Kevin S W Chee

Kevin S W Chee, ADR Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and General · 4.4/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews

MemberatChee Markham Kato and Kim

Honolulu, HI

Practicing adr in Honolulu since 1977.

49+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
3 client reviews
5
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Kevin S W Chee is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. Kevin has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chee Markham Kato and Kim. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Based in
Honolulu, HI
Experience
over 49 years
Known for
ADR · Business · General
  • Handles ADR, Business, and General matters from Honolulu, HI.
  • Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Kevin S W Chee: Kevin S W Chee is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. Kevin has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chee Markham Kato and Kim. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kevin S W Chee

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

ADR cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Kevin 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Kevin takes business 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

General cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Kevin takes general 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Kevin 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Kevin 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kevin S W Chee — Over 49 years of Hawaii adr experience

Kevin S W Chee is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. Kevin has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chee Markham Kato and Kim. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Kevin S W Chee is a lawyer practicing professional liability, personal injury, negligence and 8 other areas of law. Kevin received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years. Kevin practices at Chee Markham Kato and Kim in Honolulu, HI.

Working with Kevin on a adr matter

Kevin S W Chee is a lawyer practicing professional liability, personal injury, negligence and 8 other areas of law. Kevin received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years. Kevin practices at Chee Markham Kato and Kim in Honolulu, HI.

Clients Kevin works with

Kevin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and general matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.

Credentials

Kevin S W Chee's legal education and bar admissions

  • Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California

    J.D. · 1977

  • Dartmouth College

    B.A. · 1974

Jurisdictions

Kevin's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1981 · ACTIVE

  • Hawaii

    1978 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1978 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1977 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1977 · ACTIVE

Kevin studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in Dartmouth College.

Law school and academic background

Kevin completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kevin runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Kevin S W Chee

Kevin has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Kevin's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Hawaii State and American Bar Associations State Bar of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America

    membership

Locations

Kevin S W Chee's office in Honolulu

Kevin's primary office is at 2700 American Savings Bank Tower, 1001 Bishop Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Chee Markham Kato and Kim

2700 American Savings Bank Tower, 1001 Bishop Street

Honolulu, HI 96813

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Kevin S W Chee — 4.4/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Kevin. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Honolulu.

4.4

3 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kevin S W Chee — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Kevin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin'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; Kevin 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 Kevin

Kevin 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. Kevin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kevin'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 Kevin S W Chee

  • How much does it cost to hire Kevin for a adr case?

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

  • Does Kevin offer a free consultation?

    Kevin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Kevin'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. Kevin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Kevin 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 — Kevin 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 Kevin?

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

  • Is Kevin accepting new adr clients right now?

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

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Honolulu, Wailuku and Hilo in Hawaii

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