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Alan C. Olson
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employee Benefits
50%
37 years | 570 cases
Employment and Labor
50%
37 years | 1,600 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 240-450 per hour
Contingency
20%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 36 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Alan C. Olson & Associates, SC
2880 S. Moorland Rd, New Berlin, WI, 53151
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Practice Areas
Employment & Labor (114)
Lawsuits & Disputes (58)
Wrongful Termination (21)
Contracts & Agreements (14)
Discrimination (13)
Insurance (4)
Social Security Disability (4)
Appeals (3)
Litigation (3)
Administrative Law (2)
Business (2)
Employee Benefits (2)
Sexual Harassment (2)
Arbitration (1)
Civil Rights (1)
Guardianship (1)
Mediation (1)
Personal Injury (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (121)
Advocacy (105)
Recommendation (80)
Professionalism (73)
Responsiveness (66)
Communication Style (61)
Practice Area Knowledge (60)
General Knowledge (49)
Character & Conduct (39)
Trustworthiness (26)
Compassion (20)
Cost of Services (15)
Staff & Support (15)
Punctuality (6)
Free Consultations (1)
Payment Plans (1)
Showing 21 - 25 of 49 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Navin | July 05, 2018 | Wrongful Termination
Consultation
I recently consulted Alan for my situation related to my termination from my earlier employer. He provided me with valuable insight.
Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Physician Healthcare Executive
Mr. Olson invested the necessary time and effort to fully understand my concerns and effectively advocate on my behalf. His diligent efforts and sound legal advice resulted in a very favorable employment severance agreement. I would highly recommend Mr. Olson to any healthcare executive seeking simi...
Posted by Bonnie | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Outstanding attorney for representation of your rights as an employee
I want to start this review out by saying I had a very complex and complicated case which Mr. Olson did not hesitate to take. I received a very good settlement from an organization I worked for in an executive position, which typically is difficult to fight because of their size, resources and reputa...
Posted by David | December 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Best Employment lawyer in Metro Milwaukee!
Before I hired a lawyer I did my homework and Alan Olson is the best in the Milwaukee area! Your case is only as good as your lawyer! Our "opponents" recognized this and I received a good severance settlement from my former employer. Attorney Olson handled everything in a professional, knowledgeab...
Posted by Ann | October 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Outstanding attorney and team
I highly recommend Attorney Olson and his team if you are looking for results. Although my case was unusually long, attorney Olson stood be me and advised me on the next steps without hesitation; he truly believed we could get some kind of resolution, and we did. If you feel you have been wronged b...
Alan C. Olson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Alan is our go-to guy on employment issues. We have worked with him and referred clients to him and his results are always impressive."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"When my mother was facing an issue with her former employer after having been laid off and denied unemployment compensation, I did not hesitate to contact Alan as a fellow attorney. Alan was incredibly knowledgeable of the law as it applied to my mother's situation and was absolutely instrumental in my obtaining a favorable result for my mother in an area of law that I was unfamiliar with. We could not have done it without Alan and I do not hesitate to recommend him to any friends, family members or clients who happen to be facing an employment law issue. He is outstanding-- at the top of his field."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a tireless and wonderful advocate. The best"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I am a former practicing attorney and hired Alan Olson's firm to represent me in a LTD matter. I would recommend Alan without reservation to anyone in need of effective and caring representation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse Alan Olson's work. Alan is a well-prepared, meticulous and trustworthy attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Al for over 20 years. He is one of only a few attorneys that does exclusively employee's work. Al takes care of his clients."
"For most people, workplace problems with an employer can be very stressful and overwhelming. Al is a thorough and competent attorney who does an excellent job representing workers in these situations, and I strongly recommend Al to anyone who feels that they have been mistreated by their employer."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. I've served as a netral mediator in cases that Alan has been an advocate. Alan was terrific to work with and was very effective in getting excellent results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work.a Allan C. Olson is a dedicated, hard working, extremely successful employee rights advocate, who holds the respect of the judges and colleagues in the legal community. I mention his name to any clients who require his services. Attorney James A. Pitts, Racine, WI"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is smart and tough. I am a management employment lawyer and have recommended him to friends and others. If I had an employment issue, I would use him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I am an attorney-mediator. Attorney Olson's work has always been very professional and he is always well prepared. He practices with high ethical standards and represents his clients with a unique commitment to bring justice to the situation. His zealous representation complies with his over-all obligations as an attorney and as an officer of the court."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred several clients and personal friends to Mr. Olson for employment-related questions and have heard nothing but positive feedback for his professional demeanor and level of expertise."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Our law offices refer employment law matters to Alan because of the top-notch work that he does. He has great success and is one attorney to whom we can refer matters and know that the matter will be handled well. Mike Schober, Attorney"
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Experience
Honors
2022
Senior Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2022
AV Peer and Judiciary Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Litigation - Labor & Employment, The Best Lawyers in America
2021
Senior Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2021
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2021
AV Peer and Judiciary Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
Litigation - Labor & Employment, The Best Lawyers in America
2020
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2020
Litigation - Labor & Employment, The Best Lawyers in America
2020
AV Peer and Judiciary Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2019
AV Peer and Judiciary Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Litigation - Labor & Employment, The Best Lawyers in America
2018
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2018
AV Peer and Judiciary Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Litigation - Labor & Employment, The Best Lawyers in America
2017
AV Peer and Judiciary Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Peer and Judiciary Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Leading Lawyers, Employee Rights, AVVO and M Magazine
2015
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2015
Leader in the Law, Wisconsin Law Journal
2014
A+ Accreditation, Better Business Bureau
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyers, Employee Litigation, Thomson Reuters
2014
Leading Lawyers, Employee Rights, M Magazine
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Pro Bono Honor Society, State Bar of Wisconsin
2013
Leading Lawyers, Employee Rights, M Magazine
2012
Leading Lawyers, Employee Rights, M Magazine
2010
Outstanding Pro Bono Law Firm Participation Award, Legal Action of Wisconsin
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Founder and Managing Partner, Alan Olson & Associates
Associations
2015 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaFellow
2000 - Present
Lawyers for Civil JusticeMember
1989 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Wisconsin Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
1989 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
2015 - 2017
State Bar of Wisconsin, Labor and Employment Law SectionBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Strozinsky v. Brown Deer School District
Successful Constructive Discharge Claim
Pamela J. Key v. UNUM
Denial of LTD benefits "arbitrary and capricious"
Paul Krolnik v. Prudential
Lower Court Ordered to Consider Our Evidence
Phillips v. U.S. Bank, N.A.
Our client won her right to a jury trial for wages
Castell v. MetLife
Client won LTD benefits
Weitzenkamp v. Unum Life Insurance Co. of America
Win for disabled client
Tracy L. Wink v. Miller Compressing Company
Jury Verdict in Favor of Employee/Client
Rouse ex rel. United States v. Odyssey Healthcare
$30M
Kaiser v. United of Omaha Life Ins. Co.
Theresa Noble v. T-Lon Products
Mowery v. Metro. Life Ins. Co.
Alberth v. Southern Lakes Plumbing & Heating Inc.
FMLA and ADA litigation
Confidential Settlement
Leslie Meganck vs. Ascension Columbia St. Mary's,
Education
1989
Marquette University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Wisconsin, Madison
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
State Bar of Wisconsin, Labor and Employment Law Section
False Claims Act Whistleblower Protections
2016
Health, Labor, and Employment Law Institute
Whistleblower Protections Under the False Claims Act
2015
Milwaukee Bar Association, CLE Committee
Mediation Best Practices: What are best practices for preparing and presenting your case during mediation?
2015
Milwaukee Bar Association
Pitfalls, Pratfalls and Pearls of ERISA-LTD Litigation
2013
Cardboard Boots, Steroids and Super Rogues
False Claims Act
2009
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 -- Inside The Treasure Chest
Wisconsin employment benefits and employment rights under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
2007
Avoiding Hiring/Firing Pitfalls
Identification of Employer Vulnerabilities and Development of Fix Strategies
Publications
2019
MKE Lifestyle magazine
BETTER, NOT BIGGER
2017
Bloomberg Law Reports
Metal Recycler on Hook for Bias Against Worker With Autistic Son
2017
LABOR ＆ EMPLOYMENT LAW BLOG
Seventh Circuit Overrules ‘But-For’ Causation Standard under False Claims Act
2014
Wisconsin Lawyer
2013 Pro Bono Honor Society
2014
Wisconsin Law Journal
Olson's Supreme Court win part of his underdog passion
2012
2011
The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc.
Court Says Unum Can’t Use Plan Limitation Left Out of SPD to End Disability Benefits
2011
Web-log
Whistleblower Case Advances
2011
2011
2011
2010
2009
Wisconsin Law Journal
Employment discrimination claims on the rise in federal courts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can significant changes (salary and productivity equation) in my contract occur without my signature to the Amendment?
10 Sep 2024
Q&A
Do I have leverage to ask for increased severance?
08 Dec 2023
Q&A
I was required to sign an employee agreement contract but was given a new one a month later does this void the original one?
27 Sep 2022
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
How to Get the Goods Before You Get the LTD Benefits
29 Aug 2009
Legal Guide
How to Penetrate the LTD Carrier's Administrative Record for Evidence of Bad Faith/Incompetence
29 Aug 2009