Atty. John D. Yamane

Atty. John D. Yamane

John D. Yamane grew up on a pineapple plantation on Lanai, where his father was a horticulturist for the Dole Pineapple Company.

Honolulu Honolulu 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About John D. Yamane at a glance

John D. Yamane is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Washington (1978) and Hawaii (1980). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Washington (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hawaii State Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America American Association for Justice Consumer Lawyers of Hawaii. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John D. Yamane grew up on a pineapple plantation on Lanai, where his father was a horticulturist for the Dole Pineapple Company
  • After earning his law degree in 1978 from the University of Washington School of Law, John clerked under Judge Liem Tuai of the Seattle Superior Court
  • Returning to Hawaii, John served in the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, assisting victims of crime
  • Since 1981, he has fought for the rights of those injured by the negligent actions of others in more than 25 criminal and civil jury trials
  • As a Honolulu personal injury attorney, John is passionate about serving the people of Hawaii and helping them resolve their injury cases in the most effective and timely manner possible
  • He always places the needs of his clients first and is laser-focused on winning maximum compensation for those who have been injured so that they can focus on their recovery and move on with their lives
  • John’s efforts to help others have been recognized by: • inclusion on the Super Lawyers® list • BV® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell® • Recognized among Best Lawyers®

Practice Areas Explained

John D. Yamane's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. Yamane handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

John D. Yamane is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Hawaii →

Product Liability

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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 John D. Yamane

Where is John D. Yamane's law office located?
John D. Yamane's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D. Yamane handle?
John D. Yamane focuses on car accidents, personal injury, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has John D. Yamane practiced law?
John D. Yamane has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John D. Yamane go to law school?
John D. Yamane earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact John D. Yamane for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John D. Yamane received?
John D. Yamane's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1978
Hawaii
Admitted: 1980

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