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Stephen Foster, ADR Attorney in Ocean View, Hawaii

Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, General, and Personal Injury

Ocean View, HI

Practicing adr in Ocean View since 1976.

50+
Years practicing
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Stephen Foster is an attorney based in Ocean View, HI. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Personal Injury. Stephen has over 50 years of legal experience.

Based in
Ocean View, HI
Experience
over 50 years
Known for
ADR · General · Personal Injury
  • Handles ADR, General, and Personal Injury matters from Ocean View, HI.
  • Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Stephen Foster: Stephen Foster is an attorney based in Ocean View, HI. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Personal Injury. Stephen has over 50 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Stephen takes on

Stephen concentrates on adr, general, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Ocean View, Hawaii

Stephen takes adr matters in Ocean View, 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

General cases in Ocean View, Hawaii

Stephen takes general matters in Ocean View, 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Ocean View, Hawaii

Stephen takes personal injury matters in Ocean View, 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Ocean View, Hawaii

Stephen takes workers comp matters in Ocean View, 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Stephen Foster — adr lawyer in Ocean View

Stephen Foster is an attorney based in Ocean View, HI. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Personal Injury. Stephen has over 50 years of legal experience.

Stephen Foster is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers' compensation, arbitration and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years. Stephen practices in Ocean View, HI.

Working with Stephen on a adr matter

Stephen Foster is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers' compensation, arbitration and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years. Stephen practices in Ocean View, HI.

Clients Stephen works with

Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, general, and personal injury matters in Ocean View and the surrounding Hawaii area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Hastings College of the Law, University of California

    J.D. · 1973

  • University of California at Berkeley

    A.B. · 1970

Jurisdictions

Stephen's state bar admissions

  • California

    1976 · ACTIVE

Stephen studied at J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and A.B. in University of California at Berkeley.

Law school and academic background

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

Locations

Stephen Foster's office in Ocean View

Stephen's primary office is at 92 1716 Cocoanut Dr, Ocean View, HI, 96704. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

92 1716 Cocoanut Dr

Ocean View, HI 96704

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stephen Foster — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Ocean View, 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 Stephen

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Stephen'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 Stephen Foster

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

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

  • Does Stephen offer a free consultation?

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

  • Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Ocean View?

    Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?

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

  • Is Stephen accepting new adr clients right now?

    Stephen'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 Ocean View, Honolulu and Wailuku in Hawaii

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