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Meg Ellen Obenauf
also known as Meg
About Meg
Biography
Meg Obenauf is an attorney and the founder of Obenauf Law Group. She strives to help families pass on their wealth simply, without conflict, drama, or taxes. Meg helps parents of minor children create plans so that your keiki are never out of the hands of your loved ones, even for a moment, if the unthinkable should occur. She also consults with seniors and their families to protect their money and property from the ravages of nursing home and long-term care costs.
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Licensed in Hawaii for 27 years
State: Hawaii
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 25 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Obenauf Law Group
1930 E Vineyard St, Wailuku, HI, 96793
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Posted by Michael | May 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Trusted Lawyer to do your rust
She is knowledgeable & professional; ability to explain complex law terms simply. She answers questions & concerns with care. She is just a nice person. She has the support of a capable staff. We recommend this lady-lawyer.
Posted by Jenean | February 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Exceptional law group for estate planning
We used Obenauf law for our estate planning during the covid pandemic. It was a pleasure working with Meg and her staff especially because they were all knowledgeable, professional, and kind. It was a pretty easy process and they explained things in layman’s terms. Convenient as everything was throug...
Posted by Dale | September 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable Estate Planning
I've know Meg for twenty years. She is trustworthy, responsive, and very knowledgeable. I rely on her for sound advice. Very kind and caring. Her staff was equally respectful, caring and kind. I felt like I was in good hands.
Posted by Wade | August 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
The best!
Meg and her team flawlessly completed my estate planning during this Covid-19 pandemic. They completed my paperwork very quickly and did "Zoom" meetings to go over the paperwork. The team is professional, trustworthy and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!
Posted by Gretchen | May 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Meg and her team are awesome!
I have known and worked with Meg for 20 years now. We have grown up together a bit in Maui and now I can confidently say she is THE BEST estate planning attorney here. I am so thankful for her guidance with our own very complicated estate, and her willingness to customize according to our whimsical r...
Meg Ellen Obenauf's Lawyer Endorsements
"Meg is smart, experienced, straight-forward, and exhibits great professionalism. She is devoted to her clients and very perceptive about clients' unique needs. I have no reservation whatsoever in recommending her."
"Meg does a wonderful job helping clients prepare a plan that will work to protect them and their family. She's a great listener and she is a truly caring person. I recommend her to anyone who needs an estate planning or elder law attorney."
"I have known Meg for several years. She is an excellent lawyer and is diligent and concerned for her clients. I would recommend Meg highly & without reservation."
"Meg's charismatic and warm personality makes a seemingly daunting task of meeting with an attorney a pleasure. I highly recommend Meg for your estate planning and elder law needs."
"Meg Obenauf is smart, hard working, and well prepared. She provides creative and intelligent business and estate planning solutions for her clients."
Becky Cholewka
Estate planning lawyer
Ellen Victor
Elder law lawyer
Michael Witzke
Estate planning lawyer
Anne Leete
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Professional Advisor in Philanthropy Award, Hawaii Community Foundation
2012
Forty under 40, Pacific Business News
2011
Spirit Award, Rotary District 5000
1999
Irving R. Kaufman Public Service Fellowship, Harvard Law School
1998
Edith Fine Fellowship, Harvard Law School
1998
Irving R. Kaufman Public Service Fellowship, Harvard Law School
1995
Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, University of Illinois
Work Experience
2003 - Present
President, Obenauf Law Group
2001 - 2003
Supervising Attorney, Domestic Violence Clearinghouse & Legal Hotline
2001 - 2001
Staff Attorney, Domestic Violence Clearinghouse & Legal Hotline
1999 - 2001
Clinical Teaching Fellow, Northeastern University School of Law
1998 - 1999
Attorney, Legal Aid Society Of Hawaii
Associations
2015 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2014 - Present
Hale Makua Health ServicesDirector
2013 - Present
Haleakala Waldorf SchoolDirector/Board Secretary
2011 - Present
Maui Chamber of CommerceMember
2011 - Present
Harvard Club of MauiMember
2011 - Present
ElderCounselMember
2011 - Present
Elder Law Section, Hawaii State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
The Rotary Club of KahuluiMember/Community Service Chair
2010 - Present
Probate and Estate Planning Section, Hawaii State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
WealthCounselMember
1998 - Present
Hawaii State Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Maui County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1998
Harvard Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
University of Illinois
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Kaunoa Webinar
What is involved in probating an estate—and how to avoid it
2021
Kaunoa Webinar
What is involved in probating an estate—and how to avoid it
2021
Kaunoa Webinar
Medicaid and the Cost of Long Term Care
2017
Succession Planning Resource Fair
The Top Ten Farm Succession Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
2016
Kaunoa Senior Center
What Every Trustee Must Know
2016
Hale Makua Health Services
What Nursing Home Employees Need to Know About Elder Law
2015
Kaunoa Senior Center
Long Term Care
2015
Kaunoa Senior Center
Digital Assets in Estate Planning
2014
Trusts and Estates Boot Camp for CPAs, Financial Advisors, and Insurance Agents
Trusts and Estates Boot Camp for Advisors
2014
Maui County Family Law Bench Bar
Estate Planning Essentials for Divorce Attorneys
2013
University of Hawaii, Maui, Outreach College
Estate Planning
2013
Trusts and Estates Boot Camp for CPAs, Financial Advisors, and Insurance Agents
Trusts and Estates Boot Camp for Advisors
2013
Rotary Club of Maui
Ten Estate Planning Mistakes
2013
Morgan Stanley Client Luncheon
Veteran's Benefits
2012
University of Hawaii, Maui, Outreach College
Estate Planning
2012
Rotary Club of Kahului
Ten Estate Planning Mistakes
2011
The Maui Breakfast Club, KNUI AM 900
Nine Steps to Name Guardians for Your Keiki
2011
Realtors Association of Maui
Protecting Your Real Property
Publications
2014
The Maui Mama Magazine
Six Simple Steps in Case Something Bad Happens to You
2013
The Maui Mama Magazine
Ding Dong the Defense of Marriage Act is Dead
2013
The Maui Mama Magazine
The Affordable Care Act aka Obamacare
2012
The Maui Mama Magazine
What's the Difference Between an LLC and an S-Corp?
2012
The Maui Mama Magazine
Save the Drama
2011
Celebrity Press
More Than Money: How to Leave a Lasting Legacy to Your Family
1999
UCLA Women's Law Journal
The Isolation Abyss: A Case Against Mandatory Prosection
Languages
English