Atty. James Y. Agena

Atty. James Y. Agena

James Y. Agena is a lawyer practicing real estate, litigation, chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Honolulu Honolulu 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Y. Agena at a glance

James Y. Agena is a chapter 7, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1983). Educated at William S. Richardson (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Y. Agena is a lawyer practicing real estate, litigation, chapter 7 bankruptcy
  • James received a degree from William S. Richardson, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

James Y. Agena's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Y. Agena handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

James Y. Agena is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Hawaii →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Y. Agena is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Hawaii →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James Y. Agena is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Hawaii →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Y. Agena is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Hawaii →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Hawaii

Practicing law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Honolulu are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Hawaii state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Hawaii brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Hawaii courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Y. Agena

Where is James Y. Agena's law office located?
James Y. Agena's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Y. Agena handle?
James Y. Agena focuses on chapter 7, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has James Y. Agena practiced law?
James Y. Agena has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Y. Agena go to law school?
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How can I contact James Y. Agena for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Y. Agena received?
James Y. Agena's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

William S. Richardson
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1983

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