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16 Years
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Trusted Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Lawyers in Honolulu
Kaneshiro Law has been providing dedicated legal representation in criminal defense and personal injury cases since 2010. Our firm, founded by Alen M.K. Kaneshiro, prioritizes personalized advocacy and client responsiveness, handling cases ranging from traffic offenses to complex federal crimes across all Hawaiian islands. With extensive trial experience and a focus on local community needs, we combine deep legal expertise with a commitment to accessible, transparent representation. Our team has secured countless dismissals, acquittals, and favorable plea agreements while maintaining a client-centered approach that values individualized attention over corporate impersonality. 
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Personal Injury
Federal Crimes Defense
Traffic Violations
Probation Defense
Appeals
TRO Representation
Weapons Offenses
Drug Crimes
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of trial experience in state and federal courts across Hawaii
- Our founder graduated from the William S. Richardson School of Law and is locally rooted
- We handle all levels of criminal cases from traffic offenses to homicide defense
- Personalized service with direct attorney communication throughout your case
- Contingency fee basis available for personal injury claims with no upfront costs
Services
Criminal Defense
We provide comprehensive defense representation for all criminal charges in Hawaii state and federal courts. Our services cover misdemeanors, felonies, and federal offenses including pre-trial negotiations, jury trials, and appeals. With experience handling thousands of cases across all Hawaiian islands, we focus on protecting client rights while developing strategic defense approaches tailored to each case's specific circumstances.
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense includes both criminal prosecution and administrative license revocation proceedings. We guide clients through Hawaii's complex DUI penalties, license reinstatement processes, and ignition interlock permit requirements while challenging evidence and exploring all available legal defenses to minimize long-term consequences.
Personal Injury
We represent clients seeking compensation for injuries caused by others' negligence. Our contingency-based services include case investigation, insurance negotiations, and trial representation for automobile accidents, slip-and-falls, medical malpractice, and other personal injury matters across Hawaii.
Federal Crimes Defense
We defend clients facing federal criminal charges including drug offenses, weapons violations, and white-collar crimes. Our services address unique federal procedures, sentencing guidelines, and pre-trial detention hearings while developing defense strategies tailored to federal court requirements.
Traffic Violations Defense
We handle serious traffic offenses including excessive speeding, reckless driving, and license suspension cases. Our representation focuses on challenging evidence, negotiating reduced penalties, and explaining complex traffic laws to minimize impacts on driving records and insurance rates.
People
Alen M.K. Kaneshiro
Principal Attorney
Locally born and educated attorney with 15+ years of experience handling criminal defense and personal injury cases across Hawaii. Graduated from the William S. Richardson School of Law and founded his private firm in 2010 after working with the State Office of the Public Defender.
Shay Suzuki
Office Manager
Manages daily operations and client communications for Kaneshiro Law, ensuring efficient case processing and client support services.
Questions
What criminal defense services do you offer in Hawaii?
We handle all levels of criminal offenses including DUI, drug crimes, assault, theft, weapons offenses, and homicide defense across state and federal courts in all Hawaiian islands.
How do you handle DUI cases in Hawaii?
We defend against DUI charges including administrative license revocation proceedings, court penalties, and ignition interlock permit applications while explaining all available legal options.
Do you handle personal injury cases on contingency?
Yes, we represent personal injury clients on a contingency fee basis where payment only occurs if we secure compensation through settlement or trial.
What differentiates your federal criminal defense approach?
Our experience with federal sentencing guidelines and pre-trial detention hearings provides strategic advantages in navigating complex federal prosecution processes.
Can you explain Hawaii's excessive speeding penalties?
Excessive speeding convictions carry mandatory penalties including fines $500-$1,000, license suspension, driver retraining courses, and potential SR-22 insurance requirements.
