Atty. William T. Kinaka

Atty. William T. Kinaka

William T. Kinaka is a lawyer practicing commercial, divorce & separation, family law and 2 other areas of law.

Wailuku Wailuku 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About William T. Kinaka at a glance

William T. Kinaka is a Member based in Wailuku, Hawaii, practicing at William T. Kinaka Attorney at Law. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, business, creditor rights, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1976) and Hawaii (1976). Educated at Washington School of Law, American University (J.D., 1973) and American University (M.A. Whittier, 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Maui County, Hawaii State and American Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Wailuku, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William T. Kinaka is a lawyer practicing commercial, divorce & separation, family law and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a M.A. degree from American University in 1964, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • William practices at William T. Kinaka Attorney at Law in Wailuku, HI

Practice Areas Explained

William T. Kinaka's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William T. Kinaka 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.

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Family Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

William T. Kinaka is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Hawaii →

Creditor Rights & Collections

William T. Kinaka is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Hawaii →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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 Wailuku 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 William T. Kinaka

Where is William T. Kinaka's law office located?
William T. Kinaka's law practice is located in Wailuku, Hawaii. The firm is William T. Kinaka Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William T. Kinaka handle?
William T. Kinaka focuses on divorce, family law, business, creditor rights, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has William T. Kinaka practiced law?
William T. Kinaka has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did William T. Kinaka go to law school?
William T. Kinaka earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (M.A. Whittier, 1964).
How can I contact William T. Kinaka for a consultation?
You can contact William T. Kinaka 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 William T. Kinaka received?
William T. Kinaka's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington School of Law, American University
- 1973
M.A. Whittier
American University
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1976
Hawaii
Admitted: 1976

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