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Ronald I. "Ron" Heller, Tax Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

focused on Tax and Tax Litigation

Honolulu, HI

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Ronald I. "Ron" Heller is an attorney based in Honolulu, HAWAII. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation.

Based in
Honolulu, HAWAII
Experience
attorney
Known for
Tax · Tax Litigation
  • Handles Tax and Tax Litigation matters from Honolulu, HAWAII.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Honolulu) (2025).

About Ronald I. "Ron" Heller: Ronald I. "Ron" Heller is an attorney based in Honolulu, HAWAII. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation.

Areas of practice

Ronald's practice areas in Honolulu

Ronald concentrates on tax and tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ronald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Tax cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Ronald takes tax 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.

Tax Litigation cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Ronald takes tax 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.

Biography

Ronald I. "Ron" Heller, tax attorney serving Honolulu

Ronald I. "Ron" Heller is an attorney based in Honolulu, HAWAII. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation. Ronald works from Honolulu, Hawaii and takes on tax matters across the region.

Ronald I. Heller has been practicing law in Honolulu for over 30 years, in the areas of tax litigation, business/commercial litigation, taxation and business law. He received both JD and MBA degrees from the University of Michigan, and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant as well as an attorney. Mr. Heller is a Fellow of the American College of Tax Counsel, and a past Chair of the Tax Section of the Hawaii State Bar Association. He has litigated tax cases at the county, state, and federal levels. He has also handled a wide variety of other business disputes in litigation or arbitration proceedings. In 2005, he was appointed by Governor Linda Lingle to the Tax Review Commission of the State of Hawaii, and was subsequently elected Vice Chairman of the Commission. He has served on the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Society of Certified Public Accountants since 1988, and served as the Society's President for 1994-95. Mr. Heller served as one of the two Hawaii representatives on the Council of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants in 1994-96 and again in 2002-04, and was re-elected to the Council for 2011-2013. He has been an Adjunct Professor at the University of Hawaii School of Law, and has taught a number of continuing professional education courses for attorneys, CPAs, and others. In 2010, he was appointed to a four-year term on the Land Use Commission of the State of Hawaii, and in 2013 he was elected Chair of the Commission.

Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Tax Planning and Controversy

Working with Ronald on a tax matter

Ronald I. Heller has been practicing law in Honolulu for over 30 years, in the areas of tax litigation, business/commercial litigation, taxation and business law. He received both JD and MBA degrees from the University of Michigan, and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant as well as an attorney. Mr. Heller is a Fellow of the American College of Tax Counsel, and a past Chair of the Tax…

Clients Ronald works with

Ronald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and tax litigation matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Ronald studied and practices

  • University of Michigan

    J.D. · 1980

  • University of Michigan

    M.B.A. · 1979

  • University of Michigan

    B.A. · 1976

Jurisdictions

Ronald's state bar admissions

  • United States, US Su

    ACTIVE

  • United States, Court

    ACTIVE

  • United States, Ninth

    ACTIVE

  • United States, US Ta

    ACTIVE

  • United States, Distr

    ACTIVE

  • Hawaii, State Bar As

    ACTIVE

Ronald studied at J.D. in University of Michigan, M.B.A. in University of Michigan, and B.A. in University of Michigan.

Law school and academic background

Ronald completed J.D. in University of Michigan, M.B.A. in University of Michigan, and B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ronald runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Ronald's legal honors and published work

Ronald has received 21 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Honolulu)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Honolulu)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Honolulu)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Honolulu)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Honolulu)

    2014

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Accounting

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Audits

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Controversy

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — State and Local Tax

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Assessment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Disputes

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Small Business Champion, NFIB Hawaii 2004

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Small Business Champion, Southwest United States, NFIB 2004

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Hawaii Society of CPAs - President's Award 2001-02

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Honolulu) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Honolulu) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Honolulu) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Honolulu) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Honolulu) (2014). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026).

Locations

Ronald I. "Ron" Heller's office in Honolulu

Ronald's primary office is at 700 Bishop Street, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813-4187. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

700 Bishop Street

Honolulu, Hawaii 96813-4187

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Hiring guide

How to hire Ronald I. "Ron" Heller — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a tax attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 Ronald

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every tax 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. Ronald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Ronald I. "Ron" Heller

  • How much does it cost to hire Ronald for a tax case?

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

  • Does Ronald offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do tax cases in Hawaii typically take?

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

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

    Ronald 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 — Ronald 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 Ronald?

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

  • Is Ronald accepting new tax clients right now?

    Ronald'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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