Shaun T. Olsen

Shaun T. Olsen

also known as Shaun Olsen

4.8
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 23 years

Foreclosure Lawyer at Merrillville, IN
Practice Areas: Foreclosure, Bankruptcy & Debt, Estate Planning ... +4 more

8585 Broadway, Ste. 680, Merrillville, IN

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Shaun

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Foreclosure 20%

18 years

20%
Family 15%

13 years

15%
Guardianship 10%

24 years

10%
Probate 10%

24 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Pro bono

5 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 22 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2003

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 23 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2002

Voluntarily Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Olsen Legal Group Ltd.

8585 Broadway, Ste. 680, Merrillville, IN, 46410

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Shaun T. Olsen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews

Posted by Debbie | September 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney

DA

Shawn was attentive and a pleasure to do business with both times I hired him. He was attentive an did not treat u like "another case"....Shawn I wish u the best...u were wonderful ....I will hire u again in a heartbeat

Posted by Lori Lynn | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Easy to Work With

Typically I throw out all solicitations in the mail, but for whatever reason I kept Mr. Olsen's and called when I was in great need of a lawyer quickly. It was the best decision I've made in years! Mr. Olsen is very personable and puts you at ease. I never felt looked down on, disrespected, or rushed... through like I was just another case number. He is very clear explaining everything and patient with questions. From the first consultation I felt great relief that everything was going to work out fine and I would be OK with my situation. The online system he uses made it very easy for me to keep up with my case and submit documents when I had time, which was typically late at night or on weekends. As questions popped in my head, I could submit them in the system even if it was long past office hours. Several times Mr. Olsen answered my questions right away late at night, on weekends, and even on a holiday. None of my questions were urgent, but to get them answered that quickly saved hours of worrying and sleepless nights. Mr. Olsen's staff are wonderful to deal with as well. I highly recommend Mr. Olsen, especially for bankruptcy and/or foreclosure cases.

Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Knowledgeable, friendly, and professional

We sought help from Atty Olsen at a very difficult time in our lives. We tried to file a bankruptcy ourselves, and dug ourselves into a deep, legal hole. Atty Olsen was able to help us rectify the situation very quickly. He answered all of our questions and explained the entire process in detail so w...e were not left guessing what the next step would be. Atty Olsen gave us a peace of mind in a tough situation and we could not be more grateful.

Posted by Jon | August 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Great 1:1 interaction and very knowledgeable

Shawn helped us with Finalizing our international adoption domestically and drafting our wills, living wills and powers of attorney. He was very helpful and highly knowledgeable on all subjects and gave us more 1:1 time with him than I expected. He was very easy to talk to and very personable and w...as able to convey information in terms we could easily understand. All matters were handled efficiently and professionally and I really felt he represented us will, especially in the court hearing. His staff was extremely friendly as well. Thank you, Shaun! You literally helped complete our family.

Posted by Matt | July 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Ethical, Excellent

Mr. Olsen solicited my business via a letter. He took on my debt case, and eventually the case was dismissed. Mr. Olsen was very honest about my case, and at no point did he make promises he couldn't keep. His office kept me updated every time something came up. Mr. Olsen promptly responded to my... queries, including on a holiday. I would recommend Mr. Olsen for any case he specializes in. If he contacts you via solicitation, it's in your best interest to respond.

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Shaun T. Olsen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lynda LeBlanc

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I fully endorse Shaun. He is the first attorney I call for help on debt and bankruptcy issues for my clients in family law matters. I have also had a few family law matters where Shaun has represented the other side, and he is a delight to work with. If a settlment can be made, we work well together to accomplish that, but if we need to take an issue to court, he is well prepared and advocates for his client."

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Karl Hand

Car accident lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amanda Hires

Debt settlement lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shaun Olsen is an extremely articulate litigator who represents clients to the highest degree of professionalism."

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Christopher Schmidgall

General practice lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shaun is a highly ethical, highly intelligent outstanding attorney."

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Christopher Schmidgall

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Amanda Hires

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Top 10 Best Indiana DUI Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2002

Honors Program Graduate, Valparaiso University School of Law

2002

Cum Laude Graduate, Valparaiso University School of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Member, Olsen Legal Group Ltd.

2010 - Present

Judge Pro Temp, Lake County Superior Court Civil & County Divisions

2002 - 2013

Associate, Weiss & Schmidgall, P.C.

2001 - 2002

Judicial Extern, U.S. District Court for the Northern District Of Indiana

2001 - 2001

Summer Extern, Office Of The Illinois Attorney General

Associations

2014 - Present

Technology Committee, Indiana State Bar Assocaition

Member

2014 - Present

Attorney Fee Dispute Resolution Committee, Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

2000 - 2002

Valparaiso University Law Review

Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

Johnson, et al. v. Wysocki, et al.

Prevailed in June 25, 2013 Indiana Supreme Court Decision that Established New Law in Indiana favorable to Client overturning "buyer beware" rule for most residential home purchases.

Chase Home Finance LLC v. Bobis

Prevailed in Indiana Court of Appeals Case that Affirmed Dismissal of Foreclosure in case involving Robo-Signing

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Education

2002

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Illinois State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

Lake County Bar Association Family Law Conference

Mortgage Foreclosures and Refinancing—How to Protect Your Client and Beat the Lender

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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