Honolulu • Hawaii
Honolulu • Hawaii
Experienced criminal defense representation for individuals facing serious legal matters throughout Hawaii.
Personalized, Professional, Responsive
Being arrested is a stressful and trying time in a person's life. It is critical to know how the system works, your rights, and your defenses before the gears of the legal system start turning.
Sometimes, the first few hours after coming into contact with police can be critical to your case. The actions you take during this time can have far-reaching consequences.
We understand that your case—no matter how big or small—affects your life in innumerable ways. That is why responsiveness and effective advocacy on behalf of our clients are two of our primary goals.
We provide personalized, quality and individualized service at an affordable rate. Each client is more than a number. Our mission is to provide high-quality, personalized legal services at a reasonable rate.
Perhaps the greatest calamity that can befall a human being in our society is to be charged with a criminal offense. Into this breach steps defense counsel—sworn to protect the client's interests to the best defense the law will allow.
Defense counsel must be prepared to stand and fight for his client against public outcry; he must stand and fight for his client throughout his trial; and he must stand and fight for his client at the time final judgment is entered.
If posterity judges a free society by how it treats its individual members, it should be of considerable consolation to us all that our system does not require an accused to stand alone.
Alen M. K. Kaneshiro was born and raised on the windward side of Oahu. He is proud not only to be locally born, but also locally educated. Alen graduated from Kailua High School, the University of Hawaii at Manoa and received his juris doctorate from the William S. Richardson School of Law.
After graduating, he worked for the Honorable Virginia Lea Crandall before joining the State Office of the Public Defender. Alen founded his private firm in 2010 focusing his practice on criminal defense and personal injury cases.
Alen has effectively represented thousands of clients charged with criminal offenses in front of judges and juries on Oahu, Maui, Kona and Hilo, Kauai, Molokai and Lanai, resulting in countless dismissals, acquittals and post-trial conviction reversals after appeal. Alen has filed numerous appeals to the Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawaii and the Hawaii Supreme Court.
While primarily focusing on taking cases to trial, he has also negotiated thousands of plea agreements to the benefit of his clients. Alen spends his weekends with family, friends, and at the beach fishing.
alen@kaneshirolaw.com
(808) 521-7720
Each client is more than a number or a dollar sign. We treat every case with the attention and care it deserves.
Responsiveness and effective advocacy on behalf of our clients are two of our primary goals. We stay available and engaged.
We know your case is important because it is important to you. Every matter receives individualized attention and strategy.
High-quality personalized legal services at a reasonable rate. We believe excellent representation shouldn't require enormous fees.
"Totally recommend Alen!!!"
Alen was the most professional yet humble attorney and therefore, that's what I based my decision to hire him on. Did not promise me anything from the get-go like other attorneys I consulted with. Yet, he represented me with utmost professionalism and hard work and in turn, my case was dismissed. I'm not promising you that he will be able to do the same for you but I can say that he will represent you to the fullest and it's easy to see that he works hard for your case.
"Honest, reliable, and all around great attorney!"
Alen is a wonderful attorney. I was involved in a criminal matter and Alen supported and fought for me throughout my entire case. He was able to represent me from the mainland which was a relief so I didn't have to return to the island for court. He is everything I could have hoped for and more. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable, professional, and kept a responsive open line of communication. He was not only easy to work with but seemed to always think 3 steps ahead and have a plan of action. Ultimately Alen was able to get my case dismissed due to a procedural defect.
"Great attorney to work with!!! HIGHLY recommended!"
Seemed to be very loyal, and worked with me in every aspect of my DUI case, from financially to working with my crazy work schedule. He keeps his clients updated throughout the whole process and makes you feel more comfortable with the process. He thoroughly explains everything that is going on and makes you feel like he is truly on your side. I would highly recommend Alen Kaneshiro to anyone who is in need. He is very personable and seems to care about his client.
"An attorney you can trust!!!"
Alen represented me in a licensing matter before an administrative board. He met with me several times before the first hearing to prepare me and to develop a strategy that resulted in favorable outcome. This was very important for me because an unfavorable decision would have prevented me from continuing to work in my current industry. Although he seemed to be very busy, Alen returned every single phone call and message I left for him and took the time to explain each stage of the hearing process thoroughly.
"Professional and Reassuring"
Legal proceedings are always such an emotional and scary process. Alen was able to allay all of my concerns related to my trial and even took the time to explain his strategy and ramifications, every step of the way. His style made me feel like a collaborator rather than a bystander (which I have had the experience of dealing with as well) and Alen was always available for consultation. I have recommended him to many of my friends and family as a direct result of his knowledge and experience.
"Your search is over"
Alen has been an amazing lawyer. He treated me like his most valued client and after referring several friends to him, they all said the same thing. During our meeting I never felt rushed he would thoroughly answer any questions I had until I felt absolutely comfortable that I understood everything about my case. To be honest, he should be on Wall Street representing major corporations and charging ten times what he currently does but he loves the islands and its people and has a passion for what he does.
Contact us to schedule a free consultation with experienced criminal defense representation.
Payment plans are available
Davies Pacific Center
841 Bishop Street, Ste 2201
Honolulu, HI 96813
Free initial consultation available. Payment plans are available.
