Hawaii residents facing bankruptcy issues have access to attorneys who specialize in Chapter 7 liquidation, Chapter 13 reorganization, means testing, exemptions, and automatic stay protections. The legal framework in Hawaii differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Circuit Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern bankruptcy cases in this jurisdiction.

Bankruptcy cases in Hawaii are filed in federal court, but the state's exemption laws determine what assets you keep. Whether you're considering Chapter 7 liquidation or Chapter 13 reorganization, Hawaii's specific exemptions can significantly affect the outcome. Filing triggers an automatic stay that immediately stops creditor actions, and an experienced bankruptcy attorney knows how to maximize the protections available under Hawaii law.

The bankruptcy attorneys listed here practice throughout Hawaii and can be filtered by location, reviews, and experience. Each profile includes practice area details, office locations, and client feedback. We recommend comparing several attorneys before making a decision — most offer free initial consultations, which gives you a chance to evaluate their approach and determine whether they're the right fit.

For a detailed overview of how bankruptcy law works in Hawaii — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to bankruptcy law in Hawaii. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

David W Cain - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2141 West Vineyard Street Wailuku HI 96793
(808) 242-9350
New England Law | Boston (1988)
Massachusetts Bar
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Bankruptcy Criminal Law
Steve Cedillos - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Steve Cedillos
 1670 Makaloa Street Ste. 204-338 Honolulu HI 96814
(808) 536-5242
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Criminal Law Divorce
Khaled Mujtabaa - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Khaled S. Mujtabaa, Attorney at Law LLC
 1109 Bethel St Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 524-0511
Howard U.
English
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Divorce
David Farmer - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
David C. Farmer Attorney at Law LLLC
 225 Queen St Suite 15A Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 222-3133
University of Hawai i at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law (1982)
Bar #3946
9th Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Rick Abelmann - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Abelmann Peterson LLLC
 677 Ala Moana Blvd #1009 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 589-1010
Washington University School of Law (2002)
Ilokano, Tagalog
New York Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Bankruptcy Business Law
Mr. Lars Peterson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Abelmann Peterson LLLC
 677 Ala Moana Blvd Ste 510 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 589-1010
University of Cincinnati (2003)
English, German
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Criminal Law Foreclosure Defense
Blake Goodman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Blake Goodman, PC
 98-1238 Kaahumanu Street Suite 201 Pearl City HI 96782
(808) 556-7833
The George Washington University Law School (1989)
English, Spanish
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Foreclosure Defense Tax Law
Kendal Luke - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Doi/Luke, Lawyers at Law, LLLC
 1600 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1300 Honolulu HI 96814
(808) 593-2199
South Texas College of Law (1993)
English
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Divorce Domestic Violence
Andrew J. Guzzo - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Kelly Guzzo, PLC
 500 Ala Moana Blvd. Suite 400 Honolulu HI 96813
(703) 424-7570
Washington and Lee University School of Law (2011)
English
Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Collections Consumer Law
Gregory Dunn - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Gregory Dunn, Lawyer at Law
 841 Bishop Street Suite 2221 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 524-4529
California Western School of Law (1980)
English
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Foreclosure Defense
Rodney P. Bridgers Jr. - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 707 Richards St Suite 526 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 321-0094
South Texas College of Law (1982)
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Bankruptcy
 Bocken - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1001 Bishop St Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 531-8031
U. of Nebraska
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law
Lance A Hevizy - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 PO BOX 10309 LAHAINA HI 96761
SMU Dedman School of Law (2001)
French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish
Texas Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law
Ted Pettit - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 737 Bishop St Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 547-5400
William S. Richardson
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Terry Day - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 3283 Beaumont Woods Pl Honolulu HI 96822
(808) 988-9493
William S. Richardson
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Consumer Law
Susan Tius - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 737 Bishop St Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 521-0406
New England School of Law
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
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