Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Steig Olson has garnered significant recognition in the legal field, notably being featured by Law360 as a Titan of the Plaintiffs Bar. With a profound belief in the law as a powerful tool for protecting individuals, Olson's career has been driven by his deep-seated sense of justice. He once articulated this passion by saying, "I always saw the law as a sort of force to protect people, and as I grew up and developed my own conceptions of justice and what was important, that was the aspect that appealed to me."

Initially focused exclusively on plaintiff-side work, Olson's legal practice has evolved over the years. Despite this broadening of scope, he remains committed to advocating for the "little guy," aiming to combat the misuse of power through the legal system. His dedication to protecting individuals from abuse is a hallmark of his career.

Throughout his career, Steig has not only made significant legal strides but has also embodied the principle of using the law as a means to uphold justice and protect the vulnerable. His contributions have earned him numerous accolades. He was ranked in New York Antitrust: Mainly Plaintiff by Chambers USA from 2019 to 2024, praised as “fantastic, whip-smart and an incredible writer.” Law360 named him a “Rising Star in the field of competition law,” he was recognized as a Next Generation Leading Lawyer by Legal 500, and he was named one of the 500 Leading Global Antitrust & Competition Lawyers in 2025 by Lawdragon.

Steig’s uniquely versatile practice focuses on antitrust and competition law, representing both corporate plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes antitrust and other complex commercial litigation, including class actions. He also represents plaintiffs in “opt-out” actions and claimants before regulatory bodies addressing competition-related issues. The breadth of his practice affords him a perspective that benefits his clients regardless of which side of the “v.” they are on.

Steig Olson's legal career is further distinguished by his clerkships with Judge Barrington D. Parker, Jr., on the Second Circuit, and former Chief Judge Vaughn R. Walker on the Northern District of California. His scholarship on complex litigation matters has been cited by the Third and Ninth Circuit Courts of Appeals, underscoring his influence and expertise in the field.