Domestic Violence law in Hawaii covers protective orders, restraining orders, safety planning, criminal defense for DV charges, and child custody in DV situations. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. Hawaii has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to domestic violence cases, and attorneys who practice in Circuit Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

The statute of limitations for domestic violence matters in Hawaii is generally 2 years, though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Circuit Court, and Hawaii's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The Hawaii State Bar Association sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on domestic violence in Hawaii bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

When selecting a domestic violence attorney in Hawaii, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with Circuit Court procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout Hawaii and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

Want to understand your legal rights before contacting an attorney? Read our complete guide to domestic violence law in Hawaii for an in-depth look at Hawaii's statutes, court procedures, and what outcomes are possible. When you're ready, use the profiles below to compare attorneys and schedule a consultation.

Matthew A Sylva - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Akamai Law, LLLC
 PO Box 5319 Kailua-Kona HI 96745-5319
(808) 480-9391
University of Hawai i at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law (2014)
English
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
William Harrison - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
William Harrison Law
 1001 Bishop Street, Suite 1180 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 523-7041
University of Hawaii - Manoa (1978)
New Jersey Bar
Active License
Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law Domestic Violence
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
Mitchell Wong - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Offices of Mitchell S. Wong
 1136 Union Mall #804 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 546-1200
University of Minnesota Law School (1987)
English
9th Circuit Bar
Active License
Business Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Mark Simonds - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Mark R. Simonds, Lawyer at Law, LLLC
 P.O. Box 81757 Haiku HI 96708
(808) 280-2657
Vermont Law School (1986)
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Business Law Consumer Law
Stacey Joroff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Stacey Joroff, LLLC
 PO Box 510108 Kealia HI 96751
(808) 828-0985
Vermont Law School
9th Circuit Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
Wendy Anne Hudson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hudson Law, LLLC
 44 N. Market Street Wailuku HI 96793
University of Detroit School of Law (1989)
English
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Shannon Kim Hackett - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Coates Frey & Hackett, AAL, LLLC
 900 Fort Street Mall Suite 1400 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 524-4854
University of Kansas School of Law
English, Korean
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Family 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
Marcus Leslie Landsberg IV - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Landsberg Law Office
 1088 Bishop St., Penthouse Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 230-7419
University of Hawai i at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law (2004)
English, Japanese
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
John Matthew Schum - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 737 Bishop St. Suite 1460 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 235-3363
University of Virginia (1998)
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Justin Lee Sturdivant - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Smith & Sturdivant LLLC
 1188 Bishop St. Ste. 3108 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 201-3898
University of Hawaii - Manoa (2002)
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
Gavin Kazuo Doi - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Doi/Luke, Lawyers at Law, LLLC
 1600 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1300 Honolulu HI 96814
(808) 593-2199
The University of Denver Sturm College of Law (1992)
English
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
Thomas D. Farrell - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 700 Bishop Street, Suite 2100 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 535-8468
United States Army War College
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
Damir Kouliev - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 761 Aukai St Wailuku HI 96793
(808) 854-7558
Golden Gate University (2004)
French, Russian
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Courtney Nicolle Naso - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1188 Bishop Street, Suite 2710 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 525-5222
Regent University School of Law (1995)
English
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
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