Kevin O'Grady

Kevin O'Grady

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 28 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Honolulu, HI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Civil Rights

1136 Union Mall, Suite 808, Honolulu, HI

About Kevin

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 95%

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.

30 years | 300 cases

95%
Civil Rights 5%

Second Amendment cases.

24 years | 5 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 18 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 28 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1997

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC

1136 Union Mall, Suite 808, Honolulu, HI, 96813

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Kevin O'Grady's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by Khoahuu le | May 15, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Highly recommended for a professional Lawyer

I got a ticket for cell phone use and met with O Grady and treated me with the most concern and professionalism. Kept communication with me through email and great service. I would recommend O Grady for professionalism and great service.

Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Never go into any court room on your own, not matter how small the case.

I have used Mr. O'Grady's services on two occasions: once in 2010 and recently in February 2015. Both times Mr. O'Grady has done an excellent job. Recently, I had a ticket for excessive speed. As I sat in the courtroom, waiting for my case to be heard, I watched the proceedings take place. The ac...tions were like an assembly line: how do you plead, request dismissal, denied, move to trial. Over and over, those who did not have representation (other than a public pretender) were sent to the guillotine as if they were faceless sacks of meat. Fortunately for me, and a few others, I had proper representation. Mr. O'Grady had far more experience than the prosecutor and he was able to call her out on her lack of knowledge of the state law and her disorganization. He got my case reduced to a minor traffic violation (standard speeding ticket). I paid the fine and went on my way, crisis averted, and hassle left behind. Without Mr. O’Grady, I know I would have suffered the same fate as those ahead of me. Moral of the Story: Never go in without a ringer! I would recommend Mr. O’Grady’s services to anyone in need.

Posted by Joshua | March 16, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Defended me when the State would have taken advantage of my ignorance of the workings of the justice department

Mr. O'Grady has helped me on multiple occasions to avoid being steamrolled by the judicial system due to my ignorance of the law and the workings of the system. I had multiple traffic violations, including one carrying criminal charges which could have been very bad for my record, finances and family.... He negotiated a deal with the prosecutor which benefitted me tremendously. He also helped me walk away from a significant fine by using his expertise and rapport with the prosecutor and judge to negotiate a favorable outcome.

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Kevin O'Grady's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Nafiseh Hodjat

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Martin Judnich

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jonathan Cohn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Arya Saleh

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Elizabeth Parker

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Ryan Bleau

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 28

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."

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Jacob Stidham

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 24

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."

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Ravi Gurumurthy

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Lewis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 23

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 Kevin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Alan Beck

Constitutional lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"His attention to detail is great."

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Martin Judnich

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jonathan Cohn

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Sonja Porter

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Elizabeth Parker

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Arya Saleh

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ryan Bleau

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jacob Stidham

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ravi Gurumurthy

DUI and DWI lawyer

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James Lewis

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Alan Beck

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Richard Holcomb

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top Lawyers, Hawaii Super Lawyer

2015

Criminal Law, Lei Niho Palaoa Award

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC

2006 - 2008

Senior Trial Counsel, United States Army

2003 - 2005

Attorney, Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC

2003 - 2003

Special Assistant U.S. Attorney/ Domestic Violence Prosecutor, Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Tribe

2000 - 2000

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, City of Scottsdale Prosecutor's Office

2000 - 2002

Special Assistant U.S. Attorney/ Deputy Prosecutor, Ak-Chin Indian Tribe

1997 - 2000

Attorney, Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC

Associations

2019 - Present

American Council of Second Amendment Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2012 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2011 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2007 - Present

Hawaii State Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

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

State v Scott

Mr. O'Grady won with all 5 justices ruling in his favor

Baker v Kealoha

pending appeal of Preliminary injunction denial. At 9th Cir. court of appeals

State v Won

pending

Young v Hawaii

pending

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Education

1997

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Chaminade University of Honolulu

MS - Master of Science

1990

University of Arizona

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

National College for DUi Defense

The Military Client

2021

American Council of Second Amendment Lawyers

The Military Client

2020

Seminar on DUI Basic Defense for HSBA (Hawaii State Bar Association)

Basic DUI Defense

2019

Hawaii State Bar Association

Basic DUI Defense

2019

2019 Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Seminar

Criminal Discovery

Languages

English

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