Business Details
35 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Maui Legal Team for Business, Family, and Real Estate Law
Yanagida & Associates has provided comprehensive legal representation to businesses and families in Maui County since 1991. Our attorneys combine extensive academic credentials from institutions like UC Berkeley and Stanford University with practical experience in business, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy matters. We prioritize collaborative problem-solving to develop tailored strategies that align with client objectives while maintaining readiness to litigate when necessary.Our team's AV-Rating from Martindale Hubbell reflects our commitment to legal excellence and ethical practice. With proven success in federal and state courts, we offer guidance on transactions, dispute resolution, and complex litigation across diverse industries. Our focus on client communication ensures transparent decision-making throughout every legal process.
Services
Business Law
Real Estate Law
Divorce
Bankruptcy
Family Law
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of legal experience serving Maui businesses and families
- Our attorneys hold AV-Ratings for legal excellence from Martindale Hubbell
- Proven success in complex federal and international litigation cases
- Comprehensive legal solutions across business, family, and real estate law
- Personalized representation combining strategic consultation with aggressive advocacy
Associations and certifications
- Martindale Hubbell
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice provides comprehensive legal guidance for companies at all stages. We assist with business formations, contract negotiations, employment law issues, and maritime law matters. Our attorneys help clients navigate complex transactions while minimizing litigation risks. We represent businesses in federal and state courts when disputes arise, combining strategic thinking with aggressive advocacy to protect commercial interests.
Family Law
Our family law attorneys handle divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and property division matters. We prioritize mediation and collaborative approaches to resolve conflicts amicably while preparing for courtroom representation when necessary. The team has extensive experience with complex property divisions, paternity cases, and child support arrangements. We provide sensitive yet assertive representation tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
Real Estate Law
Real estate legal services include lease disputes, property transactions, and homeowners association matters. We represent clients in landlord-tenant conflicts, covenant enforcement, and title disputes. Our attorneys handle both residential and commercial real estate cases, with particular expertise in Hawaii-specific property laws. We provide strategic counsel for quiet title actions and adverse possession claims.
Bankruptcy
Our bankruptcy practice focuses on creditor representation in complex cases. We assist financial institutions and lenders with debt recovery matters, including involuntary bankruptcy filings and stay relief motions. The firm has successfully handled multi-state bankruptcy cases involving international parties. We provide strategic guidance to protect creditors' interests while navigating federal bankruptcy court procedures.
Business Litigation
Business litigation services address corporate governance disputes, breach of contract claims, and professional liability matters. Our attorneys handle post-acquisition conflicts, unfair business practices, and employment law claims. We combine thorough factual analysis with creative legal strategies to resolve commercial disputes efficiently. The team has extensive courtroom experience in both state and federal jurisdictions.
People
Joy Yanagida
Founder
Joy Yanagida established the firm in 1991 after serving in prominent legal roles including White House staff attorney. She holds a J.D. from UC Berkeley and an A.B. from Stanford University. Admitted to practice in Hawaii and multiple federal courts, she maintains an AV-Rating from Martindale Hubbell for legal excellence.
Questions
What areas of law does Yanagida & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in business law, family law, real estate law, and bankruptcy representation for businesses and individuals in Maui County.
How does the firm approach business litigation cases?
We prioritize preventive legal strategies to avoid disputes, but will aggressively litigate when necessary using our extensive courtroom experience.
What makes your family law practice unique?
Our team combines legal expertise with sensitivity to family dynamics, focusing on mediation while maintaining readiness for courtroom advocacy.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Yes, we have successfully resolved complex cases involving parties from Canada, France, Belgium, and New Caledonia.
What experience do you have with real estate disputes?
We represent clients in lease conflicts, property transactions, and homeowners association matters with decades of local legal expertise.
