Attorney Biography

Hawaii personal injury and commercial litigation attorney Ronald J. Verga professionally represents clients in commercial litigation, including representing technology companies and in insurance litigation, and plaintiffs in personal injury cases.

For legal help with auto accidents and personal injury matters, speak with auto accident lawyer in Hawaii Ronald J. Verga.

Email address: rverga@emvt.com | Phone: (808) 524-2000

Areas of practice

• Automobile accidents
• Commercial Litigation
• Personal Injury Law

Admitted to practice

• 1976, Wisconsin
• 1979, New York
• 1980, Hawaii and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii

Bar Association

• New York State, Hawaii State and American Bar Associations
• State Bar of Wisconsin

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Madison, J.D., 1976
• University of Chicago, A.B., 1971

Edmunds Verga & Omonaka
Davies Pacific Center
Suite 2104
841 Bishop Street
Honolulu, HI, 96813

Personal Injury Attorney in Maui | Lloyd A. Poelman

As a founding partner of Poelman & Langa, Lloyd A. Poelman is committed to the firm’s goal of providing clients with the highest quality legal representation.

For legal help with personal injury matters, speak with personal injury attorney in Maui Lloyd A. Poelman.

Phone: (808) 242-7222

Areas of practice

• Appellate Litigation
• Personal Injury
• Bankruptcy
• Insurance defense

Admitted to practice

• State Courts of Utah (1985)
• U.S. District Court of Utah (1985)
• State Courts of Hawaii (1991)
• U.S. District Court of Hawaii (1995)
• U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1995)
• U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1995)

Awards & Bar Association

• BV® Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™
• Maui County Bar Association
• Hawaii Bar Association
• Utah Bar Association
• California Bar Association

Education

• J.D., Brigham Young University (1985)
• B.A., magna cum laude, University of Utah (1982)

Poelman & Langa
1129 Lower Main Street, Suite 104, Parkview Square
Wailuku, HI 96793

Honolulu injury attorney at the Law Offices of James J. Stone offers legal representation to clients involved in personal injury.

James J. Stone is a personal injury attorney in Honolulu focused on personal injury cases.

Phone: (808) 223-7810

Areas of practice

• Personal Injury
• Civil Litigation
• Contracts
• Divorce

Admitted to practice

• Hawaii and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii, 1977

Awards & Bar Association

• Hawaii State and American Bar Associations

Education

• University of Hawaii, William S. Richardson School of Law, J.D., 1976
• University of Hawaii, B.A., Political Science, 1970

Law Offices of James J Stone
841 Bishop Street, #1711
Honolulu, HI 96813

Donna Woodin

The Law Offices of Sara Harvey provides caring and compassionate legal advice for child custody, divorce, and family matters and has a combined 53 years of legal experience in Hawaii.

For legal help with Hawaii Divorce law cases, speak with Donna Woodin.

Phone: (866) 637-1598

Areas of practice

• Family Law
• Divorce Law
• Custody Law

Bar Association & Volunteering

• Notary Public, State of Hawaii
• Policy and Standards Director, Hawai’i Paralegal Association, 2003
• Vice President, Professional Development and Public Relations Director, 2004
• Volunteer Guardian Ad Litem, Judiciary 2000
• Parenting Committee, Judiciary 2005

Education

• Sir George Williams University, AA, 1967
• Sharron Williams College, Paralegal, 1977

The Law Office of Sara R. Harvey
333 Queen St # 610
Honolulu, HI 96813

Hawaii Medical Malpractice Attorney | Gerald Y. Sekiya

Gerald Y. Sekiya, a seasoned injury attorney in Hawaii, focuses on automobile accidents, aviation accidents, toxic torts, medical malpractice, and products liability cases in Honolulu, Hawaii.

For legal help with medical malpractice cases, speak with Hawaii medical malpractice attorney Gerald Y. Sekiya.

Phone: (808) 524-1433

Areas of Practice

• Medical Malpractice
• Personal Injury
• Automobile
• Aviation
• Products Liability

Admitted to Practice

• 1968, Hawaii
• 1969, California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Membership

• Hawaii State (Member, Executive Board, 1980-1981; 1985-1986) and American Bar Associations
• State Bar of California
• The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (State Delegate, 1984-1985)
• American Board of Trial Advocates (President, 1994—)
• Consumer Lawyers of Hawaii
• Hawaii Academy of Plaintiffs’ Attorneys (President, 1985)

Education

• Hastings College of Law, University of California, J.D., 1968
• University of Illinois, B.S., 1965

Cronin, Fried, Sekiya, Kekina & Fairbanks, Attorneys at Law
841 Bishop Street #600
Honolulu, HI 96813-3962

Hawaii Immigration Lawyer | KahBo Dye-Chiew

KahBo Dye-Chiew is known for her pursuit of excellence in the field of U.S. immigration law. She has been practicing business immigration law for over 20 years, assisting others realize their dream of living and working in the United States. Ms. Dye-Chiew has earned the respect and admiration of her peers as evidenced by being named one of Woodward-White’s best immigration lawyers in America. For the last four years, she has been named one of the best immigration lawyers in Hawaii by Honolulu Magazine. Her clients and peers agree that her intelligence and professionalism make her an immigration attorney that you can trust.

Ms. Dye-Chiew’s education, associations and community involvement reflect her outstanding dedication in the area of immigration. She has served on the Board of Directors of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), as Chapter Chair for the Hawaii Chapter of AILA. She has been a featured speaker on various immigration topics at AILA Fundamental Conferences, Hawaii Pacific University, the University of Hawaii, Hawaii Society of Certified Public Accountants and Hawaii Employer’s Council. Ms. Dye-Chiew is also active in her community as a member of the YMCA Camp Board and the Faith Action for Community Equity group.

KahBo Dye-Chiew, offers immigration services including:

• Business Immigration Law
• Immigration for Professionals
• Family Immigration Law
• Immigration Law for Investors
• Citizenship
• Visas
• Naturalization
• Corporation representation

Admitted

• 1990, District of Columbia (inactive); 1991, Hawaii

Law School

• George Washington University, National Law Center, J.D., 1990

College

• Wartburg College, B.A., Political Science, Economics/International Business, 1987

Membership

• Hawaii State Bar Association
• District of Columbia Bar
• American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chair, Hawaii Chapter, 2005-2007)

U.S. immigration laws can be confusing and complex, but you are not alone. As one of the best immigration lawyers in Hawaii, KahBo Dye-Chiew is here to help.

Law Office of KahBo Dye-Chiew
City Financial Tower
201 Merchant Street, Suite 2302
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
808-542-5572

As a Honolulu Attorney, Edward J.S.F. Smith helps people and families with divorce and child custody matters as well as a wide array of immigration issues.

Founding attorney Edward Smith has been practicing family law and immigration in Hawaii for over 15 years. Whether you need assistance in negotiating the division of property, litigating a child support order, or fighting for permanent residency before a government bureaucracy, Honolulu attorney Smith has the skills and expertise to assist you in obtaining a the results you want.

Admitted
1992, Florida
1993, Hawaii and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
1994, District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Law School
Nova Southeastern University, J.D., 1992

College
Emory University, B.A., 1989

Membership
Hawaii State Bar Association; The Florida Bar; The District of Columbia Bar.

Biography
Member, Moot Court. Founder and Developer, Mana Software, 1997.

Languages:
French

Born
Los Angeles, California, August 3, 1966

A Maui attorney at the law firm of Yanagida & Associates assists clients with family law, business litigation, real estate disputes, and Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Hawaii.

For legal help with estate planning, real estate, probate, and civil litigation, speak with a lawyer at the Maui law firm of Yanagida & Associates.

Phone:    (808) 244-1000

Areas of practice:

• Estate Planning
• Real Estate
• Probate
• Condominium
• Civil Litigation

Admitted to practice:

• 1994, Hawaii
• U.S. District Court for the District of Hawaii

Professional Membership:

Maui County Bar Association

Education:

• Stanford University, J.D.
• University of California, B.A.

Yanagida & Associates
33 Maluhia Drive
Wailuku Maui, HI 96793

The Law Office of Sara R. Harvey has been a Hawaii child custody law firm since 1985. Sara Harvey is experienced in helping families with these difficult cases.

Sara Harvey is a Hawaii divorce lawyer focused on cases related to family law, including divorce, alimony, paternity, spousal support, and international child custody.

Phone: (866) 637-1598

Areas of practice:

• Family Law
• Interstate Child Custody
• International Child Custody
• Parental Kidnapping
• Divorce
• Alimony
• Paternity
• Restraining Orders
• Domestic Violence
• Spousal Support

Admitted to practice:

1985, Hawaii

Memberships:

• Hawaii State  Bar Association (Member: Family Law Section; Custody Guardian Ad Litem Committee; Past-Chairperson, Family Law Section, 1997)
• American ) Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section)
• Association of Family Conciliation Courts

Education:

• William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawaii, J.D., 1985
• Colorado College; University of Wisconsin-Madison, B.A., 1968

The Law Office of Sara R. Harvey
333 Queen St # 610
Honolulu, HI 96813

Criminal Attorney in Honolulu | Myles S. Breiner

Born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Myles S. Breiner is a well-known, passionate advocate for civil and human rights. He has experience in both defense and prosecution and he brings a unique perspective to his litigation. His career spans more than 20 years and many of his cases have made statewide and national news. He holds a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from the University of Michigan and he completed his degree in law from the University of San Francisco in 1985. He was admitted to practice in 1987 in the Hawaii and U.S. District Courts.

Being a renowned and respected criminal defense lawyer in Honolulu, Mr. Breiner vigorously and compassionately fights for his clients. He also develops strong bonds with his clients and becomes familiar with every detail of their circumstances. He speaks Chinese an Mandarin fluently and communicates personally and directly with each client.

Areas of Practice:

• Criminal Law
• Felonies
• Misdemeanors
• Driving While Intoxicated

Admitted:

• 1987, Hawaii and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
• 1988, U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit
• 1989, District of Columbia

Law School:

University of San Francisco, J.D., 1985

College:

University of Michigan, B.A., 1975; University of Michigan, M.A., 1978

Membership:

• Hawaii State Bar Association
• The District of Columbia Bar

Language:

• Chinese
• Mandarin

Born:

Ann Arbor, Michigan, January 20, 1956

If you are accused of crime and need an experienced legal counseling contact one of the best criminal defense lawyers in Honolulu at:

Law Offices of Myles S. Breiner, ALC, Inc.
841 Bishop St # 2115
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 526-3426 ‎

Hawaii Personal Injury Attorney | Paul F. Cronin

Paul F. Cronin has earned Martindale- Hubbell’s “AV” peer rating that is prestigious, symbolizing the highest level of professional quality and ethical standards. With his nearly 50 years of legal experience, he became the founding member of Cronin Fried Sekiya Kekina & Fairbanks law firm.

Cronin is a well versed personal injury attorney in Hawaii focusing his practice on personal injury law that includes admirality and maritime, medical malpractice, aviation and product liability cases too. He has served as a naval officer and was also a diver.

Areas of Practice:

• Admiralty
• Maritime Law
• Aviation
• Medical Malpractice
• Personal Injury
• Products Liability

Admitted:

• 1962, Hawaii and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
• 1976, U.S. Supreme Court
• 1978, District Court for the Northern Mariana Islands
• 1987, Alaska; 1989, Montana

Law School:

• Boston College, LL.B., 1962

College:

• University of Massachusetts, B.S., 1955; George Washington University

Membership:

• Hawaii State, Alaska, Federal (Chairman, Admiralty Rules Committee, 1986—) and American Bar Associations
• Lawyer-Pilots Bar Association
• Maritime Law Association of the United States
• American Board of Trial Advocates
• Consumer Lawyers of Hawaii
• American Association for Justice (Hawaii Governor, 1975-1976)
• Hawaii Academy of Plaintiffs’ Attorneys

Born:

• Boston, Massachusetts, July 7, 1933

If you are looking for legal representation for a personal injury or an insurance claim in Hawaii, Contact the experienced law firm of:

Cronin Fried Sekiya Kekina & Fairbanks
841 Bishop St. Suite 600
Honolulu HI 96813
(808) 524-1433

Born in Honolulu, Hawaii on March 12, 1936, Reuben S. F. Wong is Trust attorney in Hawaii. He received his law degree from University of Illinois in 1964 and was admitted to Hawaii and U.S district courts in 1964.

He helps his clients by providing legal counsel on matters related to create trust fund in Hawaii. He also represents his clients in the areas of commercial law, litigation, real estate, construction, and banking law. He has served as Law Clerk to the Hawaii Supreme Court, Deputy Corporation Counsel for the City and County of Honolulu, and Administrative Assistant to the Speaker of the State House of Representatives.

Education

J.D., University of Illinois, 1964

B.S., University of Hawaii, 1958

Areas of Practice

Commercial Law
Litigation
Real Estate Law
Construction Law
Banking Law

Memberships
Hawaii State and American Bar Associations
American Association for Justice
American Judicature Society

At the law offices of Reuben Wong he and his fellow attorneys focus their practice area in trusts, will and probate law to help their clients in probate litigation in Hawaii. Reuben S. F. Wong is practicing law in Hawaii for 45 years and he is the most experienced trust attorney in Hawaii. Contact Mr. Reuben S. F. Wong for any trusts, will and probate law issues at:

The Law Offices of Reuben Wong
1164 Bishop Street,
Finance Factor Center
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 531-3526

Sheila Vierra, born in Waialua, is a family law attorney with more than two decades of experience. She provides legal assistance to clients in their family law issues including divorce, property division, retirement division, child custody and visitation, child support, and many more.

Ms. Vierra, one of the few divorce lawyers in Honolulu, is well experienced in preparing QDROs. She is also capable of providing clients with a variety of other services related to estate planning, including preparing wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and powers of attorney.

Born:

Waialua, Hawaii

Education:

• J.D., Willamette University College of Law, 1989
• B.S., Lewis and Clark College, 1982

Practice Areas:

• Family Law
• Divorce

Admissions:

• State Bar of Hawaii, 1989
• United States District Court, District of Hawaii, 1989

Memberships:

• Hawaii State Bar Association
• American Bar Association

If you are in need of a divorce lawyer, contact the divorce law firm in Honolulu where the experienced attorney, Ms. Vierra, can represent you on your behalf.

Sheila Vierra, Attorney At Law, LLLC
900 Fort Street Mall #300
Honolulu, HI 96813-3718
(808) 538-0520

Mei Nakamoto attended the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 1980 where she received her bachelor’s degree. Soon after, she attended the Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago where she received her Juris Doctor in law. She was admitted to the United States District Court for the District of Hawaii in 1989 and is currently the sole practitioner at her Honolulu divorce law firm. Mei understands that divorce can be a painful experience for both parties, which is why she prides herself on her meticulous legal assistance, keeping both sides in mind.

Law School

•    Northwestern University School of Law,J.D., 1984

College

•    University of Hawaii at Manoa, B.A., 1980

Memberships

•    Hawaii State Bar Association
•    Hawaii Women Lawyers
•    State Bar of California

Mei Nakamoto has been an attorney for over 25 years with extensive experience and knowledge of family law in Hawaii. She currently practices in the areas of divorce, child custody, child support, alimony and domestic violence.  Mei prides herself in her dedication to this area of law, helping families through times that are both emotionally challenging and complicated.

If you are in search a Honolulu divorce attorney, you can find Mei Nakamoto at her divorce law firm in Honolulu, located at 841 Bishop Street, Suite 1020 in the Davies Pacific Center.