About James R Olson

James Olson, originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, is a distinguished attorney with an impressive academic background. He earned a B.S. in mathematics from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 1971, followed by a J.D. with distinction from the University of Arizona in 1974. He began his legal journey as a clerk for the Supreme Court of Nevada and quickly became a member of the State Bar of Nevada. Additionally, he holds membership in the Arizona Bar and is admitted to practice before the United States Courts of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. Renowned for his unique legal skills, James leads the firm with a practical approach, managing cases of varying complexities. As managing shareholder, he frequently interacts with the firm’s attorneys, supporting them with case assignments. He focuses on legal and professional malpractice, construction defects, products liability, complex litigation, and appellate practice. A fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, he plays a pivotal role in defending multi-million dollar cases and is an accomplished appellate advocate in high-profile Nevada Supreme Court cases. James also shares his profound knowledge through lectures at seminars on construction defects and professional malpractice.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Construction Law 1
    • Construction Defects
  • Appellate Practice
  • Other 3
    • Complex and Multi-District Litigation
    • Products Liability Law
    • Professional Malpractice Law

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  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1974, Nevada
    1975, U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
    1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
    1982, U.S. Supreme Court
    Memberships
    Clark County and American (Member, Sections on: Insurance Negligence and Compensation
    Corporation, Banking and Business Law) Bar Associations
    State Bar of Nevada
    Defense Research Institute
    Association of Southern Nevada Defense Counsel
    The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
    Nevada Trial Lawyers Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Arizona
    Class of 1974
    J.D.
    with distinction
    Other Education
    University of Nevada
    Class of 1971
    B.S.
    with high distinction
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1948
    Las Vegas, Nevada, December 10, 1948
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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    James R Olson was admitted in 1974 to the State of Nevada.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, James R Olson has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    The Law Offices of Olson Cannon & Gormley was established in 1960.
  • Is this attorney listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers?
    James R Olson is listed in the Appellate Practice, Civil Trial Practice, Insurance Defense, Insurance Law and Medical Malpractice section of the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.