Greg Ryan turned out to be an amazing lawyer who kept things on a positive path. He educated my son…read moreabout each step of the divorce journey keeping my grandson the focus of every one's thoughts. It was a great pleasure and experience knowing that there are honest and good lawyers willing to do right by their client. At first I thought he was going to refer us to another colleague but I had this strong feeling about this lawyer being the right person for us. He turned out to be exactly what we needed throughout the process. He also was reasonable in guiding his clients so court costs were kept as minimal as possible. I feel like he's our go to lawyer if ever I need one.

Not going to use this business serviced due to the lack of call backs. I've tried to reach out…read moremultiple times with no response or leaving messages with the person that answered and receiving nothing in return with promises of a return call. For someone that needs to move forward in life, I'm unwilling to wait any longer for anyone hindering progress that needs to be done.

Attorney Ann Otteman is the absolute best divorce lawyer! She has won every hearing in my case. She…read morewon against a large law firm too. Attorney Ann is the perfect balance of strength, compassion and wisdom. I am beyond grateful for Attorney Ann and her extraordinary legal team.

My experience with Ann was quite exceptional. So, before I even met Ann, I was with Greg & Ryan…read moreAssociates with one of their lawyers in the firm. Ann however was a substitute for one day at court because my lawyer was on vacation. When I had so many questions she told me so many things that I didnt know and help me throughout my process for just that one day alone. Bear in mind I was put in the back burner after both my lawyer and Ann left the firm, so I was lucky enough to have found her contact and ask her to represent me after 1 year of just sitting. Ann is very thorough and she is very detailed and knows her stuff. She knows how to be aggressive and will tell you bluntly how things are going to go. She knows how to counter and when you tell her to file a motion she will do it with her team asap. It does take time with the court but if you needed any answers she would get to you asap. My divorce finalized after 3 years but it was due to my ex but we finally accomplished that everything was needed and how to push. Again, if you want a lawyer who knows about child custody she knows the ins and out and she loves finding hidden assets. I have refered Ann to other customers and will keep doing so.

Much Mahalo Carmen and your Team! Atty Carmen and her team…read morehave helped our family realized a dream in obtaining my husband's visa. They stood by our side for many years and were always very professional and patient every time I call to inquire about status or help explain documents received in the mail regarding our case. The case was complicated due to ill-advise we received from previews law firms. Atty Carmen is always straightforward and never resolved to false hopes for our family. She was fair and never asked for any additional fees from our initial agreement. Much love for Bita for being so patient. You are a rock in the office. You are very much appreciated!

I strongly advise against hiring Norman Wong with the law firm of Carmen Di-Amore Siah…read more My experience has been extremely negative. Before I paid the retainer, I was given an overly optimistic picture of my case and led to believe that achieving certain outcomes would be simple. I paid a $5,000 retainer, plus an additional $5,000+ for documents and investigations that I specifically requested. In the end, I felt that this work was used against me rather than to support my case. After retaining Mr. Wong, I did not see any meaningful action taken to benefit me or my children. Communication has been poor and inconsistent. Messages and questions were often not returned in a timely manner. When I wanted to object to certain matters, I was repeatedly advised not to--advice that I believe has harmed my case and potentially affected my children's future. In my opinion, Mr. Wong has demonstrated a lack of professionalism, reliability, and advocacy on my behalf. I have felt neglected, disrespected, and unsupported throughout this process. At times, it has seemed as though he was more responsive to the opposing party's needs than to mine. Based on my experience, I would not recommend Norman Wong or the law firm of Carmen Di-Amore Siah, and I would encourage others to seek representation elsewhere.

Biased, unprofessional, and a total waste of money -- Katie Bennett made my divorce worse, not…read morebetter. If I could give zero stars, I would. Katie Bennett was one of the most unprofessional people I've ever dealt with in a supposed "mediation" setting. During my divorce, she openly judged me when I mentioned I was dating again--making a face and suggesting my now-husband could be "a predator." That was not only insulting but completely baseless. My husband is a wonderful, supportive partner--the opposite of my ex. Her behavior was out of line and totally inappropriate for a mediator. She also had no problem disturbing me while I was on vacation either with an unnecessary phone call to lecture me about "communication" with my ex, only because my ex complained to her. It was intrusive, biased, and unprofessional. Despite months of exhausting sessions and thousands of dollars, I ended up caving to my ex's demands because Katie repeatedly dismissed my concerns and failed to advocate for a fair resolution. She insisted the final divorce decree was "good to go." Years later, I'm still stuck battling over parenting plans and financial issues because of how poorly this was handled. Katie constantly pushed against the idea of going to court, warning me it would "not be advisable." Looking back, court may have been the far better option compared to the ongoing mess created by her biased and ineffective mediation. Bottom line: Katie Bennett is biased, unprofessional, and a complete waste of time and money. Save yourself the time, money, and trauma -- do NOT hire her no matter what your lawyer advise you. If your lawyer says great things about Katie Bennett, find another lawyer.

I am grateful for the help provided by Katie Bennett and the team at Family Mediation Hawaii. I…read morereached out to them at the end of 2024 and my divorce was finalized September 2025. I've leaned on my divorce decree multiple times since then to ensure any questions that come up in concerns to childcare or tuition are answered correctly. During the signing of documents Alyssa was kind enough to give me space when I needed it to process before continuing. I recommend their services.

If you're looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, experienced, respected, and genuinely…read morecommitted to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients, I cannot recommend Alen Kaneshiro highly enough. Alen represented my 13-year-old son after allegations led to his arrest and criminal charges. As a parent, it was one of the most stressful and frightening experiences imaginable. From our very first conversation, Alen provided a level of confidence, professionalism, and expertise that immediately reassured me that my son was in the best hands possible. What impressed me most was his honesty and integrity. Unlike many attorneys who tell clients what they want to hear, Alen was straightforward, realistic, and transparent about the process. He never sugarcoated anything and never made promises he couldn't keep. In fact, he was more concerned with doing what was right than making a quick dollar. He actually advised me to wait before fully retaining his services because he felt it would be premature given where the case was in the legal process. That kind of honesty is rare and speaks volumes about his character. I was referred to Alen by a trusted attorney friend who told me that if it were his own son facing these circumstances, Alen is the attorney he would hire without hesitation. That recommendation alone carried tremendous weight. Throughout the process, I also heard from law enforcement officers and other attorneys who consistently spoke highly of him, describing him as exceptionally knowledgeable, highly respected, and one of the best attorneys in his field. More than one person told me that when it comes to the courtroom, Alen is a beast. He knows the law inside and out, understands the system at every level, and has a reputation for being exceptionally prepared, strategic, and effective when advocating for his clients. His reputation is well-earned. It is clear that Alen has earned the respect of judges, attorneys, court personnel, and others throughout the legal community. He is intelligent, strategic, professional, and incredibly thorough. You can tell he has dedicated his career to mastering his craft. Thanks to Alen's expertise, professionalism, and guidance every step of the way, the best possible outcome was achieved. While he represented us during TRO proceedings, the criminal case never made it to trial. Once the matter reached the Prosecutor's Office, the charges against my son were dropped. We never had to step foot in a courtroom for a criminal trial, present a defense before a jury, or endure a lengthy court battle. The case was resolved before it ever reached that stage. What I appreciated most throughout the entire process was that Alen always gave me his honest opinion, even when it wasn't necessarily what I wanted to hear. There were no sales tactics, no false promises, and no guessing games. He provided clear guidance, realistic expectations, and sound legal advice at every turn. As a parent navigating an incredibly difficult situation, that level of trust and confidence was invaluable. Having Alen represent you gives you a level of confidence that is difficult to describe. He carries himself with professionalism and excellence, and you know that you are being represented by someone operating at the highest level of the legal profession. He prepares, strategizes, and advocates for his clients while maintaining the utmost professionalism and integrity. If I had to compare Alen to something, I would compare him to a Mercedes-Benz S-Class of attorneys--trusted, respected, refined, dependable, and operating at the highest level. When he represents you, you feel confident knowing that you have someone exceptional in your corner. If you need an attorney who is honest, highly respected, incredibly knowledgeable, and willing to go above and beyond for his clients, Alen Kaneshiro is the attorney you want on your side. I could not have asked for a better outcome, and I am forever grateful for the role he played in protecting my son's future. Thank you, Alen. My family will never forget what you did for us. Five stars isn't enough.

So far, we've only had a consultation. But just based on that, I would say that Mr. Kaneshiro is…read morehighly professional, highly detail oriented, highly concerned with our concerns. He impressed us to the point that we retained him, even when we had planned on not being able to afford it.

Jared has been amazing during an extremely trying and difficult time for my husband and I regarding…read moreour custody for. He went above and beyond for such a difficult case as courts typically side with the mother. He was extremely responsive and patient especially since we are in a different time zone and constantly contacting him. He is still on top of things as there has been difficulties with the other party despite the court order being adjudicated. We are so appreciative and grateful as we would have been completely lost without him. He has been Godsend.

Jared was recommended to me by a local paralegal after my first two divorce lawyers dropped the…read moreball and gave me bad advice. I was already nearly a year and a half into the divorce when Jared took on my highly contentious case. He listened to the long history of my case and gave his honest thoughts on how we should proceed. He was very calm and level headed when the opposing attorney was angry and slinging mud. He worked hard to help mediate between both parties and ended up helping us settle the day we were supposed to set a date for trial. I greatly appreciate his attentiveness and flexibility. I highly recommend him to represent you!

I was in a situation that happened in another state. I needed help but most lawyers never call…read moreback. Lundquist Law was not only knowledgeable, straight forward, and honest, but was compassionate and understanding of my predicament. She didn't overprice, was available, and had my case settled in a timely manner. I highly recommend that if you need a case settled call Lundquist Law. You won't be disappointed.

Pam is an exceptional lawyer and such a great person to work with. She helped me through my divorce…read moreprocess and even took on my case again after my divorce was finalized. She was always there, whenever I needed her, even if it was just to help ease my worries about my case. It's hard to find and trust someone with your personal issues, and Pam is definitely reliable and trustworthy. She is also so very genuine. She put a lot of heart into my case and for fighting for me. I am so thankful to have had someone like her on my case. She goes above and beyond for her clients and their needs.

I needed a reliable and responsive attorney to step into my custody/paternity case after the first…read moreone I had hired proved to be inadequate and downright negligent. I sent an email to Lynne McGivern, recommended to me by a another attorney (Greg Ryan) and she responded to my email within a day, just to let me know that she was preparing for another hearing that needed a lot of her attention as it was extremely important to that client, but that we would connect soon. Green flag #1. We scheduled a meeting within a couple of days and after explaining the uniqueness of my situation, she quickly stepped up and took over. It was an extremely valuable consultation and one that I recommend to anyone who is looking around for help. The cost was $300 with no time limit. She met me on a Saturday morning to accommodate my schedule. This was only 10 days before my next hearing was to take place and in that short period of time she not only managed to file the appropriate forms that my former attorney failed to file, but also draft a declaration for me based on my story, which was eloquently written and submitted to the court. What stood out to me was her empathy when she drafted this form. When we read the final copy she asked me if I was okay because it was "all of your trauma written down". In this same time she managed to get ahold of the other party's full police records, and get me into the Kids First program that my former lawyer said was unimportant. She helped guide me through my expectations and discuss what was reasonable and what might take some time, and by the time my next hearing occurred she made sure she fully understood our situation and was extremely well prepared for court to defend our position to the judge. On the day of my hearing, Lynne exceeded every expectation I had. She was passionate and well spoken, and because of her actions and effort I won the first battle of my case which was getting sole legal and sole physical custody. She also ensured that any visitation with the other party was supervised and recommended a wonderful private visitation supervisor who was great to my child and made a scary situation more comfortable. I appreciated her foresight and thought about my 13 year old who likely would not have enjoyed PACT. It speaks to her experience and empathy. In between the first and next hearing to revisit the visitation schedule, Lynne continued to prepare even though we had already achieved what I initially asked for. She asked for teachers letters, counselors and therapist reports, and visitation supervisor reports, and by the time we went back to court she was again extremely well prepared. We managed to close the case with everything settled. Overall I am extremely grateful to Lynne and Anita, who both went above and beyond for me and my case. The two of them make a wonderful team and have quickly responded to every email, made sure every form was completed correctly and submitted on time, and made me feel truly heard and safe during this process. I appreciate her experience and the way that she understood what "could" happen and her approach to fighting for me and what I asked for.

We reached out to this firm for estate planning and was assigned to a lawyer that was unknown to…read moreus. He apparently is the only lawyer that has any, but limited knowledge in estate planning and did a horrific job. Our only solution was to go to a firm that specializes in estate law and write off the fees as a terrible mistake. Stay away from this firm! JM