Daniel Kent Olsen

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Daniel Kent Olsen

also known as Dan Olsen

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 8 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bend, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

2838 NW Crossing Drive, Suite 220, Bend, OR

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About Daniel

Biography

Whether pursuing a case dismissal, negotiating a plea deal, or taking a case to trial, Dan is committed to guiding his clients through the legal process with skill and determination.

Whether pursuing a case dismissal, negotiating a plea deal, or taking a case to trial, Dan is committed to guiding his clients through the legal process with skill and determination.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

9 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 6 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2019

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alaska for 8 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 2017

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Gilroy Napoli Short Law Group

2838 NW Crossing Drive, Suite 220, Bend, OR, 97703

Online Presence

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Daniel Kent Olsen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Showing 16 - 20 of 23 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Kent | January 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Great Legal Protection

I found Dan Olsen's legal help and communication with me to be very helpful and satisfying. He communicated the legal process every step of the way, with regard my case. As I have never been involved in a criminal case before, Dan was very reassuring throughout the whole process. I would highly recom...mend his team.

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Hands down the Best Attorney

I was at a loss on how to go about fighting my felon in possession of a firearm charge I called a handful of places & none of them made me feel like they would go to bat for me until I had my free consultation with Daniel Olsen. He actually listened to what I had to say & made me very comfortable by ...giving me factual information & advice pertaining to my specific case. Daniel Olsen & Kerri Baker are amazing to work with, very informative & prompt with responses. Not only is Dan going to bat for me for that case but I’m also a victim in a spectate case in another county & Dan offered to also represent me for that case as well. Dan's background as a district attorney helped me to understand all my options & potential outcomes, & is very hopeful in my firearm case being dismissed from all the evidence he will be presenting. In addition to his support in these 2 cases Dan has also provided me with info on expungement of my original charge 18 yrs ago which I will also be retaining Dan for when the other 2 are said & done. I am very grateful for Dan & Kerri & their professional, thoughtful, supportive & knowledgeable counsel throughout this difficult time in my life. I will definitely be referring Daniel Olsen to anyone who needs an amazing criminal defense attorney!

Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Thoughtful Criminal Defense

Following my arrest for assault, I began working with Dan Olsen, who immediately helped me get on track with my defense. Dan's background as a district attorney helped me to understand the likely options and potential outcomes, and eventually, make the decision to go to trial. In addition to his sup...port in the criminal matter, Dan also connected me with resources at his firm that helped me file and be granted a restraining order which allowed me to return to my home. I am very grateful for Dan's professional, thoughtful, and knowledgeable counsel throughout this difficult time in my life.

Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Freedom maintained

Casey and his team diligently worked to have my case ultimately dismissed. Thanks to the two long years of hard fought ups and downs the state has finally given up. I was facing very serious charges (as I saw them) and was terrified how my life would be continually altered by this horrible experience... with local law enforcement. I will endlessly appreciate the commitment that was shown to maintaining my freedom and clear criminal history. The system can make mistakes and then those mistakes snowball. If not for the unbelievable effort of Casey, Phil, Kerri , Dan and the whole team at Baxter Harder I wouldn’t be able to move on and resume rebuilding my life. Thank you.

Posted by Travis | November 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Very Professional

Dan Olsen & Kerri Baker, Both very proficient and Dan obviously has a great impression towards his defense (assistant DA). They know their business!

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2026

Client's Choice, Avvo

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

2023

Client's Choice, Avvo

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Recognition of Contribution to Oregon Municipalities, Oregon City Attorneys Association

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Gilroy Napoli Short Law Group

2024 - 2025

Attorney, Donahue Law Firm

2022 - 2024

Associate Attorney, Baxter Harder, LLC

2019 - 2022

Deputy District Attorney, Marion County DA Office

2018 - 2019

Law Clerk to Judge Gregory Miller, Alaska Court System

2017 - 2018

Associate Attorney, Law Office of Ian Wheeles

Associations

2022 - Present

Deschutes County Bar Association

Member

2019 - Present

Marion County Bar Association

Member

2019 - Present

Willamette University College of Law

Attorney-Student Mentor Program

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyer Association

Member

Education

2017

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2014

Whitworth College

Political Science

Languages

English

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