Rowen N. Young, Estate Planning Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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Honolulu, HI
Practicing estate planning in Honolulu since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Rowen N. Young is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Rowen has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rowen N. Young. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Honolulu, HI
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Probate · Tax
- Handles Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax matters from Honolulu, HI.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Rowen N. Young: Rowen N. Young is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Rowen has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rowen N. Young. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Rowen takes on
Rowen concentrates on estate planning, probate, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rowen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Probate
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Tax
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Estate Planning cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
Rowen takes estate planning 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 Rowen agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
Rowen takes probate 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 Rowen agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
Rowen 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 Rowen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Rowen N. Young — estate planning lawyer in Honolulu
Rowen N. Young is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Rowen has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rowen N. Young. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Rowen N. Young is a lawyer practicing estate and tax planning, probate law, estate planning. Rowen received a degree from William S. Richardson, and has been licensed for 46 years. Rowen practices at Rowen N. Young in Honolulu, HI.
Working with Rowen on a estate planning matter
Rowen N. Young is a lawyer practicing estate and tax planning, probate law, estate planning. Rowen received a degree from William S. Richardson, and has been licensed for 46 years. Rowen practices at Rowen N. Young in Honolulu, HI.
Who Rowen represents
Rowen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, probate, and tax matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
LL.M · 1981
William S. Richardson
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Jurisdictions
Rowen's state bar admissions
U.S. Tax Court
1982 · ACTIVE
Hawaii
1980 · ACTIVE
Rowen studied at LL.M in University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law and — in William S. Richardson.
Law school and academic background
Rowen completed LL.M in University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law and — in William S. Richardson. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rowen runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Rowen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Rowen's professional memberships and bar associations
Hawaii State Bar Association
Member, Taxation Section · membership
Locations
Rowen N. Young's office in Honolulu
Rowen's primary office is at 1585 Kapiolani Blvd., Ste. 1230, Honolulu, HI, 96814. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Rowen N. Young — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Rowen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Honolulu.
4.4
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How to hire Rowen N. Young — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rowen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rowen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rowen'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; Rowen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Rowen
Rowen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Rowen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rowen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Rowen N. Young
How much does it cost to hire Rowen for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rowen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rowen offer a free consultation?
Rowen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rowen's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Rowen's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Hawaii typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. Rowen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rowen take my case if I'm outside Honolulu?
Rowen 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 — Rowen 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 Rowen?
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. Rowen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rowen accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Rowen'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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