Georgia K. McMillen

Georgia K. McMillen

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 37 years

Appeals Lawyer at Honolulu, HI
Practice Areas: Appeals, Family, Mediation

Pauahi Tower, 1003 Bishop Street, Suite 2700, Honolulu, HI

About Georgia

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Appeals 45%

Appeals include federal and state civil and criminal matters, family law, prison civil rights.

45%
Family 35%

Cases include pre-decree & post-decree relief, division of assets and debts, child custody, spousal support.

35%
Mediation 20%

Cases include family law, divorce, business, landlord/tenant, insurance.

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 30 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 37 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1988

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Georgia K. McMillen

Pauahi Tower, 1003 Bishop Street, Suite 2700, Honolulu, HI, 96813

Law Office of Georgia K. McMillen

P.O. Box 1512, Wailuku Maui, HI, 96793

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Georgia K. McMillen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

A few years ago, I called Georgia, to represent me in a divorce. I have never been through a divorce or had an experience with a lawyer, and so I was very apprehensive. Yet, after talking with Georgia for the first time I felt at ease. She had many admirable skills, still it was her responsiveness ...and listening skills I remember most, she always answered my phone calls and/or emails almost immediately, she always let me know when she had a court date and so would not be available. I remember, my ex husband was frantic because his lawyer did not tell him she would be on vacation for about two weeks (which was during a crucial time). I was divorced in less than five months. Our assets included two properties, and a small business. I did not get exactly what I wanted, but it was close. I am forever grateful to have hired Georgia and I would hire her again in a heartbeat! Thank you Georgia.

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Extremely capable and thorough

I hired Ms McMillen to complete my divorce proceedings and attempt to alter orders that were left a mess by my prior attorney, who created a legal mess. Ms McMillen took the time to meet with me and research my case to explore what options, if any, were available to me prior to accepting a retainer a...nd agreeing to provide services, which gave me an outline for how we could proceed. Throughout the process, I found her to be responsive and available. She was very upfront about what was possible and realistic. All of her work was detailed and complete and we were able to complete my case and receive all the orders necessary to keep my child safe. I am so appreciative that Ms McMillen agreed to take on my messy case when no one else would, and would recommend her to anyone looking for an honest, competent lawyer in Maui. Even though I had moved out of state, I felt like I received a high level of service and attentiveness to my case.

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Compassionate and knowledgeable

Georgia is very knowledgeable and compassionate. I was referred to her by a friend who used to be an attorney. I had called her for a consultation to gain some perspective on my case and to see if I should drop my lawyer. She really listens and gave very realistic advice. I would much rather hire... someone as diligent as Georgia instead.

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Very thorough and knowledgeable Lawyer

I had a very difficult legal issue and went to Ms. McMillen. I really appreciated how thorough she was and her depth of knowledge on solutions to my problem. She was kind and generous, willing to listen to me yet, She didn't give me false hope but was directly to the point which I appreciated very mu...ch. I know some lawyers will give you lots of hope on a very difficult matter because that is how they make their living... Ms. McMillen right up front didn't want to give me false hope but was very clear about my case. She listened to me, heard me out and gave me her honest opinion. I felt that for her level of expertise I was getting a great deal by going with her. I really couldn't ask for more in an attorney

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thorough and honest!

Georgia was honest and very complete in her review of my case. She could have accepted my money and fought a case that was likely a losing battle. But rather than looking at financial gain she did the best she could with my budget and gave me sound advice. She went above and beyond for me and I since...rely appreciate her.

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Mediation Apprentice of the Year, Mediation Center of the Pacific

1987

Human Rights Annual, Outstanding Editorial Contribution, New York Law School

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Georgia K. McMillen, Honolulu & Wailuku

2014 - 2015

Per Diem Judge, Judiciary State Of Hawai`i

2010 - 2010

Adjunct Professor, University of Hawai`i, Maui College

2010 - 2012

Adjunct Professor, Hawai`i Pacific University

1998 - 1998

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney's Office, Maui County

1993 - 1998

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Georgia K. McMillen, New York, NY

1991 - 1992

Litigation Associate, Ross & Hardies, New York, NY

1988 - 1991

Litigation Associate, Lowenstein Sandler, Roseland, NJ

1987 - 1988

Clerk, Appellate Division, Superior Court Of New Jersey

1986 - 1986

Intern, United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York

Associations

2023 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Hawai`i, Judicial Conference

Lawyer Delegate

2016 - Present

Dispute Prevention & Resolution, Honolulu, Hawai'i

Mediator, Arbitrator, Neutral

2015 - Present

Hawai`i State Supreme Court Appellate Mediation Program

Mediator

2015 - Present

Mediation Center of the Pacific ACCESS DPR, Honolulu, Hawai'i

Mediator

2014 - Present

Hawai`i State Bar Foundation

Founding Fellow

2014 - Present

Hawai`i Pono`i Foundation

Board of Directors

2013 - Present

Ninth Circuit Appellate Lawyers' Mentoring Program

Mentor

2006 - Present

American Bar Foundation

Life Fellow

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

Hawai`i State Bar Association

Member

Maui County Bar Association

Member

Family Law Section, Hawaii State Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2017

Hawai`i State Bar Association

Board of Directors

2010 - 2013

Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference

Appellate Lawyer Representative

2004 - 2014

Native Hawaiian Bar Association

Board of Directors

2004 - 2017

Native Hawaiian Bar Association

Member

Education

1987

New York Law School, New York, NY

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Indiana University, Bloomington, IN

MA - Masters

1978

University of Hawai`i, Manoa, HI

B.A.

1975

Kamehameha Schools, Kapalama, HI

Highschool graduate

N/A

Straus Institute of Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine School of Law

Publications

2014

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Practice Guide Appellate Lawyer Representatives' Guide

Languages

English

Activity

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