Atty. Wayne M. Sakai

Atty. Wayne M. Sakai

Phi Alpha Delta. Law Clerk to Hon.

Honolulu Honolulu 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (808) 808-4813 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Wayne M. Sakai at a glance

Wayne M. Sakai is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Sakai Iwanaga Sutton Law Group. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1966), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1967), and U.S. Court of International Trade (1968). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1965) and University of Hawaii (B.Ed., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hawaii State Bar Association (Member, Board of Directors, 1979-1980) American Judicature Society American Board of Trial Advocates (President, Hawaii Chapter, 1977-1979) American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Alpha Delta
  • Law Clerk to Hon. Charles E. Cassidy, Justice, Supreme Court of Hawaii, 1966
  • Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, City and County of Honolulu, 1967-1968

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne M. Sakai's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, 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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

Wayne M. Sakai is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Hawaii →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Wayne M. Sakai

Where is Wayne M. Sakai's law office located?
Wayne M. Sakai's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Sakai Iwanaga Sutton Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne M. Sakai handle?
Wayne M. Sakai focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Wayne M. Sakai practiced law?
Wayne M. Sakai has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Wayne M. Sakai go to law school?
Wayne M. Sakai earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.Ed., 1962).
How can I contact Wayne M. Sakai for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Wayne M. Sakai received?
Wayne M. Sakai's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1965
B.Ed.
University of Hawaii
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Court of International Trade
Admitted: 1968

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