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
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  • Credit Card

Awards

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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 16 - 20 of 21 reviews | Compassion

Posted by James Simpson | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

William “Billy” Olsen

He is a fantastic lawyer. I was facing a ten year sentence and without him I would be in jail for a crime I was not guilty of. He truly cares about his clients and seeks justice for all.

Posted by Melizza | January 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

4th conviction overturned

This would have been my fourth conviction for trafficking. I should have got 20 to 30 years. I just got done serving 2 years and I honestly thought I was heading back to prison but Mr. Olson fought FOR me, something I never thought a court appointed attorney would do! From the first time we met, he t...reated me like a person. He listened, respected me and fought for me. He didn't give up when the district attorney didn't give in and he kept fighting until we got something that kept me out of prison. I wish I would have met Mr. Olson before I wasted $20,000 on my previous attorney who did nothing for me. Mr. Olson went above and beyond to always make me feel comfortable, reassured, and informed. He actually fought for me and helped me win back for my freedom and peace of mind. Thank you Mr. Olson for everything! You are an exceptional attorney and one I would highly recommend over and over again!

Posted by Tammy | November 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Simply The Best!!!

My relationship began with Billy and Jenni in 2016. I was needing an attorney who was experienced and knowledgeable yet also reasonably priced. My daughter had a very serious charge and a case with some very odd and weird circumstances involved. As a single mother i needed the best of the best for he...r along with something i could afford and that isnt easy to find. After meeting Billy i knew right away his team was what i wanted and needed for my daughter. Little did i know that very day that i had hired not only a very professional and knowledgeable attorney i also gained some extra family. It was a long drawn out case and so many circumstances happened in that time. Billy and Jenni continued to work hard in this time. There were many tiring sleepless nights for them and my family as well. They gave so much to my daughter and her case i could never repay them. They genuinely care for their clients and put way more effort than they had to. I contacted them when worried or when i had questions(frequently) and at all hours of day and night and they would answer and be my support. I couldnt have ask for a better law firm or any better team. We didnt get what we expected and actually got a devastating sentence on our first trial so this team went to work and pursued another avenue. They do not give up on you and are very capable of making sure justice is done. If your looking for the best around without having to sell your soul these are your people without a doubt. Thanks for being all you are Billy and for treating us like family. I could not have made it without every single thing you did for

Posted by Latasha Brown | August 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

BEST LAWYER

BEST LAWYER I'VE EVER HIRED! This generous guy was amazing to sit and watch..even though I was so nervous he kept me calm in every way..he explains everything to YOU and keeps nothing from you. He don't just have phone conversations with you..he is a face to face type of guy and always fit you in his... schedule no matter how busy he is..i would recommend him to anyone with no hesitations. He listens,ask questions and gets straight to the point! I'll always love and admire him and his great work that he does and will do for any client! BILLY OLSON is just ABSOLUTELY great at what he does!

Posted by Janet | July 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great attorney

Mr. Olson has been my sons attorney on a lot of different issues over the past 8 years, from dfcs cases, criminal cases and a divorce Mr. Olson has always worked very hard with my son on making sure that everything went as smooth as possible for him. He made calls himself to get him in a drug treatme...nt program that would be the best for my son, has worked very hard going back and forth to court several times on his criminal cases and explained to the DA and Judge what had happen and why he had went off the deep end and gotten into a lot of trouble in a 2 mo span, during all this he was also representing him in a very contested divorce case and also put in the middle all this was kids that wanted to be with their daddy because their mother was deceased ( the divorcee was their step-mother) and didn't want his kids anymore, but because of all the criminal cases dfcs got involved and took the kids. My son was very distraught and upset but Mr Olson spent a lot of time explaining why things needed to go thru the system and how he could get himself straightened back out, and would always make sure we both understood what happened in court and why, he would always give him a pep talk and tell him just because he had made some bad decisions he wasn't a bad person, and to keep putting one foot in front of the other and keep going the right direction, he would just call/text him to check on him sometimes just to make sure he was doing all he needed to be doing and was doing ok . All this has been going thru the systems for the last 10 months this go around after not needing a lawyer for 7 years, but it is all about to be over within the next 2 weeks, and he will have criminal cases settled, the divorce settled, and his children back. Billy has been the best attorney I think we could have hired. He really fought hard for my son and when the DA wouldn't budge any on sentencing he would ask for the next court date to continue to negotiate. As many court cases I have sat thru over the last 10 months and seen how many attorneys just seemed to do the bare minimum to represent their clients and how many people that have asked to have more time to hire a different attorney I must truly say I believe my son got the very best attorney around in Billy Olson. I would highly recommend him to anyone that needs a great attorney.

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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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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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