Atty. Wil Yamamoto

Atty. Wil Yamamoto

Wil Yamamoto is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Energy Law, Energy Regulatory Law and Utilities Law. Wil, who practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been recognized since 2021.

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Profile Summary

About Wil Yamamoto at a glance

Wil Yamamoto is a government and energy attorney based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Yamamoto Hetherington LLLC. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law (2026). Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Wil Yamamoto is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Energy Law, Energy Regulatory Law and Utilities Law
  • Wil, who practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Wil is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Wil Yamamoto's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Wil Yamamoto is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Hawaii →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Wil Yamamoto is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Wil Yamamoto

Where is Wil Yamamoto's law office located?
Wil Yamamoto's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Yamamoto Hetherington LLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wil Yamamoto handle?
Wil Yamamoto focuses on government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How can I contact Wil Yamamoto for a consultation?
You can contact Wil Yamamoto 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 Wil Yamamoto received?
Wil Yamamoto's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Utilities Law; Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Honolulu).

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Utilities Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Honolulu)
- 2025

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