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
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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 25 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Shannon | October 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A life saver

There isn't enough space in this comment situation for how much I want to thank William Michael Olson. In my situation, he was a real life lifesaver. Because I'm (not) a bad person or a criminal... Just to give you a little insight, I have no criminal record... And I've never been in any real trouble.... At all... I am a farther of one. And she is my everything. My daughter is 15 year old. And I'm a longtime factory worker. I'm very involved in my daughter's life. And I've been working this same job for over 18 year's now. So you can imagine how I felt when I got into this crazy situation. Yes, I'm not perfect (like everyone else) I've made some mistakes in life just trying to make some fast money. So some of charges was passion of marijuana with intent more than... and weapons charges. And plus other's charges I want minchin. I had at least 6 charges. Basically I was going to prison. You can imagine the stress I had thinking of how I was going to (have to) have a conversation with my daughter about me maybe having to leave her for a while. Smh. So I didn't tell her yet. I held off from it. Honestly, I was to scared/afraid to. And I didn't want to lose my long time job over all this either... I was super stressed. But my friends and family told me to calm down and focus. So I did. So I called a couple of lawyers, but I wasn't satisfied. It just didn't feel right. And so a good friend of mine recommended a lawyer named (William Michael Olson.) She told me that he was a good, honest and a straight up forward guy and he (will) fight for you... And so I called him and went to meet with him. And after our small conversation I told Michael Olson about my daughter and job and he told me not to worry to mush (Even though I still did a little) Lol. He told me, You seem like a very good guy and I WILL FIGHT FOR YOU. So he did make me feel alot better after our conversation. He told the truth about what I was facing and he just kept it real about everything. He made it simple for me to understand. Long story short. We went to court, I left out only facing a little probation and a fine. So I kept my job. I'm at work right now writing this review... Lol. And I never had to tell my daughter anything about my situation. Because that was my biggest fear. Breaking my daughter's heart. So Thank You William Michael Olson!!! I really appreciate all you've done for me and my family... All my troubles about this situation are in the past... I highly recommend William Michael Olson to anyone that's serious about life...

Posted by Terri | October 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney!

I have used Mr. Olson on more than one occasion. He was very knowledgeable, thorough and dedicated to my cases. One was a somewhat complicated felony charge that was reduced to a misdemeanor and one was a DUI that was reduced to a reckless driving even though the evidence was sufficient for the DU...I! He negotiated much lower sentences in both as well. If you need someone you can trust to work in your best interest, I would most definitely recommend Mr. Olson!

Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

My family

Attorney William Olson defending me in two separate cases after losing my wife to her battle with cancer. The first case involving my teenage daughter three weeks before my wife passed we were involved in a heated shouting match which the police were called out and I end up being arrested charged wit...h simple assault simple battery-family violence. The second case involved my three biological children in which dfac where in custody. I do believe in a higher power for it was not a mistake for mr. Olson and I to meet. After Consulting with mr. Olson soon he took the case and after following his instructions some months later my three kids were in my custody and as of July 12th 2019 the second case involving my daughter is finally close. I truly believe that I could not have chosen a more compassion, professional an experience attorney to defend my case.

Posted by George | June 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Lawyer

Billy is a very professional lawyer, he absolutely did an outstanding job on my case. I would highly recommend Billy Olson to anyone.

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

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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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