Business Details
35 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Maui
Founded in 1991, Yanagida & Associates has established itself as a trusted legal partner in Maui County, Hawaii. Our team combines intellectual rigor with practical experience to deliver tailored legal solutions for businesses and families. Specializing in business law, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy, we prioritize proactive consultation to prevent disputes while maintaining the capability to litigate aggressively when necessary. With attorneys admitted to practice in Hawaii, federal courts, and the Ninth Circuit, we handle complex cases involving international parties, multi-state jurisdictions, and specialized legal matters.Our collaborative approach ensures clients benefit from strategic counsel, creative problem-solving, and a commitment to achieving efficient, effective outcomes. Recognized for excellence through AV-Rating by Martindale Hubbell, we serve local and international clients with personalized attention to their unique legal needs.
Services
Business Law
Real Estate Law
Divorce
Bankruptcy
Employment Law
Maritime Law
Family Court Representation
Mediation Services
Commercial Litigation
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in complex legal matters across multiple jurisdictions.
- Our attorneys hold degrees from UC Berkeley, Stanford, and University of Hawaii.
- We combine proactive consultation with aggressive litigation when necessary.
- Recognized as AV-Rated by Martindale Hubbell for legal excellence.
- Successfully handle international and multi-state cases with strategic precision.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale Hubbell AV-Rated
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice provides comprehensive guidance for companies from formation to complex transactions. We assist with contracts, mergers, employment law, and maritime issues, combining strategic counsel with litigation readiness. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of Hawaii's business landscape and international case experience.
Real Estate Law
We handle real estate disputes including lease agreements, HOA conflicts, and property rights. Our team specializes in quiet title actions, eviction proceedings, and covenant enforcement, with a track record of successful outcomes in Maui's unique legal environment.
Divorce
Our family law practice focuses on divorce mediation and litigation, child custody, and property division. We prioritize amicable resolutions while maintaining courtroom readiness, with extensive experience in Hawaii's family court system and multi-jurisdictional cases.
Bankruptcy
We represent creditors and debtors in complex bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 7 filings and involuntary bankruptcies. Our experience includes navigating the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act to protect client interests in Hawaii's federal courts.
Employment Law
Our employment law practice defends businesses against discrimination claims and labor disputes. We handle cases before the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission and National Labor Relations Board, with notable successes in high-profile employment litigation.
People
Joy Yanagida
Founder
AV-Rated attorney with 30+ years of experience, graduated from UC Berkeley Law and Stanford University. Admitted to Hawaii, DC, and California bars, with expertise in business, family, and maritime law. Former White House staff attorney and adjunct law professor.
Questions
What areas of law does Yanagida & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in business law, family law, real estate law, and bankruptcy, with additional expertise in maritime law and employment law cases.
Do you offer initial consultations before litigation?
Yes, we strongly encourage pre-litigation consultations to develop strategic solutions and avoid unnecessary court proceedings when possible.
Can you handle international legal matters?
Yes, our firm has extensive experience with international cases, including litigation in Canada, France, and New Caledonia.
Are your attorneys qualified to handle federal court cases?
Our attorneys are admitted to practice in U.S. District Court for Hawaii, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and bankruptcy courts.
Do you provide emergency legal services?
Yes, we offer after-hours services for urgent matters like evictions and restraining orders in Maui County.
What makes your firm different from other Maui law practices?
Our combination of AV-rated excellence, international case experience, and personalized client approach sets us apart in Hawaii's legal community.
