Thomas J. Olsen
Nebraska's Premier Criminal Defense Attorney
- Biography
Mr. Olsen is Nebraska’s Premier Criminal Defense Attorney with more than 34 years of criminal trial experience. Tom’s entire law practice is 100% devoted to Criminal Defense, and he is an expert in Criminal Defense matters, including State and Federal Drug Charges and DUI/DWI, representing thousands of clients just like you facing serious criminal charges.
Tom graduated from Syracuse University College of Law with Magna Cum Laude Honors in 1988, receiving numerous awards and accolades for high scholastic achievement, including Trial Advocacy and Constitutional Law. He began his legal career with the prestigious Wall Street law firm of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft.
A highly respected and experienced former Assistant Attorney General for the State of Nebraska and former Assistant Omaha City Prosecutor, Tom has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice system that only a former prosecutor can possess. This valuable knowledge and experience is crucial to insuring that your case is resolved in your favor with the best possible outcome for you and your family.
If you are charged with a DUI/DWI, Drug Offense, or any other serious criminal offense, such as Possession with Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance or Gun Charges, having a skilled and aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney in your corner is not a luxury, but an absolute necessity. Call Tom today for a free consultation: 402-598-5789.
- Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- White Collar Crime
- Fees
- Free Consultation
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Payment plans available
- Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- California
- 1989–1999
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- Languages
- English:
Spoken, Written
- Professional Experience
- Attorney
- Olsen Law Office, PC LLO
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2004 –
Current
- Assistant City Prosecutor
- Office of City Attorney, Omaha, NE
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2001 –
2004
- Assistant Attorney General
- Nebraska Department Of Justice
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1999 –
2001
- Attorney
- Olsen & Asso., Irvine, CA
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1994 –
1999
- Attorney
- Grant & Laubscher, Irvine, CA
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1990 –
1994
- Attorney
- Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, NY, NY
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1988 –
1990
- Education
- Syracuse University College of Law
- J.D. (1988) | Law
- Ranked number 16 out of 270 students.
- Honors: Order of the Coif, Justinian Honor Society, Syracuse University Journal of International Law and Commerce: Notes & Comments Editor, magna cum laude
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- University of Nebraska
- B.S. (1985) | Economics & Agriculture
- Honors: Dean’s List
- Activities: Tau Kappa Epsilon
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- Awards
- Top 10 Attorney in Nebraska
- National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
- 2016
- Top DUI Attorney in Nebraska
- The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
- 2016
- Top Attorney in North America
- Who’s Who Legal
- 2016
- Top 50 DUI Lawyers
- National Advocacy for DUI Defense
- 2014
- Am Jur Award for Highest Honors in Products Liability
- Syracuse University College of Law
- 1988
- Career Drug Prosecutor
- National College of District Attorneys
- 2000, 2001
- Professional Associations
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Nebraska State Bar Association
 # 21831
- Member
- Current
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- American Bar Association
- Member
- Current
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- National College of District Attorneys
- Member
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2000 –
2001 -
- State Bar of California
- Member
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1989 –
1999 -
- California Defense Counsel
- Member
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1990 –
1997 -
- New York Bar Foundation
- Member
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1989 –
1995 -
- New York City Bar Association
- Member
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1989 –
1995 -
- Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
- Chairperson
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1991 –
1993 -
- Publications
- Constitutionality of Proposed Legislation Authorizing the Prosecution of Traffic Light Signal Violations Based on Intersection Cameras
- Nebraska Attorney General Opinion
- 2000
- LB 908 – Unionization of Supreme Court Employees
- Nebraska Attorney General Opinion
- 2000
- Legality of a Law Enforcement Officer Detaining a Person for a Reasonable Period of Time in Order to Effectuate the Service of a Protection Order
- Nebraska Attorney General Opinion
- 2000
- Neb.Rev. Stat. 23-1216 (1997) – Continuing Legal Education of Deputy County Attorneys
- Nebraska Attorney General Opinion
- 2000
- Nebraska Public Meetings Statutes; Requirements For Detailed Minutes of Closed Sessions Of A Public Body
- Nebraska Attorney General Opinion
- 1998
- Websites & Blogs
- Contact & Address
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