Melvyn M. Miyagi, Civil Rights Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

Melvyn concentrates on civil rights, class action, construction, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Melvyn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Civil Rights

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• Class Action

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• Construction

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• Insurance

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• Litigation

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• Personal Injury

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• Product Liability

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• Sexual Harassment

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• Wrongful Death

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Melvyn's primary office is at First Hawaiian Center, 999 Bishop Street, 23rd Floor, Honolulu, HI, 96813. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Melvyn for a civil rights case?

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

• Does Melvyn offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do civil rights cases in Hawaii typically take?

  Simple civil rights 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. Melvyn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Melvyn 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 — Melvyn 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 Melvyn?

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

• Is Melvyn accepting new civil rights clients right now?

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