Judith Ann Pavey

At our esteemed law firm, we are dedicated to providing top-quality legal services to individuals and families who have suffered due to the negligence of others. Our team, led by the highly experienced and accomplished trial attorney Judith Ann Pavey, has been representing clients in personal injury and medical malpractice matters for over 45 years. We are committed to building relationships of trust and honesty with our clients, providing them with the best possible legal representation and support during their time of need.

Experienced Representation for Traumatic, Catastrophic Injury Clients

As a seasoned injury attorney, Judith Ann Pavey is dedicated to helping clients navigate the legal process and determine if they may bring a claim for compensation against the party at fault. Catastrophic injuries, such as paralysis, traumatic brain injuries, complex fractures, and organ damage, can have a profound impact on a person's life. With the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney like Judith Ann Pavey, clients can rest assured that they have a key partner on the road to wellness and to becoming whole.

Medical Malpractice Expertise

Judith Ann Pavey has particular expertise with cases involving medical malpractice. She represents clients who were injured as a result of delayed or misdiagnosis, ER mistakes, and other traumatic and catastrophic injuries. Ms. Pavey's medical malpractice work has been recognized by prestigious organizations such as Best Lawyers in America, Hawaii Super Lawyers, Chambers USA, and Benchmark Litigation. Her impressive skill at trial and dedication to her clients have made her one of an elite handful of trial attorneys practicing in Hawaii.

Career Path to Excellence

Ms. Pavey's legal talent was recognized early; while in law school, she received a special certification from the Indiana Supreme Court to act as a prosecutor on criminal cases. Upon graduation, Ms. Pavey was recruited by a high-profile Hawaii litigation firm where she quickly established a reputation as a skilled and successful lawyer in criminal, personal injury, and civil litigation. In 1985, Ms. Pavey started her own firm with a primary focus on plaintiffs' personal injury cases, including medical malpractice, legal malpractice, and defective products causing substantial physical and/or economic damages. Ms. Pavey also handled select commercial litigation cases at her firm.

In fact, Ms. Pavey was a lead litigator representing minority shareholders in a commercial litigation case when her impressive skill at trial caught the attention of counsel at Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher. Ms. Pavey joined Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher as Of Counsel in 2008, where she skillfully and successfully practices both personal injury and commercial litigation.

Highly Recognized Litigation Lawyer

Ms. Pavey has been selected to The Best Lawyers in America list, as a "Lawyer of the Year" Honolulu in both personal injury and commercial litigation practice areas. She has also been recognized by Hawaii Super Lawyers, Chambers USA, and Benchmark Litigation. Ms. Pavey is rated "AV Preeminent" by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating given to her by legal peers for ethics and professionalism in the practice of law. She is one of only two female attorneys in Hawaii to join the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates.