A. Durell Douthit, ADR Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
Over 58 years of legal practice · focused on ADR and Family Law · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PrincipalatDurell Douthit
Honolulu, HI
Practicing adr in Honolulu since 1968.
- 58+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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A. Durell Douthit is a principal based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. A. has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durell Douthit. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Honolulu, HI
- Experience
- over 58 years
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Honolulu, HI.
- Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About A. Durell Douthit: A. Durell Douthit is a principal based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. A. has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durell Douthit. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by A. Durell Douthit
A. concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case A. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
A. takes adr matters in Honolulu, Hawaii. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
A. takes family law matters in Honolulu, Hawaii. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About A. Durell Douthit — Over 58 years of Hawaii adr experience
A. Durell Douthit is a principal based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. A. has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durell Douthit. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
A. Durell Douthit is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law, alternative dispute resolution. A. received a degree from University of Chicago, and has been licensed for 58 years. A. practices at Durell Douthit in Honolulu, HI.
A.'s approach to adr cases
A. Durell Douthit is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law, alternative dispute resolution. A. received a degree from University of Chicago, and has been licensed for 58 years. A. practices at Durell Douthit in Honolulu, HI.
The kind of cases A. takes
A. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.
Credentials
A. Durell Douthit's legal education and bar admissions
University of Chicago
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Jurisdictions
A.'s state bar admissions
Hawaii
1968 · ACTIVE
A. studied at — in University of Chicago.
Law school and academic background
A. completed — in University of Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice A. runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of A. Durell Douthit
A. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
A. Durell Douthit's office in Honolulu
A.'s primary office is at 841 Bishop St., Ste. 680, Honolulu, HI, 96823-2007. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of A. Durell Douthit — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of A.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Honolulu.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire A. Durell Douthit — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with A. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
A. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; A. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for A.
A. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. A. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
A.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about A. Durell Douthit
How much does it cost to hire A. for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. A. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does A. offer a free consultation?
A. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check A.'s current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Hawaii typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. A. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can A. take my case if I'm outside Honolulu?
A. is licensed in Hawaii. Matters governed by Hawaii law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — A. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with A.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. A. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is A. accepting new adr clients right now?
A.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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