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Atty. Stephen Y. Lau

Atty. Stephen Y. Lau

Stephen Y. Lau is a lawyer practicing collections, family law, contracts and 2 other areas of law.

Honolulu Honolulu 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Y. Lau at a glance

Stephen Y. Lau is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Stephen Y. Lau, Attorney at Law. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, probate, family law, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1972). Educated at Drake University J.D. (—) and University of Hawaii B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen Y. Lau is a lawyer practicing collections, family law, contracts and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Hawaii, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen Y. Lau, Attorney at Law in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Y. Lau's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Contracts

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Probate

Stephen Y. Lau is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Hawaii →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Stephen Y. Lau is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Hawaii →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Stephen Y. Lau is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Stephen Y. Lau

Where is Stephen Y. Lau's law office located?
Stephen Y. Lau's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Stephen Y. Lau, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Y. Lau handle?
Stephen Y. Lau focuses on wills, contracts, probate, family law, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Stephen Y. Lau practiced law?
Stephen Y. Lau has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen Y. Lau go to law school?
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How can I contact Stephen Y. Lau for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Y. Lau directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen Y. Lau received?
Stephen Y. Lau's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Drake University J.D.
- In Progress
University of Hawaii B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1972

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