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1. I think I have a legal case or problem and what should I do?
This is the most consistently asked question after more than 28 years of practicing law (in good standing, I should add). As an experienced law practitioner in private law practice in civil, criminal, and appellate law, and formerly in government with the Hawaii State Attorney General’s office, I will give you a prompt and honest answer. Be ready to give me the facts of what happened to you or your loved one. Once I hear all of your facts, I will give you an immediate answer from my legal analysis of your situation. Call me, leave a message if I am not in, and I will call you back. In California, phone: 530-885-4133. Fax: 530-885-1322. In Honolulu, Hawaii, phone: 808-988-7720. In Hilo, Hawaii, call: 808-961-3277. Or, email: waikikilawyer@thegrid.net. I look forward to hearing from you. Aloha!
2. Do I have to file a lawsuit?
Most lawsuits should be filed within two years of the harm to yourself or your loved ones. A lawsuit is not necessary if whoever harmed you will try to resolve the problem honestly and fairly. Unfortunately, the primary reason for my filing of a lawsuit is because wrongdoers can be unreasonable, unfair or very dishonest! Thus, access to the courts by the filing of a lawsuit for a fair remedy must be done. However, I do try to attempt an out-of-court settlement first. As you may already know, filing a lawsuit and the ensuing litigation can be very expensive to the average family.
3. How much are your services going to cost me?
If you have a worthy case and you call early, a “contingency fee” attorney’s contract could be the best way to proceed. I will advance the legal costs and if we win, I will ask you for reimbursement of the costs that I advance plus 1/3 of any recovery. Other cases can be done on a flat fee basis or hourly basis. In order to promote justice and equal access to the courts, I have taken quiet pride in myself to offer working families access to the courts when other attorneys have rejected their case or the financial arrangements are simply too high. Please call me to discuss your case in more detail and do not be afraid to speak frankly to me about legal costs involved.
4. Can you guarantee me a successful result?
In my opinion, no worthy attorney will ever issue a guaranteed result. I can only promise you that I will work hard on your case and stay on top of matters. Further, I will call you back promptly, usually, within 24 hours of your call if you leave your call back number.
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