If you are facing DUI charges in Honolulu, then your future is at stake. When your career and freedom are threatened, you can't afford to work with a lawyer who simply pleads out instead of thinking about your own well-being and best interests. You deserve to have a defense attorney who will fight all the way for you.
My name is Kevin O'Grady, and I am dedicated to providing the ethical, powerhouse advocacy you deserve.
You need a legal advocate who understands the complexities of the justice system, but who also is motivated by a genuine empathy for their clients. While I focus on crafting the strongest defense possible, I also make it a priority to get know each of my clients.
You will never feel like just another case number at my Honolulu DUI firm. I consider it my privilege and duty to see that your rights are fully protected. As a result of my dedication and aggressive advocacy, I have obtained hundreds of case dismissals for my clients, with a 97.5% win rate*.
I am also a strong supporter of the Second Amendment. I handle civil rights cases, specifically suing the government to protect your Second Amendment rights. I am also the U.S. Law Shield attorney for Hawaii. If you have U.S. Law Shield as your carrier to protect you and a covered event occurs, U.S. Law Shield will pay my fees to protect you. I also provide Second Amendment consulting- See Molan Labe Hawaiii.Com.
I am ready to sit down with you to thoroughly discuss your case and legal options. Schedule your free case evaluation with a Honolulu DUI lawyer now! Let's fight together.
Practice areas
Although this is a subset of criminal law, currently this aspect of criminal defense comprises about 85-95% of my practice in terms of number of cases.
26 years, 300 cases
Second Amendment cases.
20 years, 5 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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HI | Active | 2007 | 05/13/2022 |
AZ | Inactive | 1997 | 05/22/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Top Lawyers | Hawaii Super Lawyer | 2016 |
Criminal Law | Lei Niho Palaoa Award | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC | 2009 - Present |
Senior Trial Counsel | United States Army | 2006 - 2008 |
Attorney | Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC | 2003 - 2005 |
Special Assistant U.S. Attorney/ Domestic Violence Prosecutor | Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Tribe | 2003 - 2003 |
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney | City of Scottsdale Prosecutor's Office | 2000 - 2000 |
Special Assistant U.S. Attorney/ Deputy Prosecutor | Ak-Chin Indian Tribe | 2000 - 2002 |
Attorney | Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC | 1997 - 2000 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Council of Second Amendment Lawyers | Member | 2019 - Present |
Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2013 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2012 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | Member | 2011 - Present |
Hawaii State Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona | Member | 1997 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 1997 |
Chaminade University of Honolulu | MS - Master of Science | 1994 |
University of Arizona | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1990 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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National College for DUi Defense | The Military Client | 2021 |
American Council of Second Amendment Lawyers | The Military Client | 2021 |
Seminar on DUI Basic Defense for HSBA (Hawaii State Bar Association) | Basic DUI Defense | 2020 |
Hawaii State Bar Association | Basic DUI Defense | 2019 |
2019 Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Seminar | Criminal Discovery | 2019 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Roa v Honolulu | WIN- Mr. Roa's Second Amendment rights were vindicated and restored. |
Choda v Hawaii County | WIN- Mr. Choda had his Second Amendment rights vidnicated and restored. |
State v. Derego | Mr. Derego's conviction was vacated because the use of the prior statements by the co-defendant was improper |
State v Amiral | Mr. O'Grady won with all 5 justices ruling in his favor |
State v Pitts | Mr. O'Grady won with all 5 justices ruling in his favor |
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David Beyersdorf, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Clay, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 12, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. O'Grady. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first.
David Beyersdorf, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Clay, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 12, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. O'Grady. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first.
Nafiseh Hodjat, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 10, 2015
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I met Mr. O'Grady at a law seminar in California and immediately noticed that his legal acumen, knowledge and passion for defending his clients are truly excellent. He is a top-notch lawyer and I'm pleased to endorse him.
Travis Newton, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 3, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Martin Judnich, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 3, 2015
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Kevin has vast knowledge of DUI and officer requirements. He is the one that will pick them apart and win your case for you. There is no choice on the Islands on who to call, Kevin is your guy.
Jonathan Cohn, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 31, 2015
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I met Kevin at the National College for DUI Defense Summer Session. He is highly knowledgeable regarding alcohol-related offenses in Hawaii. I would certainly recommend Kevin to anyone charged with a DUI in Hawaii.
Arya Saleh, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 30, 2015
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Kevin is well-respected in the legal community as a top-notch litigator. He is experienced, has a great demeanor, and is dedicated to consistently getting great results for his clients. I strongly recommend him.
Elizabeth Parker, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 30, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is a skilled and knowledgeable litigator. He has a vast amount of experience in the criminal court room. You can't go wrong with him on your side.
Ryan Bleau, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kevin is a tireless fighter. He tackles complex issues head on in an effort to advance his clients' interests. I recommend Kevin without hesitation.
Jacob Stidham, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 24, 2015
Relationship: Friend
Kevin is a passionate dedicated professional litigator. He has the skills and knowledge needed to insure that his clients rights are being protected. I fully endorse him.
Ravi Gurumurthy, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 24, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
James Lewis, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 23, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on May 29, 2014
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I endorse Kevin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Alan Beck, Constitutional Attorney on Jan 18, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
His attention to detail is great.
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