Jasen Bodie Nielsen

Jasen Bodie Nielsen

4.9
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 19 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Koloa, HI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

5485 Koloa Road, Ste 31, Koloa, HI

About Jasen

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Some of the laws are different in Hawaii than they are in other states. On Kauai, the cops arrest people and they get charged for crimes that often can't be proven if you have a good attorney. Grown here or flown here, you need help fighting,

19 years | 1,000 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

CA treats OVUII (DUI) cases much more seriously than Hawaii does. As a former prosecutor for the strictest county in CA, I received a ton of training on all parts of a DUI case. I use all of that and my 17 years experience of experience to help you .

19 years | 5,000 cases

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

I've experienced the reckless destruction of my family firsthand, and known what it's like to lose everything that matters to you - money, house, kids and your dreams too. I've come out the other side and can help you and your family do the same.

25%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 25%

This is another area of law that Hawaii has criminalized that other states don't. It's not uncommon for people to get charged criminally with an offense that would simply be a fine and no court in other places. In state or out, I can help.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 100-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 5 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 2020

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Jasen B. Nielsen, Esq.

5485 Koloa Road, Ste 31, Koloa, HI, 96756

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Jasen Bodie Nielsen's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

72 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 26 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Franco | September 18, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Turned a horrible experience into a manageable one

Unfortunately, I was charged with a DUI, Jasen Nielsen helped me get past it. With his extreme experience with the charges as well as his political ties in the courts, I was able to get a decent sentence, avoiding some of the harsher penalties of the conviction. I had a specific situation that woul...d not allow me to accomplish the court's demands on my conviction. Jasen helped the persuade the court to convenience me. After the case was over, the incident wasn't. I kept receiving bills and other documentation requiring me to do more work and pay more money for a misdemeanor that I had already paid my dues for. Jasen helped provide further information on the matter and did not charge for his services, even though he sent multiple emails, documents, information, and helpful material that would in the end help better the situation as well as allow me the best information for that matter. Also, Jasen was very honest and upfront with this terms, wages, and information in the matter. He would tell me if it was worth hiring him or not for specific situations and the truth about fighting such a case. He also helped me to get my DUI expunged within less than 2 years. With his immense help and expertise, it was almost as if my conviction never happened. To this day I am extremely thankful I hired him to represent me in court and had him on my side whenever I wanted to seek any kind of counseling. I do thoroughly recommend Jasen.

Posted by May | August 28, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Trustworthy, Accessible & Invaluable Lawyer - Couldn't Be Any More Grateful!

I got my first DUI a few months ago and was bombarded with mail & information from a plethora of lawyers in the Ventura County area, so everything was extremely overwhelming & I didn't know where to start. After sorting through the junk & reading reviews online, I decided to hire Jasen as my DUI lawy...er to help me through the process. Greatest decision ever. I was worried about my lawyer scamming me for my money & leaving me in the dust but I can assure you that Jasen is a godsend. He charges a reasonable flat rate for his services and from the get-go he was professional, informative and accessible. He met with me right away to discuss the entire ordeal, from what to expect within the next few months to how much fines to pay, etc. He answered all my questions and whenever I came up with more he was always willing to answer them to the best of his ability via phone call or email. It saddens me when I hear about other people who have paid lawyers for their help and in return get left in the dark once that check goes through. The money you pay for Jasen is extremely well spent & I'm glad I didn't trust anyone else! You can tell from the initial meeting that he is extremely knowledgeable and qualified in the DUI / DWI area specifically, which is one of the main reasons why I retained him. I didn't want my lawyer to be handling too many other "civil" cases and not give my case the attention it deserved. He was always prompt in his replies - often responding within the same day, if not hours, afterward. That was huge deal for me - I have very little patience so I'm glad he was always there to help me. I've already been convicted & have taken the necessary steps to getting through this whole thing (DUI school, paying fines, etc.) and Jasen still sends me an email every now and then checking in to see if I have any more questions and to make sure I'm doing everything I should be. If this is your first DUI, do yourself a favor and give Jasen a call or shoot him an email - you won't be disappointed. He's there throughout the entire process - beginning, middle, end and even afterward - so you don't have to (and shouldn't) handle this alone!

Posted by Nathan | June 21, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Great Attorney

Jason Nielsen is the lawyer you want if you get a DUI. I called every lawyer I get mailers from and Jasen stood out to me with his professionalism in answering all my questions and concerns. He was affordable and on top of it. He always called me and kept me notified every step of the way. He was abl...e to get me a wet reckless with my licensed not suspended at all. I was debating whether to spend the money on Jason or to get a public defender, but after speaking with Jason and the outcome of my case I cannot stress enough how beneficial it will be for you if you hire Jason Nielsen.

Posted by David | June 13, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Successfully cleared some legal issues from my daughter's record

For ten years my daughter had been plagued by an old misdemeanor and non-violent felony that kept her from getting the jobs for which she had been applying. Since I know Jason from a previous business relationship, and I was always impressed by his honesty and work ethic, I thought that he would be ...best suited to help clear these blemishes from my daughter's legal record. Jason immediately got to work on the issues, researched my daughter's record and determined that after such a long period of time he could get these items expunged and dismissed. He kept in constant contact with myself and my daughter through the entire process and when it was all done he helped counsel my daughter on what the legal rulings meant and how to move forward in her job searches.. Her life has been turned around and I credit Janson's diligent work for new opportunities

Posted by Andy | June 03, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Lucky to have found the best DUI attorney in town!

I was referred to Jasen by a good friend. From the moment I walked into Jasen's office I knew I was in good hands. He kept me fully informed throughout the entire case and he responded quickly to any questions I had even on his days off. Jasen is very knowledgeable when dealing with the court system,... DA's and judges. It was nice to have an attorney that genuinely cared about the outcome of my case. Something that is hard to find. Jasen was able to get me the best possible outcome in my case and I will always be forever thankful to him. If you find yourself in a DUI situation then I highly recommend to call Jasen and let him handle it for you.

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Emanuel Mouganis

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Nielsen is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession."

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Howard Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Nielsen is one of the finest criminal defense attorneys in his state. He is the first and only attorney I would refer my clients to. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Christy Horowitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

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"I have known Mr. Nielsen for many years and highly endorse his advocacy. He’s smart and professional. I confidently recommend his legal counsel."

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Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

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Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 25

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

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"I highly endorse Mr. Nielsen. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."

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Ike Sherman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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"I endorse this lawyer. He enjoys a great reputation in the field."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

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"I endorse Jay. As a former prosecutor Jay has one huge advantage. "They know that he knows what they know". Call him first for a consultation."

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Hovanes Margarian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

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"I endorse Jasen. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | Apr 21

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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nielsen is a highly experienced and well respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

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"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2008

Misdemeanor Gavel Award, Ventura County District Attorney Office

2007

Misdemeanor Gavel Award, Ventura County District Attorney Office

2004

Academic Excellence in Remedies, Remedies

2004

Excellence for the Future Award in Remedies, CALI

2004

Academic Achievement - Legal Writing, SBCL

2004

Academic Achievement - Remedies, SBCL

2003

Academic Achievement - Torts, SBCL

2003

Academic Achievement - Contracts, SBCL

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Owner and Attorney, The Law Offices of Jasen B. Nielsen, Esq.

2023 - 2024

Deputy Public Defender, Kauai Public Defender's Office

2012 - 2023

Owner and Criminal Defense Attorney, The Law Offices of Jasen B. Nielsen, Esq.

2008 - 2012

Associate, Law Offices of David Lehr

2007 - 2008

Deputy District Attorney, Ventura County District Attorney's Office

2006 - 2007

Associate, Myer & Fock

2005 - 2005

Certified Law Clerk, Santa Barbara County Public Defender

2004 - 2005

Clerk, Santa Barbara County Counsel

2002 - 2004

Clerk, Sanger & Swysen

Associations

2020 - Present

Kauai Bar Association

Member

2020 - Present

Hawaii State Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

2006 - Present

State Bar of California

2013 - 2020

California DUI Lawyers Association

Regular Member

2012 - 2017

The William L. Gordon American Inn of Court

Associate Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. M.E.

License returned and all charges dismissed.

People v. E.B.

DMV Set Aside. No License Suspension.

People v. D.S.

DUI charges dismissed. No license suspension.

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Education

2005

Santa Barbara College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

William L. Gordon American Inn of Court

Substance Abuse

2006

Orientation

New Law School Student Orientation

Publications

2009

Languages

English

Activity

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