Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
4.3 /5.0
14 Client Reviews
$ 300-400 per hour
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Gavin Kazuo Doi
Virtual Consultation Available
About Gavin
Biography
Gavin, a partner at Doi/Luke, Islandlawyers has practiced in the field of divorce/family law his entire career, spanning over 25 years. He has extensive experience in divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, restraining orders, and other family law matters, and has a been recognized by the Best Lawyers in America© and SuperLawyers®, and is listed in Honolulu Magazine's Best Lawyers in Hawaii for 2020-2023. He also has been rated as "Distinguished" by Martindale-Hubbell®. In 2013, Gavin co-authored the book Child Custody Litigation and Settlements, published by Aspatore Books/Thomson West.
Born and reared in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, Gavin graduated from McKinley High School, and received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Reed College in Portland, Oregon, and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver College of Law in Denver, Colorado. Previously, Gavin has worked with the Child Support Enforcement Agency and the SAVD Domestic Violence Clinic. In his spare time, Gavin volunteers time with Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii and the Hawai’i State Bar Association. Gavin is a member of the Hawaii State Bar Association and the American Bar Association, and was presented with the HSBA's 2002 Justice Award, which honors one lawyer annually for their outstanding contribution to the ideals of justice.
Gavin has guided thousands through their divorce and family law matters in Hawaii for nearly 30 years.
Child custody and visitation disputes are difficult, stressful matters. Gavin has helped people navigate these disputes since 1995.
Extensive experience in child support establishment, termination, and modification, both in the Family Court and administratively with the Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA), since 1995.
Divorce can be a difficult, stressful process. Gavin has helped people with child custody & visitation, child support, alimony, property division, real property issues, retirement division, and related divorce matters, for nearly 30 years.
Gavin handles the full spectrum of family law matters including paternity/custody, premarital and marital agreements, child support modifications, TROs, guardianships, adoptions, and others.
Protecting our clients through comprehensive and effective premarital and marital agreements.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
60%
31 years
Child Custody
10%
31 years
Child Support
10%
31 years
Family
10%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Hawaii for 30 years
State: Hawaii
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Doi/Luke, Island Lawyers
1600 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1300, Honolulu, HI, 96814
islandlawyers.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Gavin online.
Gavin Kazuo Doi's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2012
An amazing attorney
I hired Mr. Doi to represent me in a child custody/relocation case to gain custody of my children. Throughout my entire experience with Mr. Doi and his staff they always do an amazing job with keeping me informed and up to date with my case as well as current positions or options that we should addr...
Posted by Rachelle | August 23, 2014
Best Choice for Legal Representation and Guidance in the State of Hawaii
After consulting with several attorneys at the onset of my divorce I chose Mr. Doi and it was one of the best decisions I made during an extraordinarily stressful, trying and difficult stage of my life - A High Conflict Divorce. Mr Doi proved to be very well versed in all legal matters dealing w...
Posted by Travis | February 1, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
His team has been wonderful
I spoke with Ilene and she was very helpful and informative. I look forward to working with Gavin in the future.
Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Child Custody
I contacted Mr. Doi in hopes that he can shed some light on my case for me. Now even though, I did not hire him he gave me some very good advice in how to go about my case. He was very specific and knowledgeable about what steps I should be taking in order to help strengthen it. He seemed very co...
Posted by Sam | October 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Kept me on Track!
I would recommend Gavin Doi to anyone in need of an attorney for family matters. As emotional as family matters can be, Gavin kept me calm by explaining the process and options clearly so that I knew what to expect. His insight helped me focus on the goals which I was able to achieve with his guida...
Gavin Kazuo Doi's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have the utmost confidence that when i refer my clients to Gavin that they will receive thoughtful and zealous representation, with integrity."
"I endorse Gavin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Gavin Doi is one of Hawaii's leading experts on divorce and family law. Among other things, Gavin is experienced in dealing with cases where one of the parties resides in another state or overseas. His firm also handles bankruptcy and estate planning matters."
"Gavin is a skilled litigator that gives his best efforts on every case. He genuinely cares for his clients best interests. He and his staff are accessible and friendly."
"Gavin has a brilliant legal mind. He has been practicing family law for nearly two decades. He knows the personality of all the family law judges because he has appeared in their courtrooms a countless number of times. He is also compassionate and caring, always there to lend a hand. If you have a tough divorce or custody battle, Gavin is the man to win your case."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
The Best Lawyers in Hawaii, Honolulu Magazine
2023
Recognition, Best Lawyers in America
2023
Recognition, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
The Best Lawyers in Hawaii, Honolulu Magazine
2022
Recognition, Best Lawyers in America
2021
The Best Lawyers in Hawaii, Honolulu Magazine
2021
Recognition, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Recognition, Best Lawyers in America
2020
The Best Lawyers in Hawaii, Honolulu Magazine
2015
BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Commendation -- Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney, House of Representatives, State of Hawaii
2012
BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Outstanding Pro Bono Service, Hawaii Access to Justice Commission
2011
BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Mayor's Award of Achievement, Mayor of Honolulu, Mufi Hannemann
2008
Na Loio Pu'uwai Aloha Award, Volunteer Legal Services of Hawaii
2007
Na Loio Ho'ono'o Hana Award, Volunteer Legal Services of Hawaii
2002
Justice Award, Hawaii State Bar Association
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney/Partner, Doi / Luke, Attorneys at Law, LLLC
1999 - 2011
Attorney/Partner, Doi Luke & Miyatake, Attorneys at Law, LLLC
1995 - 1999
Attorney/Partner, Doi & Miyatake, Attorneys at Law
1994 - 1994
Law clerk, Dept. of the Corporation Counsel, City & County of Honolulu
1993 - 1993
Law clerk, The Hon. Wendell K. Huddy, Judge, FIrst Circuit Court, State of Hawaii
Associations
2005 - Present
Court Annexed Arbitration Program, State of HawaiiVolunteer arbitrator
Hawaii State Bar Association, Family Law Section
American Bar Association
Hawaii County Bar Association
Maui County Bar Association
Education
N/A
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Reed College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2001
Developing Options to Violence
Domestic Violence & Divorce
2000
Developing Options to Violence
Domestic Violence & Divorce
Publications
2013
Child Custody Litigation and Settlements, Aspatore Books - Thomson Reuters
Working With Your Client Toward a Successful Child Custody Case
2003
What You Need to Know If You Decide to Go Out on Your Own
Where Should I Set Up Shop?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can I get my marriage and divorce dates?
02 Nov 2021
Q&A
Can I include the child of my daughter in her petition? If so, how and what are the requirements?
23 Jul 2021
Q&A
I Have an order of child support I pay, the mother wants sole custody and no child support. Is support mandatory?
14 Jul 2018