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I was born and raised in central Missouri and received my bachelor's degree in International Studies from the University of Missouri in 1996. Following graduation, I moved to Honolulu and attended the University of Hawaii's William S. Richardson School of Law where I received my juris doctorate in 1999. After receiving my JD, I served as a law clerk to the Honorable Victoria S. Marks in the First Circuit Court of the State of Hawaii.
In 2000, I accepted a position as a Deputy Public Defender for the State of Hawaii and began my legal career working in the Public Defender’s Hilo office. I transferred to the Honolulu office in 2003 and remained there until 2011. During my eleven-year career with the Public Defender’s office, I represented indigent criminal defendants in the District, Family and Circuit Courts of Hawaii. The last six years I spent almost exclusively in the Circuit Court representing defendants charged with the most serious of felony offenses.
I have represented Defendants charged with virtually every criminal offense Hawaii has to offer, from traffic and misdemeanor cases to serious felonies, such as theft, burglary, robbery, internet and white collar crimes, drug trafficking, assault, sexual assault and murder. I am a member of the National and Hawaii Associations of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL and HACDL). For the last 2 years (2011, 2012) I have been an instructor at the annual HACDL Criminal Defense Seminar in Las Vegas, NV.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my son, boxing, playing golf and softball.
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1001 Bishop St Ste 1330, Honolulu, HI, 96813-3403
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Posted by Frank | July 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional Representation
Jason is an exceptional attorney. He handled my case with professionalism, integrity, knowledge and compassion. Jason took extra time to review all details and promptly responded to my questions about the case. Additionally, he went above and beyond to ensure the best possible outcome. I would hig...
Posted by Jackie Turner | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
If you need a lawyer that will go to bat for you, look no further!
Jason was professional, thorough, and straightforward. He answered all of my questions, attended my hearings, and kept me apprised of my options. His recommendations and actions did not fail to get me the justice that I deserved. I felt confident with this man by my side, and I believe you will to.
Posted by josh | May 08, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Charged with disordely
Just to start of Jason Burks was not the first lawyer that I looked into to defend me there were several others. One of those lawyers being Mr. Tipon also on Avvo with a better review for whatever reason but he was going to charge me a minimum of 2500 without trial and with trial 7000 grand to defend...
Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2014 | DUI & DWI
Two DUI cases within a 3 year time period
Jason is a great lawyer and gets everything that is within his power done to help his clients. I was prior military and received a DUI pre-deployment and another post deployment, I was recommended to Jason through a friend who used his services. He is worth every penny, he is knowledgeable, works wit...
Posted by anonymous | January 01, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Fantastic, Dedicated Lawyer
Jason Burks was an excellent lawyer for handling my case. I had been arrested for charges that could have jeopardize my career and goals. From the very beginning Mr. Burks was very helpful and comforting in finding a solution to my situation. Even in the waiting period before my trail Mr. Burks wo...
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2015
Three Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Honolulu, ThreeBestRated.com
2000 - 2011
Deputy Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, Hawaii
1999 - 2000
Law Clerk, Circuit Court of the First Circuit - Honorable Victoria S. Marks
2011 - Present
Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1999 - Present
Hawaii State Bar AssociationMember
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Ethical Use of Social Media
2012
Technology in the Courtroom
2011
Using Technology in your Law Practice
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