Atty. Steven J. Kim

Atty. Steven J. Kim

Steven J. Kim is a lawyer practicing estate planning, divorce, child custody and 12 other areas of law.

Honolulu Honolulu 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (808) 207-5054 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Steven J. Kim at a glance

Steven J. Kim is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Law Office of Steven J. Kim. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Hawaii U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii and U.S. Suprem (1988) and California (2014). Educated at University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law (JD, 1988) and William S. Richardson (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hawaii County and Hawaii State (Member, HSBA Family Law Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven J. Kim is a lawyer practicing estate planning, divorce, child custody and 12 other areas of law
  • Steven received a degree from William S. Richardson, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Steven practices at Law Office of Steven J. Kim in Honolulu, HI and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Steven J. Kim's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven J. Kim handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Steven J. Kim is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Hawaii →

Child Custody & Visitation

Steven J. Kim is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody 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.

Steven J. Kim is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Hawaii →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Steven J. Kim is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Hawaii →

Real Estate Law

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

Steven J. Kim is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Steven J. Kim

Where is Steven J. Kim's law office located?
Steven J. Kim's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Law Office of Steven J. Kim. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven J. Kim handle?
Steven J. Kim focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Steven J. Kim practiced law?
Steven J. Kim has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Steven J. Kim go to law school?
Steven J. Kim earned their education at (JD, 1988); (—).
How can I contact Steven J. Kim for a consultation?
You can contact Steven J. Kim 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 Steven J. Kim received?
Steven J. Kim's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law
- 1988
William S. Richardson
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Hawaii U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii and U.S. Suprem
Admitted: 1988
California
Admitted: 2014

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