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Samuel P. King Jr.

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Samuel P. King Jr.

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Honolulu, HI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

735 Bishop St, Suite 304, Honolulu, HI

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About Samuel

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

All types of crimes in state and federal court and courts martial. Post-conviction relief. Appeals.

39 years

35%
Personal Injury 30%

P.I. Cases Require Attorney Negotiating Skills and the Respect of Adjusters.

39 years

30%
Divorce and Separation 15%

Divorce, property division, child custody and visitation, child support, alimony. Post-decree relief. Judgment collection.

39 years

15%
DUI and DWI 10%

Criminal DUI and Administrative Revocation

39 years

10%
Family 10%

Paternity, Restraining Orders, Child Protective Proceedings, UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Enforcement Act)

39 years

10%

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

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Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 51 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 1974

Active

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Location

King & King, Attorneys-at-Law

735 Bishop St, Suite 304, Honolulu, HI, 96813-4817

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Samuel P. King Jr.'s Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fast, Clear Communication, and Professional!

I highly recommend! Mr. Sam took my case, ran with it and got the judge to rule in my favor! He’s very knowledgeable!

Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

To the point and kind

Mr. King was very prompt in responding, professional, and kind when I had urgent questions about my situation. He spoke to me without judgement, was patient, and I could tell - really, really cares about people. I gained much more clarity just by talking with him for a short time. Thank you Mr. King....

Posted by Richard | November 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Premise fall lawsuit and big settlement

My mother suffered a fractured jaw and bruised ribs from a fall at a commercial parking lot in Kailua. It was obvious the property management firm was negligent due to no lighting and obstructions leading to the overflow parking lot. You never want to settle directly with the insurance adjuster unl...ess you have representation from an attorney. After consulting with dozens of attorneys who claimed they specialized in personal injury claims 99% refused to take the case citing: age of mom, Medicare issues and/or trouble prosecuting premise injuries. I finally came across with Sam King. Wow immediately I knew I found the right attorney. Most lawyers did not even want to spend much time on the phone discussing the issue but Mr. King invited us to his office and I could immediately know he was knowledgeable and very experienced in handling such cases. He knew how to work the system and who to talk with to get a good settlement. Other attorneys were simply clueless on many of these matters. I also liked that Mr. King never charged a penny upfront and I was free to consult with him regarding matters to this case. Very friendly and honest he could discuss the possible issues to expect. What my mom and I REALLY cherished from Mr. King was his ability to really listen. All these other attorneys talk and interrupt you constantly. Many times victims are formulating their thoughts and instead of assisting your thought process other attorneys cut you off. But not Mr. King. At the end we got a really big settlement w/o even having to go to trial. I would overwhelmingly recommend Mr. King to anyone who has experienced a personal injury. Sincerely, Richard and Nina Nov 2017

Posted by Scott | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The BEST Lawyer on Oahu Guaranteed!

I am truly ruined when it comes to Lawyers. Sam King has set the bar extremely high for my expectations with Lawyers and I know this because of his professionalism and expertise during my divorce. I am active duty stationed here in Oahu and was in need of a good attorney that wouldn't gut my bank a...ccount in the process. He gave me a free consultation after which he quoted me a flat rate price for services depending on my situation for my divorce. Which means that I could call him up, send him an email with more questions or concerns and he doesn't charge me by the hour or by the email; this alone is worth its weight in gold for active duty on a budget. As we went into the "negotiations" with my ex and her Lawyer he explained clearly my chances of winning custody of my son if we were to go to trial. Which was great because I didn't want a Lawyer that just told me what I wanted to hear; he told me the real brutal truth even if its not what I wanted to hear. As active duty I didn't have a lot of faith in my situation but with Sam as my Lawyer handling my divorce he helped me get split 50/50 physical and legal custody of my son. As a father dedicated to my son this was huge because there isn't a lot of information out there for active duty males and my son is my world. In a nut shell Sam King did exactly what he said he was going to do, there was no hidden agenda or surprises, he was honest and straight forward and if you hire Sam as your Lawyer you will not be disappointed in your decision of hiring a Lawyer. I am ruined because I know that he is a rare thing, a solid Lawyer you can trust and you will never find another one like him.

Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you Sam!

Sam helped some friends and I get out of a jam. We got tickets for being in an area we were not supposed to be in, unbeknownst to us and were mandated to show up in court. First, he was relaxed, which immediately helped us to feel reassured and calm. Second, he had a case file, plan, and defense/exp...lanation already outlined as well as a description defending our character. By doing that, he already worked with the opposing lawyer and the judge and the case was essentially over before it started without our having to lift a finger, say a word, or spend any time on the case other than just showing up as mandated. It could not have gone better. If you are ever in need, I highly recommend Sam and believe you will be the best of hands.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer.I have known Sam about 40 years. He is an excellent attorney with a good reputation among his peers and the judges. Sam is diligent and hardworking; he invariably obtains good results for his clients through his efforts. While tenacious, he has a pleasant demeanor in his dealings with others which facilitates settlement and resolution."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

10 Best Attorneys for Hawaii, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2016

10 Best Attorneys for Hawaii, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Criminal Law Attorneys, American Jurist Institute

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Hawaii, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Member, Super Lawyers

2015

Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

10 Best Attorneys for Hawaii, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2015

10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Hawaii, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Premier 100 Trial Attorneys for Hawaii, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Member, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Member, SuperLawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Member, SuperLawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Member, SuperLawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Memer, SuperLawyers

2009

Member, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Memer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Partner, King & King, Attorneys-At-Law

1979 - 1985

Attorney, Samuel P. King, Jr., Attorney-At-Law

1974 - 1979

Deputy Corporation Counsel, City & County of Honolulu Corporation Counsel's Office

Associations

1985 - Present

Hawaii Family Law Section

Member

1984 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1974 - Present

Hawaii State Bar Association

Member

1984 - 1984

Hawaii State Bar Association

Secretary

1983 - 1984

Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Past President

1981 - 1996

Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Newsletter Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

Noel Madamba Contracting v. Romeros

Arbitration award set aside; major update of Hawaii arbitration law by Hawaii Supreme Court

Brutsch v. Brutsch

Father awarded joint custody

State v. Haili

Appeal won; conviction reversed

USA v. Romero

Not guilty

State v. Lee

Not guilty

State v. Rumbawa

Not guilty

Sakamoto v. Sakamoto

Property award of $100,000

T v. C

Multi-million dollar settlement

State v. Chee

Not guilty by reason of insanity

USA v. Kaiser

Not guilty

State v. Borges

Not guilty

State v. Zantua

Not guilty

State v. Prezeradski

Appeal won; conviction reversed

City & County of Honolulu v. Reppun

Appeal won; City water rights established

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Education

1973

University of Colorado School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1969

Yale University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1998

Luncheon presentation

DUI Law in Hawaii

1995

Seminar

Criminal and Immigration Law in Hawaii

1995

12 Hawaii Ass. of Crim. Defense Lawyers (HACDL) Monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1994

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1993

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1992

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1991

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1990

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1989

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1988

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1987

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1986

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1985

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1984

12 HACL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1983

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1982

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

1981

12 HACDL monthly meetings

Criminal law summary

Publications

1995

12 monthly Newsletters for Hawaii Ass. of Crim. Defense Lawyers (HACDL) Editor

1995

Seminar Materials - Criminal and Immigration Law in Hawaii Seminar Presenter

1994

12 monthly Newsletters for HACL Editor

1993

12 monthly Newsletters for HACDL Editor`

1992

12 monthly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1991

12 montly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1990

12 montly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1989

12 monthly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1988

12 monthly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1987

12 monthly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1986

12 monthly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1985

12 montly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1984

12 montly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1983

12 montly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1982

12 monthly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

1981

12 monthly Newsletters for HACDL Editor

Languages

English

Korean

Japanese

Mandarin

Cantonese

Activity

1

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05 Feb 2015
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