Licensed for 27 years

State HI

Acquired 1995

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Gavin Kazuo Doi

Divorce and separation Attorney at Honolulu, HI

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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 address. What I truly enjoy is that he has morals unlike many attorneys out there and he respects my decisions and positions for me and my children. From day one, when I actually was represented by someone else who failed to be competent, he took the time to listen and talk to me and really take the time to explain to me what he could do and was very realistic. Any legal situation is stressful enough as is and between emotions and being anxious he has “talked me down” many times to stay focused on what was important. He is my lawyer and my therapist in some ways as with anyone that is faced with the stresses of family court, he kept me balanced and on point. I would recommend him hands down and know that you will not be disappointed. Be honest and be truthful and he will do his best to represent you.

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 with my divorce. He was honest and straightforward and at the same time remained compassionate and concerned. He cared when no one else seemed to. He didn't "sugar coat" things, but made it clear as to the clarity of the law, what was fair and appropriate, and conducted himself with highest respect and knowledge in the courtroom. I can retain the honor of knowing we conducted ourselves with dignity during the entire divorce. It was a privilege to be Mr. Doi's client and in such I can, without hesitation, give him my highest recommendation. Mr. Doi is an asset to his field and to the state of Hawaii.

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Practice areas

Divorce and separation

60%

Gavin has practiced divorce law for his entire career, spanning over 20 years, and has significant experience in the specific areas of child custody, child support, alimony, property division, and related matters.
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28 years
Child custody

10%

We understand the importance of child custody to parents, as well as the impact upon children. Gavin has over 20 years experience in handling these critical and sensitive issues, from simple parenting plans to high-conflict custody disputes.
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28 years
Child support

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Gavin previously worked for the Hawaii Child Support Enforcement Agency, and has extensive experience with the Child Support Guidelines, in establishing, increasing/decreasing, and enforcing child support.
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28 years
Family

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Gavin has practiced family law for his entire career, spanning 20 years, and has significant experience in the specific areas of divorce, custody, support, paternity, property division, prenuptials, TROs, and related matters.
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28 years
Marriage and prenuptials

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We work with clients to come up with creative and practical solutions in both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Gavin also has the benefit of extensive experience in both defending and opposing prenuptial and postnuptial agreements in court.
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28 years

GAVIN HAS HANDLED DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW MATTERS IN HAWAII FOR OVER 25 YEARS.

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.

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Doi/Luke, Island Lawyers

(808) 670-1081 Office

1600 Kapiolani Boulevard

Suite 1300

Honolulu, HI, 96814

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Attorney/Partner
Doi / Luke, Attorneys at Law, LLLC
2011 - Present

Attorney/Partner
Doi Luke & Miyatake, Attorneys at Law, LLLC
1999 - 2011

Attorney/Partner
Doi & Miyatake, Attorneys at Law
1995 - 1999

Law clerk
Dept. of the Corporation Counsel, City & County of Honolulu
1994 - 1994

Law clerk
The Hon. Wendell K. Huddy, Judge, FIrst Circuit Court, State of Hawaii
1993 - 1993

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Education

University of Denver Sturm College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
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Reed College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Associations

Court Annexed Arbitration Program, State of Hawaii
Volunteer arbitrator
2005 - Present

Hawaii State Bar Association, Family Law Section
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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Recognition
SuperLawyers
2023

The Best Lawyers in Hawaii
Honolulu Magazine
2023

Recognition
Best Lawyers in America
2023

The Best Lawyers in Hawaii
Honolulu Magazine
2022

Recognition
Best Lawyers in America
2022

The Best Lawyers in Hawaii
Honolulu Magazine
2021

Recognition
Best Lawyers in America
2021

The Best Lawyers in Hawaii
Honolulu Magazine
2020

Recognition
Best Lawyers in America
2020

BV - Distinguished
Martindale-Hubbell
2015

BV - Distinguished
Martindale-Hubbell
2014

BV - Distinguished
Martindale-Hubbell
2013

Outstanding Pro Bono Service
Hawaii Access to Justice Commission
2012

Commendation -- Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney
House of Representatives, State of Hawaii
2012

BV - Distinguished
Martindale-Hubbell
2012

BV - Distinguished
Martindale-Hubbell
2011

BV - Distinguished
Martindale-Hubbell
2010

BV - Distinguished
Martindale-Hubbell
2009

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
2008

Na Loio Ho'ono'o Hana Award
Volunteer Legal Services of Hawaii
2007

Justice Award
Hawaii State Bar Association
2002

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Publications

Child Custody Litigation and Settlements, Aspatore Books - Thomson Reuters
Working With Your Client Toward a Successful Child Custody Case
2013

What You Need to Know If You Decide to Go Out on Your Own
Where Should I Set Up Shop?
2003

Speaking Engagements

Developing Options to Violence
Domestic Violence & Divorce
2001

Developing Options to Violence
Domestic Violence & Divorce
2000

Attorney endorsements

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Eric Young

Divorce and separation Attorney | Nov 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have the utmost confidence that when i refer my clients to Gavin that they will receive thoughtful and zealous representation, with integrity."

Michael Waddington

Family Attorney | May 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Damien Horigan

Family Attorney | Jul 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

Peter Lee

Divorce and separation Attorney | Jun 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

John Choi

Family Attorney | Sep 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."