Corlis Jean Chang, General Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

Corlis concentrates on general, insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Corlis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• General

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• Litigation

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Corlis's primary office is at First Hawaiian Center, Suite 1600, 999 Bishop Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813-4500. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Corlis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Corlis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Corlis for a general case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Corlis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Corlis offer a free consultation?

  Corlis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Corlis's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Corlis's current terms during booking.

• How long do general cases in Hawaii typically take?

  Simple general 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. Corlis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Corlis take my case if I'm outside Honolulu?

  Corlis 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 — Corlis 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 Corlis?

  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. Corlis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Corlis accepting new general clients right now?

  Corlis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.