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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Honolulu, HI
Starn O'Toole Marcus-Fisher is a premier law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services in real estate, business law, and commercial litigation. With decades of collective experience, our team of highly accredited attorneys combines intellectual rigor with strategic insight to achieve optimal outcomes for clients. We maintain Martindale-Hubbell's AV Preeminent rating, consistently earn recognition in Best Lawyers in America, and hold leadership positions in Chambers and Partners USA directories. Our practice spans complex real estate transactions, bet-the-company litigation, and innovative solutions for climate change-related legal challenges.We prioritize responsive client service, evidenced by our 45+ recognitions as top legal professionals and designation as Benchmark Litigation's Hawaii Litigation Firm of the Year for 2020-2025. Our attorneys' deep understanding of Hawaii's regulatory landscape, combined with international network capabilities through TerraLex and SCG Legal, enables comprehensive representation for domestic and global clients.
Services
Real Estate Law
Business Litigation
Sea Level Rise Practice
Intellectual Property
Government Affairs
Highlights and features
- Over 45 years of combined legal experience with Hawaii-focused expertise
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent-rated attorneys for ethical and professional excellence
- Client-centric approach with 24/7 responsive legal representation
- Innovative solutions for complex real estate and litigation matters
- Recognized as Best Law Firms Tier 1 Hawaii practice since 2010
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
- Best Lawyers in America
- Super Lawyers
- Chambers and Partners USA
- Benchmark Litigation
What people say
Highly knowledgeable attorneys
Exceptional client service
Strategic legal solutions
Proven track record
Deep local expertise
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles complex transactions, land use issues, and development projects across Hawaii and internationally. With attorneys recognized in Chambers and Partners USA and Super Lawyers, we provide strategic guidance for property acquisitions, zoning matters, and regulatory compliance. Our team's deep understanding of Hawaii's unique legal landscape enables successful navigation of coastal zone management and special management area regulations.
Business Litigation
Recognized as Benchmark Litigation's Hawaii Litigation Firm of the Year, our team handles complex commercial disputes including bet-the-company litigation. With 45+ years of combined experience, we represent clients in state and federal courts, including the US Supreme Court, with a focus on strategic settlements and trial excellence in business law matters.
Sea Level Rise Practice
Pioneering legal solutions for coastal property challenges under Hawaii's Coastal Zone Management Act. Our attorneys advise on shoreline regulations, special management area compliance, and sea wall permitting. With direct relationships with state regulators, we help clients adapt to evolving climate change requirements while protecting property rights.
Intellectual Property
Our intellectual property practice covers trademark registration, copyright protection, and technology-related legal matters. We assist businesses in safeguarding their intellectual assets through strategic counseling and enforcement actions, combining technical knowledge with litigation expertise to protect clients' competitive advantages.
Government Affairs
We provide strategic guidance on administrative law matters and government relations. Our services include legislative advocacy, regulatory compliance counseling, and representation before state and local government agencies, leveraging decades of experience in Hawaii's political landscape to achieve favorable policy outcomes for clients.
People
Trevor A. Brown
Attorney
Recognized in 15 litigation and transactional categories by Best Lawyers in America, with expertise in business strategy and complex litigation matters.
Duane R. Fisher
President
President of the firm with multiple Lawyer of the Year honors, specializing in real estate, corporate law, and construction law matters.
Kenneth B. Marcus
Attorney
Recognized for structuring complex hotel management agreements and serving as an officer in prestigious hospitality consulting organizations.
Douglas S. Chin
Attorney
Former Hawaii Attorney General with 20+ years of litigation experience in state and federal courts, focusing on administrative law.
Eric S. Robinson
Attorney
Focuses on land use, government relations, and special management area issues with recognition as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers.
Questions
What areas of law does Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher specialize in?
We specialize in real estate law, business litigation, sea level rise regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and government affairs.
Are your attorneys recognized in legal directories?
Yes, our attorneys appear in Best Lawyers in America, Chambers and Partners USA, Super Lawyers, and Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent listings.
How does the firm handle complex litigation matters?
Our litigation team employs strategic planning and trial expertise, with experience in state/federal courts and the US Supreme Court for complex commercial disputes.
Can you assist with Hawaii's coastal property regulations?
Yes, our Sea Level Rise Practice Group specializes in shoreline regulations, special management area compliance, and coastal development permits.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept standard legal payment arrangements including retainer agreements and hourly billing structures.
