$ 400-400 per hour
James Timothy Olsen
About James
Biography
I boost your capacity for building your business. My clients gain time, achieve clarity, and create better outcomes with my counsel.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 14 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2011
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Location
Law Offices of James Timothy Olsen
800 Transfer Road, Suite 100, Saint Paul, MN, 55114
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James Timothy Olsen's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jeff | May 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Attitude is Everything
I hired James based on the feedback in a review that praised his calm respectful demeanor and how it decompressed a tense negotiating situation. I ended up getting exactly what was described. James was able to hold the line during the negotiation of the sale of my business while always keeping the ...
Posted by J. Marie | December 4, 2014
Highly recommend!
James worked with our nonprofit to create a contract for a new employee. He was prompt, effective, and knew his stuff. It saved us time and money to work with Morbey & Olsen. They say their goal is to "provide exceptional and strategic legal solutions" for their clients and Olsen did just that!
Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2014
The Right Turn
James helped me and a business partner of mine negotiate terms on an option agreement that, to be quite frank, had already gotten ugly. His courteous, professional approach to handling both parties along with his knowledge and perseverance helped us work out the best deal possible for our company. Tu...
Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2014
James is the man!
He's excellent in every way, shape and form. James takes care of all my contracts and educates me fully on matters I don't understand. I would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Alex | November 20, 2014
Helped us get the rights to our film back
My writing partner and I were in a bind regarding a sloppy purchase agreement we signed to get a film project we created up and going. When interest for the project came from a new investment team James took the time to negotiate with both parties to find an agreement that gave us the opportunity to ...
James Timothy Olsen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. James is an ethical and skilled attorney with experience in business law."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known James for years now. He is one of the most thoughtful, ethical, and practical business lawyers out there! As a business and estate planning lawyer myself, I would have no problem trusting James with my own business planning needs."
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"I have referred clients to James and continue to do so. James has an excellent reputation in the legal community. He gives thoughtful attention to each client. I especially appreciate the practical guidance he gives clients as he explains their legal options."
"James and I attended law school together. He is a talented and conscientious lawyer and a credit to our law school."
"I endorse this lawyer. In business, or any area of the law, you want ethical representation, James Olsen is as ethical as he is skilled and would be a fantastic asset for any business/situation."
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Experience
Honors
2007
Dean's Award - Legal Writing, University of St. Thomas
2004
Dean's Award, University of Washington
2003
Dean's Award, University of Washington
2002
Dean's Award, University of Washington
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Partner, Seiler Law, PLLC
2016 - 2022
Principal | Attorney, JTO Legal Services
2012 - 2015
Managing Partner, Morbey & Olsen, PLLP
2010 - 2012
In-House Legal Counsel & HR Consultant, VIR Solutions, Inc.
2005 - 2007
Team Leader & Termination Technician, Siemens Magnet Technology, Ltd. (UK)
Associations
2020 - Present
Greater Stillwater Chamber of CommerceMember
2019 - Present
Chesterton Academy of the St. Croix ValleyVice Chair
2004 - Present
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Alumni AssociationMember
2004 - Present
University of Washington Alumni AssociationLifetime Member
2014 - 2018
Ordway Circle of StarsBoard Member
2013 - 2016
Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2016
MN Film & TVCommittee Member
2011 - 2016
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2014
American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2014
Ramsey County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Oceandrum, LLC d/b/a Zydeco Design vs Scott Thompson, One Song Movie, LLC
Settled
Education
2018
University of Saint Thomas (St Paul, MN)
MA - Masters
2010
University of St. Thomas School of Law - Minneapolis
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Graphics Design Class Presentation
Choosing your entity as an artist
Languages
Italian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
My wife and I are doing a will . If I die first can I put in my will that my wife gets my oil and gas rights?
01 Oct 2022
Q&A
Does this look like a scam?
11 Sep 2022
Q&A
My trademark for MEGTANK is being opposed. I need to find an attorney who will help me defend it for the media or contingency?
05 Jul 2022
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Five lessons from a pinched wool coat
06 Jan 2015
Legal Guide
As an artist, when do you need an entertainment attorney?
04 Dec 2014
Legal Guide
What’s your business’ waste telling you?
03 Dec 2014