What kind of legal issue are you facing?
Arrests/Citations
Figure out the nature of your charges, the possible fines or penalties, and what defenses you may have. For more serious charges you will be appointed an attorney, or you may wish to hire one.
- Find out more about your case using eCourt kokua.
- Expungement-related information from the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center.
Landlord/Tenant Issues
If you are facing issues relating to residential real-estate, you may need urgent advice. Once the matter is resolved, we can assess the situation together more carefully.
- Read the Hawaii Landlord-Tenant Handbook.
- Guidance on how to file a small claims case to return your security deposit.
- Hawaii state resources at the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.
Employment Discrimination
Improperly terminated? Facing workplace difficulties? Make sure to preserve the evidence, and you may have legal options to protect your rights.
- Hawaii Civil Rights Commission
- Equal Opportunity Commission
- Unemployment Insurance Claims
- Disability Claims and Worker’s Comp
Housing Discrimination
Hawaii and Federal law prohibit discrimination in housing and public accommodations. Find out the best approach to combating discrimination in your case.
- Fraud or Misrepresentation
If you were harmed by false statements, or trickery in a business situation, you may be able to recover losses, or even get punitive damages.
- Professional Complaints
When dealing with licensed professionals or regulated industries, you may be able to use state resources to help you, I can help assist with a complaint or investigation.
- Neighbor Disputes
Neighbor disturbing your property? You may be dealing with a trespass, or a nuisance, homeowner’s associations, or state or county regulation. Analyze your situation before it gets worse.