Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorney in Honolulu, HI
Since 1996, I have dedicated my practice to helping individuals and families in Hawaii navigate complex family law matters. My approach prioritizes resolving disputes outside of court through mediation and negotiation, leveraging my experience as a certified mediator and volunteer settlement master. When litigation becomes necessary, I bring extensive courtroom expertise to advocate for clients' best interests.My practice focuses on divorce, child custody, adoption, and domestic violence cases, informed by my prior work with child welfare agencies and court-appointed roles. I maintain a commitment to community service and improving Hawaii's family court system while operating with honesty, reasonableness, and teamwork in every client relationship.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Adoption
Mediation
Guardianship
Paternity
Child Support
Restraining Orders
Post-Divorce
Child Welfare
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of Hawaii family law experience since 1996
- Certified mediator with court-appointed roles in custody cases
- Proven success in complex child custody and domestic violence matters
- Flexible evening and Saturday consultation availability
- Active participant in improving Hawaii's family court system
Services
Divorce
Comprehensive divorce representation focusing on equitable asset division, spousal support, and child-related matters. Our approach prioritizes negotiated settlements while preparing for litigation when necessary. Clients benefit from 25+ years of courtroom experience and mediation expertise in Honolulu's family court system.
Child Custody
Specialized representation for child custody disputes including physical custody, legal decision-making, and visitation rights. Drawing from court-appointed experience as Guardian Ad Litem, we advocate for arrangements serving children's best interests while protecting parental rights through mediation or litigation.
Adoption
Guiding families through Hawaii's adoption process for stepparents, relatives, and private adoptions. We handle required court filings, home studies, and termination of parental rights proceedings while ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations and best practices for successful case resolution.
Mediation
Court-certified mediation services for divorce and family law matters, including custody, support, and property division. As a Volunteer Settlement Master and mediator with the Mediation Center of the Pacific, we facilitate mutually beneficial agreements while reducing litigation costs and emotional strain.
Restraining Orders
Emergency protection order assistance for domestic violence victims and defense representation against false allegations. Our experience with domestic violence agencies ensures appropriate legal strategies that prioritize client safety while navigating Hawaii's temporary restraining order procedures.
People
Kevin S. Adaniya
Attorney at Law
Family law attorney with 25+ years of experience in Honolulu. Former domestic violence agency attorney and court-appointed custody evaluator. Certified mediator with volunteer roles in Hawaii's family court system. Committed to resolving cases through negotiation while maintaining strong litigation capabilities.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, adoption, paternity, child support, restraining orders, and child welfare cases across Hawaii.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Request a Zoom consultation through our website for flexible evening or Saturday appointments with payment by credit/debit card.
What are your fees for legal services?
The initial Zoom consultation costs $190.00 flat fee. Case-specific pricing depends on complexity and required court involvement.
Do you handle cases outside Honolulu?
We primarily serve Oahu but can assist with family law matters in other Hawaiian islands through strategic case management.
How do you approach custody disputes?
We prioritize negotiated solutions using mediation expertise while preparing strong litigation strategies when necessary to protect parental rights and children's best interests.
