Alen MatsuoKaione Kaneshiro

Alen MatsuoKaione Kaneshiro

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Honolulu, HI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

841 Bishop Street, Ste 2201, Honolulu, HI

About Alen

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 20 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 2005

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Alen M. Kaneshiro

841 Bishop Street, Ste 2201, Honolulu, HI, 96813

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Alen MatsuoKaione Kaneshiro's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mark | July 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Definitely Recommend

I retained Alen after I was falsely arrested by the Honolulu Police Department for Reckless Driving, Racing, and Exhibition of Speed. If it wasn't for having a dash cam and Alen's experience and knowledge, I am sure that the case would have gone differently. The case was dismissed with prejudice and ...I have Alen to thank for that. Well done Alen and I definitely recommend his services!

Posted by Jimmy | July 24, 2015 | DUI & DWI

June 30, 2015 Jimmy

I was referred to him by a very reputable judge and Alen was very professional and informative. He will tell it like it is and will deliver. He walked me through the whole process and gave me options and his opinions on the outcome. He always responded very quickly with any questions I had when I te...xted him. He developed a sincerity in his actions and explanations and showed a true concern for my outcome and will give you the confidence that he will prevail. He was awesome in action in court and at the ADLRO hearing. Alen got my license back and also got my case dismissed and I will always be indebted to him and the judge who referred me to him. Thank you is just not enough.

Posted by Theodore | October 05, 2012 | Administrative Law

An attorney you can trust!!!

Alen represented me in a licensing matter before an administrative board. He met with several times before the first hearing to prepare me and to develop a strategy that resulted in favorable outcome. This was very important for me because an unfavorable decision would have prevented me from conti...nuing to work in my current industry. Although he seemed to be very busy, Alen returned every single phone call and message I left for him and took the time to explain each stage of the hearing process thoroughly. I would definitely recommend Alen to anyone who wants to be represented by an attorney who truly cares about each one of his clients.

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Alen MatsuoKaione Kaneshiro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kainani Alvarez

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Tony Tran

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I consider Alen a very professional and caring attorney. I have seen firsthand how hard he will work to go above and beyond his client's expectations. I would recommend him without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Managing Partner, Alen M. Kaneshiro Esq.,LLC

2006 - 2010

Public Defender, Circuit Court, Hawaii

2005 - 2006

Law Clerk, First Circuit Court, State Of Hawaii Judiciary

Associations

2005 - Present

Hawaii State Bar Association

Member

Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

2005

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

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Hawaii, Manoa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Public Defender District Court Workshop

Excessive Speeding and DUI defense

Languages

English

Activity

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