posted by Amy | February 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Billy Olsen Law Firm- A++++

The Olsen Law Firm is a wonderful place to end up. I know a lot of people never hire a lawyer, but sometimes things happen. I found myself in need and a friend in the justice system recommended The Olsen Law Firm. Billy Olsen and his team will take care of you! His law firm is very knowledgea...ble, professional and talented. Please put your trust in them. They will do everything they can to help you. I can't recommend them more.

Posted by Insha Kerri | November 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer in the world

I don’t leave reviews unless I mean them, and I am leaving this review honestly. Mr Billy. (Olson) is the BEST lawyer you could have on your side. I’ll say my charges were pretty serious. It wasn’t how prosecution said, but it looked pretty bad. Mr Billy kept me calm through this whole process. Even ...at court I had an actual panic attack. A bad one. He literally held my arm to keep me steady until I was done standing in front of the judge. He constantly reassured me, but most of all he got me more than what I thought I could get from a lawyer. He’s so amazing I swear I can not find the words. This man is everything you’ll ever need in a lawyer. That’s the truth. Even after settling and making a great deal with the DA, he is still going above and beyond to try and her and old sentence removed so I can use my first offenders before I’m done with probation. I also watched him around the courtroom, EVERYONE there has respect for this man. I mean EVERYONE. Every lawyer, the judge. Even prosecution. As I saw other lawyers speak, I was so glad I had Mr Billy even more. I can’t show him enough gratitude.

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William Michael Olson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Charles

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Anna Bolden

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Kalki Yalamanchili

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Markus Boenig

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Billy Olson is a great attorney who knows the law and is excellent in front of a jury. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kalki Yalamanchili

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

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

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