John M. Olynyk, Civil Rights Attorney in the United States
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Energy, and Environmental
Partner
Practicing civil rights since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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John M. Olynyk is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Energy, and Environmental. John has over 30 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Calgary, AB
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Energy · Environmental
- Handles Civil Rights, Energy, and Environmental matters from Calgary, AB.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John M. Olynyk: John M. Olynyk is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Energy, and Environmental. John has over 30 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in the U.S.
John concentrates on civil rights, energy, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Energy
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Environmental
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General
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Civil Rights cases nationwide
John takes civil rights matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Energy cases nationwide
John takes energy matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases nationwide
John takes environmental matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
John takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John M. Olynyk, civil rights attorney serving the U.S.
John M. Olynyk is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Energy, and Environmental. John has over 30 years of legal experience. John works from the U.S. and takes on civil rights matters across the region.
John M. Olynyk is a lawyer practicing aboriginal law, environmental law, climate change and 8 other areas of law. John M. received a degree from University of Alberta in 1979, and has been licensed for 30 years. John M. practices at Lawson Lundell LLP in Calgary, AB.
John's approach to civil rights cases
John M. Olynyk is a lawyer practicing aboriginal law, environmental law, climate change and 8 other areas of law. John M. received a degree from University of Alberta in 1979, and has been licensed for 30 years. John M. practices at Lawson Lundell LLP in Calgary, AB.
Clients John works with
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, energy, and environmental matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
McGill University
LL.B. · 1995
University of Alberta
B.Sc. University · 1979
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Alberta
2001 · ACTIVE
Yukon Territory
1997 · ACTIVE
British Columbia
1996 · ACTIVE
John studied at LL.B. in McGill University and B.Sc. University in University of Alberta.
Law school and academic background
John completed LL.B. in McGill University and B.Sc. University in University of Alberta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
John M. Olynyk's office in Calgary
John's primary office is at Suite 3700, 205 - 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 2V7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John M. Olynyk — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John M. Olynyk
How much does it cost to hire John for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in this state typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside the area?
John evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside John's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new civil rights clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.