Probate law in Hawaii covers estate administration, will contests, trust disputes, guardianship, and conservatorship proceedings. 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 probate cases, and attorneys who practice in Circuit Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

The statute of limitations for probate matters in Hawaii is generally 6 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 probate in Hawaii bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

The probate 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.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to probate law in Hawaii to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across Hawaii.

Daniel Chen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 Pacific Guardian Center, Mauka Tower 737 Bishop Street, Suite 2400 Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 225-6535
University of Hawai i at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law (1998)
English
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Estate Planning
Robert Kenneth Olson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Olson & Sons
 79-7516 Hawaii Belt Road Kealakekua HI 96750
(808) 323-2677
Western New England College (1999)
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Divorce DUI & DWI Landlord Tenant
Joshua C. James - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Josh James Lawyer at Law, LLLC
 2158 Main Street Suite 101 Wailuku HI 96793
(808) 419-6937
Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law (2013)
English
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Estate Planning
Samuel K.L. Suen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1575 South Beretania Suite 205 Honolulu HI 96826
(808) 282-4411
University of Hawai i at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Elder Law Estate Planning Probate
Peter K. Kubota - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Peter K. Kubota, Attorney at Law
 505 Kilauea Ave Hilo HI 96720
(808) 935-2422
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Business Law Consumer Law Estate Planning
Rhonda Mary Fosbinder - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Island Legal Group LLLC
 24 N. Church Street, Ste. 307 Wailuku HI 96793
(808) 242-4956
Southwestern University School of Law
English
Bar #172253
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Verified
Elder Law Estate Planning Probate
Peter Olson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 79-7516 HAWAII BELT ROAD Kealakekua HI 96750
(808) 323-2677
William S. Richardson
English
Hawaii Bar
Active License
Business Law Divorce DUI & DWI
David Spee - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office Of David R. Spee
 62 Baldwin Ave #2B PO Box 790478 Paia HI 96779
(808) 579-8600
University of Washington School of Law (1986)
English, Spanish
U.S. District Court Bar
Active License
Business Law Estate Planning Probate
Yuka Hongo - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hongo Law Office, LLLC
 2155 Kalakaua Ave #410 Honolulu HI 96815
(808) 204-4700
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
English, Japanese
District of Columbia Bar
Active License
Estate Planning Probate
Glen Hale - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2970 Kele St Suite 210 Lihue HI 96766
(808) 245-4100
University of Idaho (1983)
Hawaii Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Collections
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