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 Kojo | December 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best lawyer out there

I’m extremely grateful for the help I received. My case was dismissed, and the process was smooth and professional from start to finish. Communication was clear, and I felt supported the entire time. Highly recommend.

Posted by Randolph | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thank you Jared Olen

I would like to give a special thanks to Jared Olen for helping me with my open cases, Jared Olen is A man of his word , Upon contacting Jared he was very friendly ,efficient, and answered all my questions . Jared took care of these issues very professionally, and promptly, also keeping me well in...formed with the process, made things so much easier. I would strongly recommend Jared to anyone that needs legal help . Thanks again Jared Olen.

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 Julio | June 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing Services

I contacted Mr. Olen for a very importan matter which needed his help, Since the first time we talk he was very profesional and listen to all I had to say. He represented me well and I was very satisfied with the results of my case.

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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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