James Bruce Lewis

Probably the scariest thing I have ever been through in my life was being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. I didn't have any idea where to start or how to find true help I needed to get through it. I actually found James through yelp and he had a very positive rating with man...y reviews. I called him on a Sunday and we was ready to help as soon as I could meet with him. The process took about 8 months total and we came out victorious as James knew how to ask the right questions in court to win the case. I would recommend this attorney for this extremely scare and intimidating roller coaster ride to be in. Thanks James.

Arrested for a DUI, and was scared of what could have been (a criminal record). James took my phone call and agreed to meet me within a couple hours (unlike a couple other lawyers). He clearly explained my situation, and what I could expect, both good and bad. It was his quiet confidence that won me ...over. Its hard to choose (and pay in advance for) a lawyer, since there aren't any "stats" like a win/loss percentage to judge him or her. My experience now is that you must just trust the lawyer's judgement and try to not worry. My trial went on for an entire year; it could've ended sooner for better or worse, I think; but James played the long game as that always increases the chances of a dismissal (like if the police officer doesn't show up). After having to appear in court 4 or so times, we had no choice but to go to trial. It was fascinating to watch James dismantle the police officer's inconsistent testimony, and along with the smart move of convincing the judge of toss out a key piece of evidence against me, James was able to give me a Not Guilty verdict. I watched many other lawyers handle DUIs in my hours sitting in court, and James seemed like the most well put-together package in terms of rapport with the judge, making sure that the client felt better about his/her unfortunate situation, and knowing how to work the law and trial process to the client's eventual advantage. Highly recommended... he's not the cheapest (but not the most expensive either), but a DUI is a costly mistake anyhow, and you must do what you can to keep your record clean.

I was facing a summons that could have eneded in a misdemeanor/fine. The fine was up to $2500, which was not far off of what I would have paid if James had taken it all the way to trial. I wound up hiring a different lawyer who worked within my budget. If you have the money, then go for it, but he wa...s just out of my budget for the price of the fine.

Attorney Lewis got my case DISMISSED!!! I feel like I have my life back! I can sleep at night without anxiety, and not worry about having a criminal record! I experienced Mr. Lewis as very personal. I felt cared for and protected with an extremely intelligent advocate fighting for ME. He didn't j...ust go through the motions, I wasn't just a case or a number. Mr. Lewis really cared and wow it showed, even when I compared him with other attorneys I saw inside and outside the courtroom. I will always recommend Attorney James Lewis for legal guidance and success for DUI challenges. Thank you so much !!

He is awesome! He kept me in the loop on everything. I heard from other people that their lawyers only try to get the dui dismissed if the cops don't show up and as soon as they do they just tell there clients to plead guilty. With James he was ready to fight all the way to the end. He is very profe...ssional and polite. I will and already have recommended him to others. He will be the only lawyer that I will ever use in Hawaii.