David Olson, Education Attorney in Boulder, Colorado
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Education and Employment · 1.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AssociateatCaplan and Earnest LLC
Boulder, CO
Practicing education in Boulder since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
- 1.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David Olson is an associate based in Boulder, CO. The practice focuses on Education and Employment. David has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Caplan and Earnest LLC. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Boulder, CO
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Education · Employment
- Handles Education and Employment matters from Boulder, CO.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Olson: David Olson is an associate based in Boulder, CO. The practice focuses on Education and Employment. David has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Caplan and Earnest LLC. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on education and employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Education cases in Boulder, Colorado
David takes education matters in Boulder, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Boulder, Colorado
David takes employment matters in Boulder, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David Olson — education lawyer in Boulder
David Olson is an associate based in Boulder, CO. The practice focuses on Education and Employment. David has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Caplan and Earnest LLC. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David Olson is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, education law. David received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1997, and has been licensed for 20 years. David practices at Caplan and Earnest LLC in Boulder, CO.
David's approach to education cases
David Olson is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, education law. David received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1997, and has been licensed for 20 years. David practices at Caplan and Earnest LLC in Boulder, CO.
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for education and employment matters in Boulder and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Nebraska College of Law
J.D. · 2005
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
B.S.B.A. · 1997
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
Colorado
2006 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of Nebraska College of Law and B.S.B.A. in University of Nebraska at Lincoln.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of Nebraska College of Law and B.S.B.A. in University of Nebraska at Lincoln. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Denver Bar Association
membership
Locations
David Olson's office in Boulder
David's primary office is at One Boulder Plaza, 1800 Broadway, Suite 200, Boulder, CO, 80302-5289. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Caplan and Earnest LLC
One Boulder Plaza, 1800 Broadway, Suite 200
Boulder, CO 80302-5289
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Client reviews of David Olson — 1.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing education attorneys in Boulder.
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How to hire David Olson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new education attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a education attorney in Boulder, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many education matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in education practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every education matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many education practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Olson
How much does it cost to hire David for a education case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some education attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do education cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple education matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Boulder?
David is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new education clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Education attorneys serving Boulder, Denver and Colorado Springs in Colorado
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