John D. Yamane, Car Accidents Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatLeavitt, Yamane & Soldner
Honolulu, HI
Practicing car accidents in Honolulu since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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John D. Yamane is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. John has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Honolulu, HI
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Honolulu, HI.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About John D. Yamane: John D. Yamane is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. John has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John D. Yamane
John concentrates on car accidents, personal injury, product liability, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Car Accidents cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
John takes car accidents 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 John agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
John takes product liability 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 John agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
John takes slip & fall 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John D. Yamane — Over 48 years of Hawaii car accidents experience
John D. Yamane is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. John has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
John D. Yamane grew up on a pineapple plantation on Lanai, where his father was a horticulturist for the Dole Pineapple Company.
After earning his law degree in 1978 from the University of Washington School of Law, John clerked under Judge Liem Tuai of the Seattle Superior Court. Returning to Hawaii, John served in the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, assisting victims of crime. Since 1981, he has fought for the rights of those injured by the negligent actions of others in more than 25 criminal and civil jury trials.
As a Honolulu personal injury attorney, John is passionate about serving the people of Hawaii and helping them resolve their injury cases in the most effective and timely manner possible. He always places the needs of his clients first and is laser-focused on winning maximum compensation for those who have been injured so that they can focus on their recovery and move on with their lives.
John’s efforts to help others have been recognized by:
• inclusion on the Super Lawyers® list
• BV® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®
• Recognized among Best Lawyers®
How John handles car accidents matters
John D. Yamane grew up on a pineapple plantation on Lanai, where his father was a horticulturist for the Dole Pineapple Company. After earning his law degree in 1978 from the University of Washington School of Law, John clerked under Judge Liem Tuai of the Seattle Superior Court. Returning to Hawaii, John served in the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, assisting victims of crime. Since 1981, he…
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, personal injury, and product liability matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.
Credentials
John D. Yamane's legal education and bar admissions
University of Washington School of Law
J.D. · 1978
University of Washington
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Hawaii
1980 · ACTIVE
Washington
1978 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in University of Washington School of Law and B.A. in University of Washington.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in University of Washington School of Law and B.A. in University of Washington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of John D. Yamane
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Hawaii State Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America American Association for Justice Consumer Lawyers of Hawaii
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Locations
John D. Yamane's office in Honolulu
John's primary office is at 737 Bishop Street, Suite 1740, Honolulu, HI, 96813. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner
737 Bishop Street, Suite 1740
Honolulu, HI 96813
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Client reviews of John D. Yamane — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of John. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Honolulu.
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How to hire John D. Yamane — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John D. Yamane
How much does it cost to hire John for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Hawaii typically take?
Simple car accidents 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Honolulu?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new car accidents clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Car Accidents attorneys serving Honolulu, Wailuku and Hilo in Hawaii
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