Dwight T. Tanaka, Insurance Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury
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Honolulu, HI
Practicing insurance in Honolulu since 1978.
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Dwight T. Tanaka is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Dwight has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dwight T. Tanaka.
- Based in
- Honolulu, HI
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Honolulu, HI.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dwight T. Tanaka: Dwight T. Tanaka is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Dwight has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dwight T. Tanaka.
Areas of practice
Dwight's practice areas in Honolulu
Dwight concentrates on insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dwight handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Insurance cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
Dwight takes insurance 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 Dwight agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
Dwight takes litigation 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 Dwight agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
Dwight takes personal injury 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 Dwight agrees to represent you.
Biography
Dwight T. Tanaka, insurance attorney serving Honolulu
Dwight T. Tanaka is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Dwight has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dwight T. Tanaka. Dwight works from Honolulu, Hawaii and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Dwight T. Tanaka is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, torts. Dwight received a B.B.A. degree from University of Hawaii in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Dwight practices at Dwight T. Tanaka in Honolulu, HI.
How Dwight handles insurance matters
Dwight T. Tanaka is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, torts. Dwight received a B.B.A. degree from University of Hawaii in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Dwight practices at Dwight T. Tanaka in Honolulu, HI.
Who Dwight represents
Dwight reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Dwight studied and practices
University of Puget Sound
J.D. · 1978
University of Hawaii
B.B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Dwight's state bar admissions
Hawaii
1978 · ACTIVE
Dwight studied at J.D. in University of Puget Sound and B.B.A. in University of Hawaii.
Law school and academic background
Dwight completed J.D. in University of Puget Sound and B.B.A. in University of Hawaii. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dwight runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Dwight T. Tanaka's office in Honolulu
Dwight's primary office is at 1001 Bishop St., Ste. 2525, Honolulu, HI, 96813-3429. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Dwight T. Tanaka — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dwight usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dwight charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dwight'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; Dwight will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Dwight
Dwight discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Dwight confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dwight's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dwight T. Tanaka
How much does it cost to hire Dwight for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dwight walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dwight offer a free consultation?
Dwight charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dwight's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Dwight's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Hawaii typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Dwight gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dwight take my case if I'm outside Honolulu?
Dwight 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 — Dwight 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 Dwight?
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. Dwight will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dwight accepting new insurance clients right now?
Dwight'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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