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Justin Lee Sturdivant

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  • Honolulu, HI
  • Licensed for 14 years
  • Free consultation
Justin Lee Sturdivant
Justin Lee Sturdivant
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About Justin

We are here to help you with your family law legal problem! Free consultation available.

I am proud of my work as a Family Law attorney.

My practice is focused on family law matters, including: Divorce; Paternity; Restraining and Protective Orders; Step-Parent Adoption; Guardianship; CSEA; and CPS matters. In particular, I regularly handle matters related to custody, support, and property division. 

My prior experiences as a general Civil Litigator as well as my on-going experience as a Mediator give me valuable insight into the family court process. Likewise, my training and experience as a Custody Evaluator and Guardian Ad Litem inform my understanding of custody and visitation issues. 

I have handled many cases involving members of the military, as well as cases involving parties residing in different states, so that I am current in my understanding and application of the policies and rules related to jurisdiction and venue, including application of the UCCJEA and UIFSA.

Practice areas

OtherMediationDivorce and separationChild custodyChild support
  1. Child support: 25%

    Current and past child and spousal support (alimony). Collection of old judgments and judgments from other states.

    15 years

  2. Child custody: 25%

    Child Custody in Divorce, Paternity, Guardianship, CPS, and TRO/Protective Order cases.

    15 years

  3. Divorce and separation: 25%

    Divorce and Separation including issues of custody and visitation, child and spousal support, property division, and allocation of debt. Drafting and review of Pre-Marital Agreements and QDROs.

    15 years

  4. Mediation: 15%

    Mediation focused on divorce and paternity issues, including custody and visitation, support, and property division.

    15 years

  1. Domestic violence: 8%

    Domestic violence including Petitions for Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs) and Protective Orders.

    15 years

  2. Adoption: 1%

    15 years

  3. Family: 1%

    All family law matters including: Paternity, Divorce, Guardianship, Step-Parent Adoptions, Temporary Restraining Orders, Protective Orders, Child Support Enforcement Agency hearings, Guardian Ad Litem, Custody Evaluations, Mediator, CPS and supervision cases, and pre-marital agreements.

    15 years

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

Contact

1188 Bishop Street
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Smith & Sturdivant, LLLC AAL

1188 Bishop Street
Suite 3108
Honolulu, HI, 96813

Office (808) 545-5855

Website

http://smithandsturdivant.com/

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
HIActive200512/01/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Excellence in Pro Bono AwardVolunteer Legal Services Hawaii2012
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
MediatorAccess ADR, Mediation Center of the Pacific2015 - Present
MediatorFamily Court Paternity Mediation Project, Mediation Center of the Pacific2012 - Present
AttorneySmith & Sturdivant, LLLC2005 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Access ADR, Mediation Center of the PacificMediator2015 - Present
Hawaii State Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution SectionMember2012 - Present
Hawaii State Bar Association, Child Law SectionMember2011 - Present
Hawaii State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2005 - Present
Hawaii State Bar Association, Appellate Law SectionMember2005 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2005 - Present
Hawaii State Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair and Vice Chair2013 - 2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2005
University of TexasBA - Bachelor of Arts2002
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Continuing Legal Education"Immigration Law in Family Court"2014
Continuing Legal Education"Divorce Appeals"2014
Continuing Legal Education"Marriage Equality Act"2014
Continuing Legal Education"Allegations Of Drug Abuse In Custody Cases"2014
Continuing Legal Education"Bankruptcy In Divorce"2014
Continuing Legal Education"Advanced Issues in Alimony"2014
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Ramsey v. Ito (Haw. App. 2012)Divorce Decree affirmed.
Tanaka v. Tanaka (Haw. App. 2009)Divorce Decree affirmed.

Reviews

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Review Justin Sturdivant

Great Attorney, Great Results

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I contacted Justin when I was in need of an attorney and he was exactly what I needed. He not only gave me a fair and equitable retainer fee, he got the results I was looking for in less time than I had personally allocated for when I originally encountered the issue. I was not only satisfied but ecstatic, I would use him for all my issues from here on forward, should I have any.
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Vanessa Erps, Business Attorney on Jul 27, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Mr. Sturdivant's depth of knowledge and perspective are unmatched. He is extremely dedicated to his clients. He is an invaluable asset to any team and an excellent advocate.

Lars Peterson, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Sturdivant is a very competent and efficient lawyer in all matters related to family law (divorce, separation, paternity, child custody, child support, etc.). He is experienced and extremely knowledgeable and handles his cases expertly. I have worked together with Mr. Sturdivant frequently on cases where issues of family and bankruptcy overlap. I highly recommend Mr. Sturdivant.

Charles Adkins, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sturdivant is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients.

Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Juan Tomasino, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Sep 19, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

A former client of mine moved to Hawaii and needed help with a divorce/child custody matter. I sent her to Justin and he took good care of her. After they were done she sent me a note thanking me for recommending him.

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$275-$325/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
OTHER BILLING TYPES
  • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.33%-45%
PAYMENT METHODS

Cash, Check, Credit Card

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