Jared William Olen

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Jared William Olen

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime ... +6 more

35 N. Lake Ave., Ste. 710, Pasadena, CA

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About Jared

Biography

Top-Tier Criminal Defense. Trusted. Tenacious. Call NOW! When you are charged with a crime, you deserve the strongest, most effective, dedicated defense. No matter what you're charged with---from DUIs to robbery to drugs and guns to murder and everything in between---The Olen Firm has your back.

Top-Rated Cannabis Defense for High-Stakes Criminal Charges.

Top-Tier Criminal Defense. Trusted. Tenacious. When you're charged with a crime, I have your back.

When a DUI Threatens Your Future, The Olen Firm Fights Back.

Top-Rated Drug Crime Defense — Strategic, Respected, Relentless.

Second Chances Start Here — Compassionate Expungement Help.

Defending Youth, Protecting Potential. When your child is charged with a crime, you deserve the best defense.

Charged with a Sex Crime? We Fight Hard, We Fight Smart.

Fierce Defense for Violent Crime Charges — Protecting Your Future.

White-Collar Defense Backed by Expertise and Tenacity.

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

I represent clients in all areas of criminal defense, including DUIs, vehicular manslaughter, suspended license, robbery, assault, kidnapping, pimping/pandering, vandalism, drugs, firearms/weapons, juvenile delinquency, expungements/arrest sealings.

30%
DUI and DWI 15%

Fierce, effective representation for all areas of DUIs/DWIs, including DMV administrative hearings, license suspensions, alcohol program, reckless driving, and more.

15%
Drug Crime 15%

I have expert-level knowledge in all areas of searches and seizures, drug possession, sales, transportation, distribution, cultivation, and manufacturing.

15%
Violent Crime 15%

From robbery, assault, burglary, kidnapping, vandalism, criminal threats, carjacking, and all other violent crimes, I provide zealous, bull-dog representation for my clients.

15%
Sex Crime 10%

I have extensive experience representing clients charged with child molestation, rape, sodomy, digital penetration, sexual assault, pimping/pandering, human trafficking, statutory rape, and many more.

10%
Expungement 5%

Get a fresh start by clearing your record of old convictions and arrests through expungements and arrest sealings.

5%
Juvenile Law 5%

I have numerous years' experience representing juvenile clients in delinquency matters, transfers to adult court, and probation violations.

5%
Cannabis Law 3%

3%
White Collar Crime 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025

Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Olen Firm Criminal Defense Lawyers

35 N. Lake Ave., Ste. 710, Pasadena, CA, 91101

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Olen Firm Criminal Defense Lawyers

355 S Grand Ave, #2450, Los Angeles, CA, 90071

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Jared William Olen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Janine | October 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Above and beyond expectations

Jared is not only passionate about what he does, he takes the time to listen and see all sides of the case so he can fight for your rights. He went above and beyond in my case and I cannot thank him enough. I was facing a false arrest and allegations I never expect to deal with in my life. He was abl...e to negotiate, avoiding trial, more time and more money in the long run. I cannot thank him enough. Out of all the lawyers I hired, he is the one who has the most compassion and treats you as a human. Thats hard to find in lawyers these days.

Posted by Francisco | September 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best lawyer to hire

During my experience with Jared olen, my mind had been humbly and completely at ease knowing I had the greatest attorney fighting by my side. He was very helpful every step of the way and very reasonable with me making payments throughout the case. My case was a success and I would definitely recomme...nd have Jared and his team on your side too.

Posted by CC | July 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best Attorney

Jared, handled my case with professionalism, was always available and responsive with communications, explained to me every step of the way. He was understanding and empathetic. The outcome of my case was favorable the best outcome I could have gotten under my circumstances. His legal expertise and g...uidance were instrumental I couldn’t have gone through this legal situation without him. To anyone who needs legal representation I highly recommend the Olsen Firm

Posted by Shawn | June 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Case resolved

I had the pleasure of working with Jared Olen on a DUI case, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the outcome and the experience. From the very beginning, Jared was professional, thorough, and incredibly communicative. He kept me informed every step of the way, explaining his strategy in detail and ma...king sure I fully understood what was happening throughout the process. Thanks to his expertise, he was able to reduce my DUI charge to a wet and reckless—something I didn’t think was possible. He handled everything from start to finish, including trial day, and all I had to do was sign paperwork. Jared made a stressful situation feel manageable and gave me real peace of mind during a tough time. I highly recommend Jared Olen to anyone in need of a skilled and reliable defense lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Admiration

My family member hired Jared at a time where we both needed guidance. Providing ironclad defense and consistency is not only a testament to his work ethic. It gives you, as a client - confidence. My life has completely changed since working with Jared. His extensive knowledge and attention to detail... was the foundation to this change. It is truly an honor to have Jared on your team.

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Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Jared Olen with a 10/10 for intelligence, courtroom presence, and advocacy. He is a masterful litigator. I met him in law school where he was one of the top students. I have had the pleasure to work with him on a Domestic Violence matter where he handled the DV and my firm handled the family law custody matter. He made my job very easy to win."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

First-Place Brief Writer, Southwestern Law School

N/A

Trial Advocacy, Southwestern Law School

Work Experience

2022 - 2022

Associate Defense Attorney, Matian Firm

2014 - 2022

Deputy Public Defender III, Los Angeles County Public Defender

2013 - 2014

Judicial Law Clerk, United States District Court, Central District Of California

2010 - 2013

Westlaw Representative, Westlaw

Education

N/A

Southwestern Univ SOL

N/A

Worcester St Coll

Publications

2012

Southwestern University Law Review The Devil's in the Intent: Does 18 U.S.C. Require Proof of Quid-Pro-Quo Intent?

Languages

English

Spanish

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