Atty. Toby Tonaki

Atty. Toby Tonaki

Toby Tonaki is a lawyer practicing insurance defense. Toby received a B.A. degree from University of Hawaii in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Honolulu Honolulu 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Toby Tonaki at a glance

Toby Tonaki is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Law Office of Toby M. Tonaki. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on insurance. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1993). Educated at William S. Richardson School of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Hawaii (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hawaii State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Toby Tonaki is a lawyer practicing insurance defense
  • Toby received a B.A. degree from University of Hawaii in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Toby practices at Law Office of Toby M. Tonaki in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Toby Tonaki's Areas of Practice

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Toby Tonaki

Where is Toby Tonaki's law office located?
Toby Tonaki's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Law Office of Toby M. Tonaki. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Toby Tonaki handle?
Toby Tonaki focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Toby Tonaki practiced law?
Toby Tonaki has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Toby Tonaki go to law school?
Toby Tonaki earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Toby Tonaki for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Toby Tonaki received?
Toby Tonaki's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
William S. Richardson School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
University of Hawaii
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1993

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