Olson, Megan-web

Olson, Megan M. Partner

Olson, Megan M. Partner

Practice Focus

Megan focuses her practice on serving cities, villages, townships, library districts, road districts, park districts and other local government entities. In addition to providing general counsel, she provides guidance on establishing and drafting new ordinances and policies, contract negotiations, building and code enforcement, administrative proceedings, Freedom of Information Act compliance and intergovernmental agreements. Megan also has experience in eminent domain, land use, development and public water supply matters.

Additionally, Megan has years of litigation experience which she utilizes to help her clients assess and limit potential risks and liabilities. She has previously served as a Special Assistant Attorney General for the State of Illinois and a Special Assistant State’s Attorney for Will County, negotiating and securing land acquisitions through eminent domain litigation. Along with representing government entities, Megan has represented numerous individuals, non-profit organizations and corporate clients in a diverse range of civil, commercial and administrative litigation.

Professional Background

Megan has benefited from a legal background which has exposed her to a range of practice areas. During law school, she worked as a 711 legal extern for the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office, providing her with the opportunity to gain invaluable courtroom experience at the start of her career. Megan has significant experience serving as a local municipal prosecutor for traffic, ordinance and code violations. She has also spent several years practicing before the Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois.

Memberships & Affiliations

  • Illinois State Bar Association - Appointed to the Standing Committee of Member Services
  • Will County Bar Association
Back to Attorneys Search