Thomas J. Olsen

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.

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California

1989-1999

Nebraska

Since 1999

New York

1989-1999

Attorney

Olsen Law Office, PC LLO

2004 - Current

Assistant City Prosecutor

Office of City Attorney, Omaha, NE

2001 - 2004

Assistant Attorney General

Nebraska Department Of Justice

1999 - 2001

Attorney

Olsen & Asso., Irvine, CA

1994 - 1999

Attorney

Grant & Laubscher, Irvine, CA

1990 - 1994

Attorney

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, NY, NY

1988 - 1990

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

University of Nebraska

B.S. (1985) | Economics & Agriculture

Honors: Dean's List

Activities: Tau Kappa Epsilon

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

Nebraska State Bar Association  # 21831

Member

Current

American Bar Association

Member

Current

National College of District Attorneys

Member

2000 - 2001

State Bar of California

Member

1989 - 1999

California Defense Counsel

Member

1990 - 1997

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

Prosecuting Drug Crimes

Nebraska County Attorneys Association

1999

Constitutional Issues Regarding Warrantless Searches

Nebraska County Attorneys Association Conference

2000

Legal Issues Regarding DUI Charge

DUI/Alcohol Education Course

2012