Jennifer Akiko Shimada Heimgartner

Jennifer Akiko Shimada Heimgartner

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 16 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Kailua Kona, HI
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate

75-170 Hualalai Road., Ste. C209, Kailua Kona, HI

About Jennifer

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Guardianship 25%

Guardianship and conservatorship for minors and incapacitated adults

25%
Probate 25%

Informal and formal probate

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 16 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Shimada Estate Planning, LLLC

75-170 Hualalai Road., Ste. C209, Kailua Kona, HI, 96740-1660

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Jennifer Akiko Shimada Heimgartner's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ashkan | September 6, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Prenup Legal Advise

Jennifer did a great job explaining my rights and things I was giving up when signing a prenup. She gave examples on what it could mean for me, and also showed me how the law in Hawaii actually works. As a non-US citizen it was really helpful to understand how everything works, and really glad tha...t Jennifer simplified everything for me. I would call her a modern day lawyer that uses both a business and personal approach to keep you as client very comfortable but at the same time well informed. She also is someone that would not sell additional unnecessary consultations or services, and just gets to the point. Thank you so much Jennifer.

Posted by Douglas | February 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Sharp Lawyer

I consulted Jennifer for preparation of a somewhat unconventional estate plan with some forwardlooking aspects of administration risks. Jennifer grasped the concept immediaely and she and I worked out appropriate language. She delivered timely and even provided a witness to my will--another lawyer.... She did this for about a thousand dollars less than her estimate. Upon signing the documents, I had my trust immediately hire her to represent the trust, confident that upon my death, it would be in good hands.

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very honest

Jennifer was appointed by the court as a liaison in a family matter and listened to both parties fairly and compassionately. She is diligent in her fact finding and forthcoming in her advice. I believe anyone who hires her as there attorney will find it very easy to work with her and benefit from he...r work ethic.

Posted by Chantal | August 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate Lawyer

We hired Jennifer to set up our Will. She is very proffessional. She gave us all the options, answered all our questions and concerns and made the process super easy for us. My husband is Japanese so her being fluent in English and Japanese was extremely helpful. I would highly recommend her for yo...ur Estate Planning.

Posted by anonymous | August 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney for difficult situation

We Enlisted the services of Ms. Heimgartner for estate planning needs. She was concise, knowledgeable and very professional. She made the process seamless and we very much appreciated her service. I would highly recommend Ms heimgartner for any estate planning needs.

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Jennifer Akiko Shimada Heimgartner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Kwiat

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jen is a great estate planning attorney. I recommend her to many people that ask about this area of law because she is meticulous, which is critical in this area of law. Give Jen a call and you will not be disappointed."

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Rene Heimgartner

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Jennifer Shimada for your estate planning needs. In addition to estate planning (wills and trusts), she is highly proficient and experienced in probate matters, guardianships, and conservatorships."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2014

Certificate of Appreciation, Supreme Court of the State of Hawaii

Work Experience

2015 - 2015

Associate attorney, Darl Gleed & Associates

2014 - 2014

Associate attorney, Hawaii Document Service

2009 - 2010

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Prosecuting Office, County of Kauai

2008 - 2009

Law Clerk, Wong & Oshima

Associations

2016 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2011 - Present

West Hawaii Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Hawaii State Bar Association

Member

Education

2008

University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law

2002

Okayama University, Japan

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

Speaking Engagements

2016

Financial Planning Workshop Estate Planning

Languages

Japanese

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