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Stuart Kodish, Personal Injury Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

Over 40 years of legal practice

Practicing personal injury in Honolulu since 1986.

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Stuart Kodish is an attorney based in Honolulu, HAWAII. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Stuart has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner.

Based in
Honolulu, HAWAII
Experience
over 40 years
Known for
Personal Injury
  • Handles Personal Injury matters from Honolulu, HAWAII.
  • Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

About Stuart Kodish: Stuart Kodish is an attorney based in Honolulu, HAWAII. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Stuart has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Stuart Kodish

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

Personal Injury cases in Honolulu, Hawaii

Stuart takes personal injury 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 Stuart agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Stuart Kodish — Over 40 years of Hawaii personal injury experience

Stuart Kodish is an attorney based in Honolulu, HAWAII. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Stuart has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner.

Stuart Kodish is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Stuart, who practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stuart is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

How Stuart handles personal injury matters

Stuart Kodish is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Stuart, who practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stuart is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Who Stuart represents

Stuart reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.

Credentials

Stuart Kodish's legal education and bar admissions

  • The Ohio State University

    J.D. · 1986

Jurisdictions

Stuart's state bar admissions

  • Hawaii, Hawaii State

    1986 · ACTIVE

Stuart studied at J.D. in The Ohio State University.

Law school and academic background

Stuart completed J.D. in The Ohio State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stuart runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Stuart Kodish

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

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

Stuart Kodish's office in Honolulu

Stuart's primary office is at 737 Bishop Street, Suite 1740, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

737 Bishop Street, Suite 1740

Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stuart Kodish — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Stuart

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. Stuart confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Stuart Kodish

  • How much does it cost to hire Stuart for a personal injury case?

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

  • Does Stuart offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do personal injury cases in Hawaii typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. Stuart gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Stuart 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 — Stuart 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 Stuart?

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

  • Is Stuart accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Honolulu, Wailuku and Hilo in Hawaii

Stuart handles personal injury matters throughout Hawaii. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.

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