Olson Law, PLLC

Olson Law, PLLC, is a North Carolina civil rights litigation firm focused on wrongful convictions, innocence claims, police misconduct, and other serious civil rights violations. Led by founding partner Chris Olson, the firm brings more than 25 years of complex litigation experience and has spent the last 15 years concentrating primarily on wrongful incarceration and civil rights matters. Licensed in North Carolina and Massachusetts, Chris Olson has built a reputation for pursuing difficult cases with determination, strategic preparation, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

Olson Law, PLLC has earned recognition for securing landmark outcomes in high-profile civil rights and class action litigation. The firm represented Ronnie Long in a post-exoneration civil rights lawsuit that resulted in a $25 million settlement and a formal public apology, the largest wrongful incarceration settlement in North Carolina history. The firm has also contributed to successful exoneration efforts through collaboration with the Duke Wrongful Convictions Clinic and has represented multiple exonerees in civil rights actions seeking accountability for wrongful convictions and constitutional violations.

Olson Law, PLLC, approaches every matter with meticulous preparation, thoughtful legal strategy, and personal dedication. By intentionally maintaining a selective caseload, the firm provides focused attention to complex litigation involving wrongful incarceration, civil rights violations, consumer class actions, mass torts, and product liability claims. This client-centered approach allows the firm to aggressively pursue claims while maintaining close communication and a strong commitment to professional excellence.

Olson Law, PLLC has received numerous honors reflecting its legal accomplishments and ethical advocacy. Chris Olson received the 2025 N.C. Lawyers Weekly Leaders in the Law Award and the NC Justice Center’s Defender of Justice Award. The firm is regularly recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers and holds Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent rating. Additional achievements include class action settlements totaling $42.5 million and $38.75 million, along with successful representation in multiple wrongful-incarceration cases that established meaningful legal precedent and delivered substantial recoveries for those whose rights had been violated.