Jan Phillip Olson

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Jan Phillip Olson: Attorney with Ellis, Li & McKinstry PLLC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Distinguished Rating
  • Champion Badge Reviewed
  • Avvo Client Choice
    Avvo Top Contributor
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Biography

Jan cares deeply for his clients, and combines compassion with a forthright manner in helping men and women accused of crimes navigate through the complexities of the criminal justice system.

Professional and Community Involvement

Jan is a member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

He and his wife have four children and a grandson. He is a lifelong musical trivia expert, and is an avid collector of a wide variety of musical recordings.

Areas of Practice (2)

  • Criminal Defense
  • Child Dependency

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Washington, B.A., 1977
Law School Attended:
University of Idaho, J.D., 1980
Year of First Admission:
1981
Admission:
1981, Washington; U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Memberships:
Washington State Bar Association; Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Birth Information:
Twin Falls, Idaho, July 11, 1955
ISLN:
904695043

Payment Information

Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.4/5.0 (8 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® Distinguished Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.5/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.3/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.3/5.0

  • Communication

    4.5/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.5/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 05/25/12 in Criminal Defense

    I have observed Jan in court for 20 years. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. I have never witnessed or heard of any ethical questions regarding his practice or his personal behavior.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 09/13/11 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 04/10/10 in Criminal Defense

    Mr. Olson is a very dedicated attorney who works very hard to acheive the best possible results for his clients. He is a skilled negotiator and effective litigator who is persuasive with prosecutors, judges and juries. He possesses the utmost ethic... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/23/10 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other Law Firm Position on 10/05/09 in Criminal Defense

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/23/10 in Criminal Defense

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  • 3.4/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/23/10 in Criminal Law

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  • 2.2/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/23/10 in Criminal Defense

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Other Legal Directories

Avvo Client Review
4.9/5.0 (56 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
2.8/5.0 (4 reviews)
Client Champion

Mr. Olson is caring, efficient, smart, compassionate, and kind. He has years of experience giving him insights as to how to proceed and who to contact in putting together a case. He is sharp and thi...

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Contact Information:

206-414-1310  Phone

206-625-1052  Fax

www.elmlaw.com/attorneys/jan-p-olson

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