Pro Bono
Kari K. Noborikawa
The George Washington University Law School, 2018
Litigation
As part of Hawaii’s legal community, Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher is committed to providing quality pro bono services to individuals and organizations who would otherwise be unable to afford such services. Our attorneys are actively encouraged to accept pro bono cases and we ask each attorney to devote at least 50 hours of time to pro bono matters each year. Attorneys at our firm have dedicated their efforts to organizations including Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii, Ho`ola Na Pua, the Access to Justice Room, the Wild Aloha Foundation, the Business Law Corps., and the David Sherlock Wildlife Trust, to name a few. We understand the importance of providing these services and always strive to outdo ourselves year over year in a continual effort to better serve our community.
What People Say About Us
"A very aggressive litigation group with some highly talented lawyers."
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"A top notch law firm — highly impressive. Strategic thinkers with an uncommon ability to sift through complex issues to get to common-sense solutions."
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"The individuals we work with come with high recommendations and take an assertive stance."
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"Starn O'Toole clearly stands out above the rest in what they do."
Benchmark Litigation
"An impressive reputation as a go to commercial litigation law firm for regional and global corporations."
Benchmark Litigation
"We were looking for the best litigators in Hawaii, and we found them."
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"The team is praised for comprising"excellent attorneys"who are"highly knowledgeable."
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"thoughtful, creative problem solvers. They have the courage to challenge the client when it is their best interest."
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"They have been an excellent representative for us. They are thoughtful in their analysis of the situation, have explored a variety of available options, offered sound advice and followed through with persistence."
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"Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher has excellent lawyers. They are great advisors, and are very professional and polished."
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"Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher is an excellent and responsive firm that understands business needs and issues."
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"An excellent firm. Excellent service and very responsive, with well trained junior associates. They provide sound commercial advice."
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"The thing that really makes them stand out is their business advisory capabilities — they are very insightful about the business side of real estate acquisitions."
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"The best attorneys are in this firm. They are sensitive to the client's needs, most professional and won all of my litigation cases. I would highly recommend this law firm."
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"Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher is the best firm I’ve had the pleasure of working with over a 38 year career. To a person, they are all professional, caring, effective and ethical."
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"Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher has strong partners and associates in both real estate and commercial litigation. They are well respected by peers and local judges."
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"Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher is first rate. The level of professionalism is extraordinary, and the competence is off the charts. Their negotiating ability with opposing counsel was superb; professional, courteous, and firm. They were able therefore, to reach good settlements and serve us very well while maintaining fine relationships with opposing counsel. This is a confident firm, with confidence based on achievement."
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"Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher is one of the best most competent firms and attorneys I have ever used."
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"I never cease to be surprised at the skills Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher brings in solving my legal issues. They are well connected and well regarded around town."
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"When we got into a litigation matter in Hawaii, we got a reference to Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher. They not only exceed in their expertise, they understand the culture and politics of the area as well. Stephanie Thompson and the staff in particular showed impeccable integrity. I usually refrain from participating in these types of surveys, but I wanted to share how great this firm is."
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"The attorneys at Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher have proved to be extremely efficient and responsive and while they are a top rate firm, their efficiency in work keeps costs reasonable. I enjoy and appreciate working with them, especially Ken Marcus."
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"Doug Chin, at Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher, has been a wonderful partner in our government relations efforts. He is a consummate professional and well respected in our community, so he is able to open many doors for us. We appreciate our partnership with Doug and with Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher."
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"Stephanie and Trevor, at Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher, helped us through a very difficult case with patience, compassion and diligence. Their attentiveness and candor got us the best possible outcome. I highly recommend!"
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"The real estate team at Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher are true professionals. They are very knowledgeable on matters of Hawaiian law, and take a practical business approach to negotiations and problem-solving. They possess excellent research, drafting and negotiating skills. The presence of a government relations capability at the firm is a definite plus. I have worked with the firm for many years and look forward to many more."
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''Every document or filing they have ever promised has been delivered when they promised it or before.''
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''They are well-prepared and knowledgeable litigators, as well as strategic thinkers with sound tactics.''
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'''The firm is able to handle complex matters by providing sound and well-researched legal advice. They provide an excellent service and are very responsive to enquiries.''
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