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Meg Ellen Obenauf

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  • Wailuku, HI
  • Licensed for 22 years
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About Meg

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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Practice areas

OtherProbateTrustsGuardianshipEstate planning
  1. Estate planning: 40%

  2. Guardianship: 15%

  3. Trusts: 15%

  4. Probate: 15%

  1. Elder law: 15%

Languages spoken

English

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Obenauf Law Group

1930 E Vineyard St
Wailuku, HI, 96793

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    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    MAInactive200006/06/2021
    HIActive199805/13/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Professional Advisor in Philanthropy AwardHawaii Community Foundation2018
    Forty under 40Pacific Business News2012
    Spirit AwardRotary District 50002011
    Irving R. Kaufman Public Service FellowshipHarvard Law School1999
    Edith Fine FellowshipHarvard Law School1998
    Irving R. Kaufman Public Service FellowshipHarvard Law School1998
    Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta KappaUniversity of Illinois1995
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    PresidentObenauf Law Group2003 - Present
    Supervising AttorneyDomestic Violence Clearinghouse & Legal Hotline2001 - 2003
    Staff AttorneyDomestic Violence Clearinghouse & Legal Hotline2001 - 2001
    Clinical Teaching FellowNortheastern University School of Law1999 - 2001
    AttorneyLegal Aid Society Of Hawaii1998 - 1999
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember2015 - Present
    Hale Makua Health ServicesDirector2014 - Present
    Haleakala Waldorf SchoolDirector/Board Secretary2013 - Present
    Maui Chamber of CommerceMember2011 - Present
    Harvard Club of MauiMember2011 - Present
    ElderCounselMember2011 - Present
    Elder Law Section, Hawaii State Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
    The Rotary Club of KahuluiMember/Community Service Chair2010 - Present
    Probate and Estate Planning Section, Hawaii State Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    WealthCounselMember2009 - Present
    Hawaii State Bar AssociationMember1998 - Present
    Maui County Bar AssociationMember1998 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    The Maui Mama MagazineSix Simple Steps in Case Something Bad Happens to You2014
    The Maui Mama MagazineDing Dong the Defense of Marriage Act is Dead2013
    The Maui Mama MagazineThe Affordable Care Act aka Obamacare2013
    The Maui Mama MagazineWhat's the Difference Between an LLC and an S-Corp?2012
    The Maui Mama MagazineSave the Drama2012
    Celebrity PressMore Than Money: How to Leave a Lasting Legacy to Your Family2011
    UCLA Women's Law JournalThe Isolation Abyss: A Case Against Mandatory Prosection1999
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Harvard Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1998
    University of IllinoisBA - Bachelor of Arts1995
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Succession Planning Resource FairThe Top Ten Farm Succession Mistakes and How to Avoid Them2017
    Kaunoa Senior CenterWhat Every Trustee Must Know2016
    Hale Makua Health ServicesWhat Nursing Home Employees Need to Know About Elder Law2016
    Kaunoa Senior CenterLong Term Care2015
    Kaunoa Senior CenterDigital Assets in Estate Planning2015
    Trusts and Estates Boot Camp for CPAs, Financial Advisors, and Insurance AgentsTrusts and Estates Boot Camp for Advisors2014
    Maui County Family Law Bench BarEstate Planning Essentials for Divorce Attorneys2014
    University of Hawaii, Maui, Outreach CollegeEstate Planning2013
    Trusts and Estates Boot Camp for CPAs, Financial Advisors, and Insurance AgentsTrusts and Estates Boot Camp for Advisors2013
    Rotary Club of MauiTen Estate Planning Mistakes2013
    Morgan Stanley Client LuncheonVeteran's Benefits2013
    University of Hawaii, Maui, Outreach CollegeEstate Planning2012
    Rotary Club of KahuluiTen Estate Planning Mistakes2012
    The Maui Breakfast Club, KNUI AM 900Nine Steps to Name Guardians for Your Keiki2011
    Realtors Association of MauiProtecting Your Real Property2011

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    Trusted Lawyer to do your rust

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    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.
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    Exceptional law group for estate planning

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    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 through zoom. Would recommend Obenauf law group for estate planning! Happy and satisfied client. Thank you!
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    Knowledgeable Estate Planning

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    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.
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    The best!

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    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!
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    Meg and her team are awesome!

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    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 requests!
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    Great Service!

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    Meg was honest and recommended what I needed to give me peace of mind for the future of my heirs. It was so simple, and now I feel confident that I have my intentions set. No worries for the family in the future!
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    Excellent

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    I've been executor of an estate without a trust and I can assure you that it's worth every penny to set one up. You couldn't find a better firm than this one. Not only professional and knowledgeable, but friendly as well. They made the task I had been putting off, easy and enjoyable.
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    Great service and vibe

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    Meg Obenauf and her team was great to work with. They redid our trusts from another state, now that we live permanently in Hawaii. They were very professional and personable with us. Everything was explained and completed efficiently. We felt their communication and responsiveness to questions where unfailing. Mahalo for your knowledge and helpfulness!
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    Exceptional

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    We needed a will. After discussion, we had our will written and Meg did not sell us anymore than needed. She had the forethought to determine future needs. Her professionalism and friendliness was a great asset in completing the document to meet our needs. In addition, the cost was much lower than others wanted to charge with the same service.
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    Just what I needed

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    Meg was so professional and understanding of my personal situation. Her legal advice was right on. The estate planning went smoothly and I feel so relieved that I have taken care of my wife and family with instructions and legal documents. Her staff especially Dani was fantastic and made sure I was completely satisfied. Everything they did for me was well worth the money.
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    Ellen Victor, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 2, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    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.

    Michael Witzke, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 13, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    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.

    Neel Shah, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 12, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    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.

    Nicole Newman, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 12, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    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.

    Anne Leete, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 31, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Meg Obenauf is smart, hard working, and well prepared. She provides creative and intelligent business and estate planning solutions for her clients.