Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Honolulu, HI
Law Office Of Rhoda Yabes Alvarez has provided trusted legal representation for over 20 years, specializing in immigration law, family law, business law, workers compensation, and personal injury cases. Our firm combines multigenerational expertise with personalized service, offering legal counsel in English, Tagalog, and Ilocano to clients in Hawaii, the mainland United States, and the Philippines. We maintain strong relationships with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and other regulatory bodies while prioritizing direct attorney-client collaboration throughout every case.Our team's experience spans complex immigration processes, family law disputes, business entity formation, and workers compensation claims, with a demonstrated track record of successful outcomes in deportation defense, citizenship applications, and personal injury litigation. We emphasize transparent communication, cultural competence, and tailored legal strategies that address each client's unique circumstances.
Services
U.S. Immigration
Family Law
Business Law
Workers Compensation
Car Accidents
Bankruptcy Law
Philippine Legal Issues
Citizenship & Naturalization
Immigration Appeals
Removal Proceedings
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of combined legal experience across Hawaii and the Philippines
- Multilingual legal support in English, Tagalog, and Ilocano
- Direct attorney-client collaboration throughout entire case lifecycle
- Specialized expertise in cross-border immigration and business law
- Proven track record in complex immigration and family law cases
Associations and certifications
- Philippine Supreme Court, Accredited Mediator
What people say
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Services
U.S. Immigration
Our immigration law practice assists clients with visas, green cards, citizenship applications, and deportation defense. We handle family-based petitions, employment visas, and complex immigration cases requiring specialized knowledge of U.S.-Philippine legal intersections. Our attorneys provide representation before immigration courts and federal appellate bodies while maintaining personalized case management throughout the process.
Family Law
We represent clients in divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and property division matters. Our approach emphasizes personalized attention to family law cases involving cross-border considerations between Hawaii and the Philippines. We handle adoption petitions, paternity determinations, and post-decree modifications while maintaining client confidentiality and cultural sensitivity throughout legal proceedings.
Business Law
Our business law services support local Honolulu enterprises and international corporations with entity formation, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance. We assist Filipino entrepreneurs establishing U.S. businesses and provide cross-border legal counsel for commercial transactions between Hawaii and the Philippines. Our practice includes real estate transactions and business succession planning.
Workers Compensation
We advocate for injured workers seeking compensation benefits following workplace accidents in Hawaii. Our representation includes claims for medical expenses, disability benefits, and vocational rehabilitation. We protect clients from employer retaliation while navigating Hawaii's workers compensation system to secure rightful benefits for injuries across various industries.
Car Accidents
Our personal injury practice handles car accident claims involving severe injuries like traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord damage. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering while coordinating with medical experts to document long-term impacts. Our firm represents clients in insurance negotiations and litigation to maximize recovery.
People
Rhoda Yabes Alvarez
Attorney
With over 20 years of legal experience, Atty. Rhoda Yabes Alvarez specializes in immigration law, family law, and personal injury cases. She provides multilingual legal services in English, Tagalog, and Ilocano while maintaining cross-border legal expertise between Hawaii and the Philippines.
Rodolfo V. Yabes
Partner
As a seasoned legal professional, Atty. Rodolfo V. Yabes contributes extensive experience in Philippine legal matters and business law. He collaborates with the Honolulu office to provide comprehensive legal solutions for cross-border cases involving immigration and commercial transactions.
Gloria D. Catbagan
Senior Associate
Atty. Gloria D. Catbagan brings specialized expertise in Philippine legal issues and immigration law. Her practice focuses on family-based immigration petitions and cross-border legal matters requiring coordination between Philippine and U.S. jurisdictions.
Allan Abcede Alvarez
Attorney/Office Manager
Attorney Allan Abcede Alvarez manages office operations while providing legal counsel on business law matters. He assists with entity formation, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance for local and international clients operating in Hawaii.
Alonzo Yabes Alvarez
Paralegal
Alonzo Yabes Alvarez supports immigration and business law cases as a paralegal professional. He assists with document preparation, case management, and client communication while maintaining cultural competence in serving multilingual clients.
Questions
What immigration services do you offer?
We handle family-based petitions, employment visas, citizenship applications, deportation defense, and cross-border immigration cases between the U.S. and Philippines.
Do you handle family law cases in Hawaii?
Yes, we represent clients in divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, property division, adoption petitions, and paternity determinations across Hawaii and the Philippines.
Can you assist with business formation in Hawaii?
We help establish LLCs, draft corporate documents, and provide regulatory compliance counsel for local businesses and international corporations operating in Hawaii.
Do you handle workers compensation cases?
Yes, we represent injured workers seeking medical benefits and disability compensation while protecting against employer retaliation in Hawaii workplaces.
What languages do you offer legal services in?
Our attorneys provide legal counsel in English, Tagalog, and Ilocano to accommodate diverse client needs across cultural backgrounds.
Do you handle personal injury cases from car accidents?
We pursue compensation for car accident victims suffering injuries like whiplash, fractures, and traumatic brain injuries through insurance claims and litigation.
