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Rodney I. Kimura, Consumer Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Consumer, Energy, and Environmental · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Dep. Atty. Gen.

Honolulu, HI

Practicing consumer in Honolulu since 1980.

46+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Rodney I. Kimura is a dep. atty. gen. based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Consumer, Energy, and Environmental. Rodney has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Honolulu, HI
Experience
over 46 years
Known for
Consumer · Energy · Environmental
  • Handles Consumer, Energy, and Environmental matters from Honolulu, HI.
  • Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Rodney I. Kimura: Rodney I. Kimura is a dep. atty. gen. based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Consumer, Energy, and Environmental. Rodney has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Rodney I. Kimura

Rodney concentrates on consumer, energy, environmental, general, and internet. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rodney handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Consumer cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Rodney takes consumer 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 Rodney agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Rodney takes energy 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 Rodney agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Rodney takes environmental 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 Rodney agrees to represent you.

General cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Rodney 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 Rodney agrees to represent you.

Internet cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Rodney takes internet 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 Rodney agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Rodney I. Kimura — Over 46 years of Hawaii consumer experience

Rodney I. Kimura is a dep. atty. gen. based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Consumer, Energy, and Environmental. Rodney has over 46 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Rodney I. Kimura is a lawyer practicing energy law, telecommunications law, regulatory law and 5 other areas of law. Rodney received a degree from William S. Richardson, and has been licensed for 46 years. Rodney practices in Honolulu, HI.

Rodney's approach to consumer cases

Rodney I. Kimura is a lawyer practicing energy law, telecommunications law, regulatory law and 5 other areas of law. Rodney received a degree from William S. Richardson, and has been licensed for 46 years. Rodney practices in Honolulu, HI.

The kind of cases Rodney takes

Rodney reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer, energy, and environmental matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.

Credentials

Rodney I. Kimura's legal education and bar admissions

  • William S. Richardson

Jurisdictions

Rodney's state bar admissions

  • Hawaii

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1980 · ACTIVE

Rodney studied at — in William S. Richardson.

Law school and academic background

Rodney completed — in William S. Richardson. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rodney runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Rodney I. Kimura

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

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Locations

Rodney I. Kimura's office in Honolulu

Rodney's primary office is at 425 Queen St, Honolulu, HI, 96813-2903. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

425 Queen St

Honolulu, HI 96813-2903

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Rodney I. Kimura — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

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

4.4

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Hiring guide

How to hire Rodney I. Kimura — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Rodney charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rodney'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; Rodney will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a consumer attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer 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 Rodney

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every consumer 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. Rodney confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Rodney's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many consumer practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Rodney I. Kimura

  • How much does it cost to hire Rodney for a consumer case?

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

  • Does Rodney offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do consumer cases in Hawaii typically take?

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

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

    Rodney 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 — Rodney 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 Rodney?

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

  • Is Rodney accepting new consumer clients right now?

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

Areas served

Consumer attorneys serving Honolulu, Wailuku and Hilo in Hawaii

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