Alen Kaneshiro
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Primary Practice Area
Criminal Defense
Language
English
About
Alen M. Kaneshiro was born and raised on the windward side of Oahu. He is proud not only to be locally born, but also locally educated. Alen graduated from Kailua High School, the University of Hawaii Manoa and received his juris doctorate from the William S. Richardson School of Law. After graduating, he worked for the Honorable Virginia Lea Crandall before joining the State Office of the Public Defender. Alen has effectively represented thousands of clients charged with criminal offenses in front of both judges and juries resulting in countless dismissals, acquittals and post-trial conviction reversals after appeal. While primarily focusing on taking cases to trial, he has also negotiated thousands of plea agreements to the benefit of his clients. Alen spends his weekends with family, friends, and at the beach fishing with his dog Lilikoi.
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
Language
English
Contact
Reviews
I put my case in Alen’s trust and he came through. At times I was frustrated and impatient and he assured me he was on the right path. He was 100% correct. I highly recommend him.
I hired Alen after letting go of my previous attorney on the Big Island where my case was located. This proved to be the best decision EVER, because not only did we win, but also because Alen was so kind, considerate, and most importantly determined! It’s unfortunate to be in a situation where you need a criminal attorney, but when you do, it’s nice to have one who has empathy towards you and what you are going through. Alen is highly knowledgeable of the law, impressive in the court room, and was completely motivated to win my case. He was always quick to respond to any questions that I had, proactive with the case, paid attention to the smallest of details, and worked extremely hard from beginning to end. I cannot say enough about how great of an attorney Alen Kaneshiro is. Alen is very talented at what he does, and I am so grateful that he took my case!
Hands down the best decision! Once finding out I was under investigation for a misdemeanor (yet very serious) allegation, I consulted with nearly a dozen attorneys. Alen was by far the most responsive, professional, helpful, and practical of all I spoke to, so I hired him. While some lawyers wanted to "wait it out" and see what the State was going to do, Alen engaged immediately and in the end, the prosecutor did not file charges in my case. His ability to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and provide candid support about the case was reassuring during an extremely scary/confusing time. His patient-level headed approach to analyzing the details and compassion for his clients is crystal clear. If you want a responsive and knowledgeable professional who is no doubt "on your team", he's the lawyer you want.
We all mess up sometimes. We all make mistakes. That's just human nature. Bottom line..if you want a chance in court, you need to hire Alen Kaneshiro. After what he did for me, I wouldn't hire anyone else. I was referred to Alen Kaneshiro through a friend who received a DUI. My particular case was also a petty misdemeanor in the state of Hawaii. I consulted with two other criminal defense attorneys before speaking with Alen. Each of them gave me options, but neither of them were optimistic about the outcome. They mentioned certain options were off the table. When I spoke with Alen during our initial consultation, he was very understanding and humble. He broke down the situation for me so that I could understand what was really going on and what I was up against. He then laid out his strategy that same night, presenting me with several options and broke down the likelihood of success for each. He was honest with me, but still optimistic. So we went to trial. Alen was a true professional both in and out of court. As a result of his efforts, my case was dismissed. I can't thank him enough for giving me a second chance.
Wow, Completely Impressed with Alen's decisions and results he provided with me in my "hard times". A true professional that provides comfort, honesty, experience, knowledge, and most importantly...RESULTS.. So Happy I called Alen..
I was referred to him by a very reputable judge and Alen was very professional and informative. He will tell it like it is and will deliver. He walked me through the whole process and gave me options and his opinions on the outcome. He always responded very quickly with any questions I had when I texted him. He developed a sincerity in his actions and explanations and showed a true concern for my outcome and will give you the confidence that he will prevail. He was awesome in action in court and at the ADLRO hearing. Alen got my license back and also got my case dismissed and I will always be indebted to him and the judge who referred me to him. Thank you is just not enough.
After reading about the court process and talking to friends, I knew I wasn't going to be able to get through it alone, so I called Alen. He didn't cut any corners and I was very pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend hiring Alen.
Alen was the most professional yet humble attorney and therefore, thats what I based my decision to hire him on. Did not promise me anything from the get-go like other attorneys I consulted with. Yet, he represented me with utmost professionalism and hard work and in turn, my case was dismissed. I'm not promising you that he will be able to do the same for you but I can say that he will represent you to the fullest and it's easy to see that he works hard for your case.
Alen is a wonderful attorney. I was involved in a criminal matter and Alen supported and fought for me throughout my entire case. He was able to represent me from the mainland which was relief so I didn't have to return to the island for court. He is everything I could have hoped for and more. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable, professional, and kept a responsive open line of communication. He was not only easy to work worth but seemed to always think 3 steps ahead and have a plan of action. He kept me informed and comfortable through a bad situation. Ultimately Alen was able to get my case dismissed due to a procedural defect. His hard work and attention to detail paid off! I am more than satisfied with the decision I made to hire him. He was a perfect fit for me, my case, and my particular circumstance.
Seemed to be very loyal, and worked with me in every aspect of my DUI case, from financially to working with my crazy work schedule. He keeps his clients updated throughout the whole process and makes you feel more comfortable with the process. He thoroughly explains everything that is going on and makes you feel like he is truly on your side. I would highly recommend Alen Kaneshiro to anyone who is in need. He is very personable and seems to care about his client.
I put my case in Alen’s trust and he came through. At times I was frustrated and impatient and he assured me he was on the right path. He was 100% correct. I highly recommend him.
I hired Alen after letting go of my previous attorney on the Big Island where my case was located. This proved to be the best decision EVER, because not only did we win, but also because Alen was so kind, considerate, and most importantly determined! It’s unfortunate to be in a situation where you need a criminal attorney, but when you do, it’s nice to have one who has empathy towards you and what you are going through. Alen is highly knowledgeable of the law, impressive in the court room, and was completely motivated to win my case. He was always quick to respond to any questions that I had, proactive with the case, paid attention to the smallest of details, and worked extremely hard from beginning to end. I cannot say enough about how great of an attorney Alen Kaneshiro is. Alen is very talented at what he does, and I am so grateful that he took my case!
Hands down the best decision! Once finding out I was under investigation for a misdemeanor (yet very serious) allegation, I consulted with nearly a dozen attorneys. Alen was by far the most responsive, professional, helpful, and practical of all I spoke to, so I hired him. While some lawyers wanted to "wait it out" and see what the State was going to do, Alen engaged immediately and in the end, the prosecutor did not file charges in my case. His ability to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and provide candid support about the case was reassuring during an extremely scary/confusing time. His patient-level headed approach to analyzing the details and compassion for his clients is crystal clear. If you want a responsive and knowledgeable professional who is no doubt "on your team", he's the lawyer you want.
We all mess up sometimes. We all make mistakes. That's just human nature. Bottom line..if you want a chance in court, you need to hire Alen Kaneshiro. After what he did for me, I wouldn't hire anyone else. I was referred to Alen Kaneshiro through a friend who received a DUI. My particular case was also a petty misdemeanor in the state of Hawaii. I consulted with two other criminal defense attorneys before speaking with Alen. Each of them gave me options, but neither of them were optimistic about the outcome. They mentioned certain options were off the table. When I spoke with Alen during our initial consultation, he was very understanding and humble. He broke down the situation for me so that I could understand what was really going on and what I was up against. He then laid out his strategy that same night, presenting me with several options and broke down the likelihood of success for each. He was honest with me, but still optimistic. So we went to trial. Alen was a true professional both in and out of court. As a result of his efforts, my case was dismissed. I can't thank him enough for giving me a second chance.
Wow, Completely Impressed with Alen's decisions and results he provided with me in my "hard times". A true professional that provides comfort, honesty, experience, knowledge, and most importantly...RESULTS.. So Happy I called Alen..
I was referred to him by a very reputable judge and Alen was very professional and informative. He will tell it like it is and will deliver. He walked me through the whole process and gave me options and his opinions on the outcome. He always responded very quickly with any questions I had when I texted him. He developed a sincerity in his actions and explanations and showed a true concern for my outcome and will give you the confidence that he will prevail. He was awesome in action in court and at the ADLRO hearing. Alen got my license back and also got my case dismissed and I will always be indebted to him and the judge who referred me to him. Thank you is just not enough.
After reading about the court process and talking to friends, I knew I wasn't going to be able to get through it alone, so I called Alen. He didn't cut any corners and I was very pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend hiring Alen.
Alen was the most professional yet humble attorney and therefore, thats what I based my decision to hire him on. Did not promise me anything from the get-go like other attorneys I consulted with. Yet, he represented me with utmost professionalism and hard work and in turn, my case was dismissed. I'm not promising you that he will be able to do the same for you but I can say that he will represent you to the fullest and it's easy to see that he works hard for your case.
Alen is a wonderful attorney. I was involved in a criminal matter and Alen supported and fought for me throughout my entire case. He was able to represent me from the mainland which was relief so I didn't have to return to the island for court. He is everything I could have hoped for and more. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable, professional, and kept a responsive open line of communication. He was not only easy to work worth but seemed to always think 3 steps ahead and have a plan of action. He kept me informed and comfortable through a bad situation. Ultimately Alen was able to get my case dismissed due to a procedural defect. His hard work and attention to detail paid off! I am more than satisfied with the decision I made to hire him. He was a perfect fit for me, my case, and my particular circumstance.
Seemed to be very loyal, and worked with me in every aspect of my DUI case, from financially to working with my crazy work schedule. He keeps his clients updated throughout the whole process and makes you feel more comfortable with the process. He thoroughly explains everything that is going on and makes you feel like he is truly on your side. I would highly recommend Alen Kaneshiro to anyone who is in need. He is very personable and seems to care about his client.
I put my case in Alen’s trust and he came through. At times I was frustrated and impatient and he assured me he was on the right path. He was 100% correct. I highly recommend him.
I hired Alen after letting go of my previous attorney on the Big Island where my case was located. This proved to be the best decision EVER, because not only did we win, but also because Alen was so kind, considerate, and most importantly determined! It’s unfortunate to be in a situation where you need a criminal attorney, but when you do, it’s nice to have one who has empathy towards you and what you are going through. Alen is highly knowledgeable of the law, impressive in the court room, and was completely motivated to win my case. He was always quick to respond to any questions that I had, proactive with the case, paid attention to the smallest of details, and worked extremely hard from beginning to end. I cannot say enough about how great of an attorney Alen Kaneshiro is. Alen is very talented at what he does, and I am so grateful that he took my case!
Hands down the best decision! Once finding out I was under investigation for a misdemeanor (yet very serious) allegation, I consulted with nearly a dozen attorneys. Alen was by far the most responsive, professional, helpful, and practical of all I spoke to, so I hired him. While some lawyers wanted to "wait it out" and see what the State was going to do, Alen engaged immediately and in the end, the prosecutor did not file charges in my case. His ability to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and provide candid support about the case was reassuring during an extremely scary/confusing time. His patient-level headed approach to analyzing the details and compassion for his clients is crystal clear. If you want a responsive and knowledgeable professional who is no doubt "on your team", he's the lawyer you want.
We all mess up sometimes. We all make mistakes. That's just human nature. Bottom line..if you want a chance in court, you need to hire Alen Kaneshiro. After what he did for me, I wouldn't hire anyone else. I was referred to Alen Kaneshiro through a friend who received a DUI. My particular case was also a petty misdemeanor in the state of Hawaii. I consulted with two other criminal defense attorneys before speaking with Alen. Each of them gave me options, but neither of them were optimistic about the outcome. They mentioned certain options were off the table. When I spoke with Alen during our initial consultation, he was very understanding and humble. He broke down the situation for me so that I could understand what was really going on and what I was up against. He then laid out his strategy that same night, presenting me with several options and broke down the likelihood of success for each. He was honest with me, but still optimistic. So we went to trial. Alen was a true professional both in and out of court. As a result of his efforts, my case was dismissed. I can't thank him enough for giving me a second chance.
Wow, Completely Impressed with Alen's decisions and results he provided with me in my "hard times". A true professional that provides comfort, honesty, experience, knowledge, and most importantly...RESULTS.. So Happy I called Alen..
I was referred to him by a very reputable judge and Alen was very professional and informative. He will tell it like it is and will deliver. He walked me through the whole process and gave me options and his opinions on the outcome. He always responded very quickly with any questions I had when I texted him. He developed a sincerity in his actions and explanations and showed a true concern for my outcome and will give you the confidence that he will prevail. He was awesome in action in court and at the ADLRO hearing. Alen got my license back and also got my case dismissed and I will always be indebted to him and the judge who referred me to him. Thank you is just not enough.
After reading about the court process and talking to friends, I knew I wasn't going to be able to get through it alone, so I called Alen. He didn't cut any corners and I was very pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend hiring Alen.
Alen was the most professional yet humble attorney and therefore, thats what I based my decision to hire him on. Did not promise me anything from the get-go like other attorneys I consulted with. Yet, he represented me with utmost professionalism and hard work and in turn, my case was dismissed. I'm not promising you that he will be able to do the same for you but I can say that he will represent you to the fullest and it's easy to see that he works hard for your case.
Alen is a wonderful attorney. I was involved in a criminal matter and Alen supported and fought for me throughout my entire case. He was able to represent me from the mainland which was relief so I didn't have to return to the island for court. He is everything I could have hoped for and more. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable, professional, and kept a responsive open line of communication. He was not only easy to work worth but seemed to always think 3 steps ahead and have a plan of action. He kept me informed and comfortable through a bad situation. Ultimately Alen was able to get my case dismissed due to a procedural defect. His hard work and attention to detail paid off! I am more than satisfied with the decision I made to hire him. He was a perfect fit for me, my case, and my particular circumstance.
Seemed to be very loyal, and worked with me in every aspect of my DUI case, from financially to working with my crazy work schedule. He keeps his clients updated throughout the whole process and makes you feel more comfortable with the process. He thoroughly explains everything that is going on and makes you feel like he is truly on your side. I would highly recommend Alen Kaneshiro to anyone who is in need. He is very personable and seems to care about his client.