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 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Kim | March 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent team - goes above and beyond

I went through a traumatic divorce and Billy and Jenni were there for me every step of the way. They were very patient with my many emotions, questions, and concerns and supplied rational and quick action throughout the process. With every curveball thrown our way, they were professional and ready to... keep the case moving forward. I would not have survived this last year without them. This team is not just an average lawyer you call and then receive an astronomical bill later. They are direct, upfront, and truly care about your case. This team is a gem and I highly recommend them as I finally feel like I’ve been seen, heard, respected, and can move on to life after divorce with confidence as we had a very successful outcome. Thank you for everything you’ve done for my family, it is beyond appreciated and I will forever be grateful for you.

Posted by Matt | March 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Student at UGA

Billy was very personable and helpful right off the bat. While we were calling around to find a lawyer to hire for a first offense misdemeanor, all except Billy had simply explained the pretrial option and asked for a lot of money to do something that Billy explained we could do ourselves for free. B...illy explained how the system works on these cases in its entirety, and said he would fight for a better result than pretrial, something none of the other lawyers even mentioned. Once hired, Billy worked for 10 months to make sure that we got the best result possible. He explained everything in the process thoroughly and eventually led us to a great result while still never going to trial. I am so happy that we trusted Billy and I’m very impressed with his knowledge of the system and ability to negotiate on our behalf. If I had to go back I would hire Billy again 10 times out of 10. He works hard for your interests, knows what he’s doing, and treats everyone with respect while so many other lawyers just saw me as a nice check.

Posted by Jack | March 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Attorney

Mr. Olsen was incredibly helpful throughout the entire legal process. He was always available to speak and answer any questions I had. He managed to secure the best possible outcome for my case. Mr. Olsen is is very sharp and kind, and I couldn’t be more impressed. If you are looking for an attorney..., look no further than Mr. Olsen, because he is the best!

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Look no further, Billy is your man. Seriously.

After spending 65,000$ on "preeminent" Athens Criminal Defense Attorneys who never listened to me; arrogantly dismissed my inquiries; left me to rot in jail for months on end; abandoned my case and literally stole my money, good fortune finally came my way and I retained Mr. Olson. When I met Bill...y at the end of last year, I was facing two grand jury indictments with 5 felony and 8 misdemeanor charges that carried a maximum sentence of >40 years, while stuck in the County jail with no bail for 6 months. Firstly, he relentlessly worked at securing my pretrial release and frequently visited to keep me updated and at times, just to say hello. He also responded to phone calls and emails almost instantly. At that point, I knew that he actually cared and that he is my staunch advocate. Within a few weeks, I was out on bond with an ankle monitor. I was so relieved because I truly felt am stuck for so long, and was losing hope. Billy investigated my case thoroughly and entertained every legal avenue, with my best interest at heart. He was never concerned with resolving the case quickly but resolving it in the best possible way for me. Over the following two months, Billy coupled his passionate professional dedication with ingenious and unparalleled legal acumen to effectively demolish the State's case. Last week, all charges were dropped. It sounds like a miracle and I'm still in disbelief that I'm walking away from this terrible mess unscathed. But it's all thanks to Billy, who I'll be eternally indebted to and will forever be my lawyer (whether he likes it or not). I've never written a review in my life. This will be the first and last. So Seriously, stop looking for lawyers in Athens and get in touch with Billy. It'll be the best legal decision you've ever made.

Posted by Chris | October 27, 2021

Review for Bulldawg Olson

Mr.Olson is hands down” The best lawyer in the state of Ga!! He told me from day 1” He would fight for me till the end, And he kept his word , Mr.Olson is an honest and trustworthy person! I would Recommend Mr. Olson to anybody that needed a lawyer? I promise if you hire Mr. Olson him and he’s wife... and team we’ll fight like hell for you ?

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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

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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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