team-member

Ellen Politano

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Licensed for 41 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

I work closely with my clients, emphasizing the importance of the client's participation and presentation of their case in both litigation and mediation settings.  This is an essential part of my work and it helps me provide quality representation. Ellen B. Politano is accredited by Hawaii's Better Business Bureau.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

Ellen B. Politano Attorney at Law, LLCP.O. Box 1375Honolulu, HI, 96807

Office: (808) 468-5302

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
November 1, 2021

Ellen represented me during my divorce and during custody modification trial. I felt very fortunate that another lawyer referred me to her because she was the best match for me. Ellen was not only empathetic to me, but she also was very respectful to the other party. Ellen used her knowledge of Psychology when arguing her cases and I saw respect that Judges had for her. Ellen made herself available for a client if the issue was urgent. I felt that Ellen became more of a friend and an advocate to me rather than just a lawyer and I trusted her advise like no one else's. Ellen is a great listener and she always tried to explain the reasoning for her suggestions and judge's decisions. I heard stories from other people describing their relationships with lawyers and none of them sounded like what I have experienced with Ellen. If I were to ever become a lawyer myself I would want to be like Ellen because her professional and personal integrity is solid as a rock.

Jordan
April 14, 2021

My 12 year old daughter was having safety issues with her mother, my ex-wife. Daughter did not feel safe and we needed to get my daughter the proper representation. I researched around town and heard about Ellen Politano, and knew in my gut after speaking to her face to face, that she was the perfect lawyer for my family and I. She is easy to work with, and looks out for the best interest of her clients. Respectful, timely, and responds to phone calls, and emails with such care and professionalism. Not once did I ever feel like I was just another dollar to her. In court, she was a bulldog, understood my needs, and spoke up for me without me having to ask. I had confidence every minute I was with her. Ellen also helped point me in the right direction in preperation for court, and also what types of things I should gather to help support my daughters case. What will work or not work, and overall thinking about my family's needs and wants. Over the course of time together, Ellen made it a point to check in on us, and went above and beyond when dealing with our Guardian Ad Litem, family therapist, as well as ex-wife's attorney. Not only did she help me create a safe haven for my daughter, but she fought for my daughter as if she was her own. Blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Ellen, and I recommend her to any and all.

anonymous
September 2, 2020

Ellen was both professional and personal, keeping me in step with the divorce process, while showing understanding for the emotional/human perspective. After my first consultation with Ellen, I knew she was just the person I needed. She is a clear thinker, knowledgeable, ethical, professional, protective of her clients, and very thorough! Thankfully she said yes to taking my case, else I would've resorted to begging her. Her constant reminders to keep things in the proper perspective, kept me in check many times, and I most of all appreciated her ability to explain things to me so clearly. Her attention to details, made for a smooth process and a closed case with no backlash. Forever grateful for her!

t
June 4, 2019

Two of my longtime friends/patients, both attorneys, referred me to Ellen Politano because their association with both parties involved in my divorce prevented them from representing me. Knowing me and my situation well, they felt it would be beneficial for me to be represented by a woman who had both strength and compassion, and that Ms. Politano would be a good match, and handle my case well. Though very busy at the time, Ms. Politano took me on as her client, at my attorney friends’ request. This was a non-melodious, gut-wrenching, rather drawn-out situation, following a long marriage, with complex property division issues. Ms. Politano provided legal expertise with endless strong positive energy, efficiency and structure, while being sympathetic to my situation and feelings, with realistic advice and guidance—a remarkable feat, given my sensitivity and disposition. Working closely together, and through mediation, we achieved a favorable outcome most had not felt was possible in my scenario. A hard-working dedicated professional and very actively involved single parent, who also makes time to provide assistance to those in need, attorney Ellen Politano deserves the highest recommendation possible. t.d.

anonymous
April 26, 2019

Ellen Politano is an exceptional lawyer and human being. I truly believe the favorable outcome of my case is due to Ellen's hard work and dedication. I believe things would be drastically different today, had she not agreed to be my lawyer. She genuinely cares about her clients. She is highly skilled and effective. She works tirelessly. She is a great communicator which brought me endless peace during this stressful process - she was always reachable via phone and email. Ellen is brilliant, honest, ethical, incredibly knowledgeable, caring, compassionate, kind and has a strong moral character. I cannot say enough about Ellen and I could not be more grateful to her. I highly recommend her!

Toni
March 30, 2019

I've used Ellen Politano for 3 cases, the initial divorce and two post divorce relief Motions my ex filed against me. For all 3 cases I prevailed with the thoughtful approach and skills that Politano brought to the table. She's fair in her strategy and competent in a courtroom. She's been practicing for over 20 years and is familiar with judges style which helps tremendously in planning for a strategy to win your case. I would continue to use and recommend her to new clients. She's a local girl and puts you at ease. Hilo you should be proud.

AnnetteS
August 24, 2014

Ellen Politano has character, integrity, professionalism and compassion for her clients. It was because of her vast knowledge and expertise that enabled her to fight for me and my 7 year old daughter. My main goal was to have sole physical custody and I got her when all other consults told me I had a weak case....She is genuine and an expert at her craft. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a divorce lawyer.

Gena Lopresti
May 17, 2013

Ellen Politano first represented me about 19 years ago for custody of my son and restraining order due to domestic violence and I didn't have much money, an she still took my case and helped me win all that I was asking for. She went above and beyond her duties as an attorney as she always does! Then again, about 11 or 12 years later she represented me in my divorce and custody of my child with my ex-husband, which was a nightmare to deal with this man. He is extremely manipulative and just made the whole process as bad as he could!! I sometimes did not think I could continue, but Ellen did not and would not give up and she fought very hard and gave me the strength to not give up, and I won full custody, attorney fees and half of our property! She exposed my ex-husbands lies and deception in court. She is an excellent, smart, and sharp as a tack! Anyone in need of a Family Law Attorney, should definitely hire Ellen B. Politano!!!

anonymous
November 1, 2021

Ellen represented me during my divorce and during custody modification trial. I felt very fortunate that another lawyer referred me to her because she was the best match for me. Ellen was not only empathetic to me, but she also was very respectful to the other party. Ellen used her knowledge of Psychology when arguing her cases and I saw respect that Judges had for her. Ellen made herself available for a client if the issue was urgent. I felt that Ellen became more of a friend and an advocate to me rather than just a lawyer and I trusted her advise like no one else's. Ellen is a great listener and she always tried to explain the reasoning for her suggestions and judge's decisions. I heard stories from other people describing their relationships with lawyers and none of them sounded like what I have experienced with Ellen. If I were to ever become a lawyer myself I would want to be like Ellen because her professional and personal integrity is solid as a rock.

Jordan
April 14, 2021

My 12 year old daughter was having safety issues with her mother, my ex-wife. Daughter did not feel safe and we needed to get my daughter the proper representation. I researched around town and heard about Ellen Politano, and knew in my gut after speaking to her face to face, that she was the perfect lawyer for my family and I. She is easy to work with, and looks out for the best interest of her clients. Respectful, timely, and responds to phone calls, and emails with such care and professionalism. Not once did I ever feel like I was just another dollar to her. In court, she was a bulldog, understood my needs, and spoke up for me without me having to ask. I had confidence every minute I was with her. Ellen also helped point me in the right direction in preperation for court, and also what types of things I should gather to help support my daughters case. What will work or not work, and overall thinking about my family's needs and wants. Over the course of time together, Ellen made it a point to check in on us, and went above and beyond when dealing with our Guardian Ad Litem, family therapist, as well as ex-wife's attorney. Not only did she help me create a safe haven for my daughter, but she fought for my daughter as if she was her own. Blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Ellen, and I recommend her to any and all.

anonymous
September 2, 2020

Ellen was both professional and personal, keeping me in step with the divorce process, while showing understanding for the emotional/human perspective. After my first consultation with Ellen, I knew she was just the person I needed. She is a clear thinker, knowledgeable, ethical, professional, protective of her clients, and very thorough! Thankfully she said yes to taking my case, else I would've resorted to begging her. Her constant reminders to keep things in the proper perspective, kept me in check many times, and I most of all appreciated her ability to explain things to me so clearly. Her attention to details, made for a smooth process and a closed case with no backlash. Forever grateful for her!

t
June 4, 2019

Two of my longtime friends/patients, both attorneys, referred me to Ellen Politano because their association with both parties involved in my divorce prevented them from representing me. Knowing me and my situation well, they felt it would be beneficial for me to be represented by a woman who had both strength and compassion, and that Ms. Politano would be a good match, and handle my case well. Though very busy at the time, Ms. Politano took me on as her client, at my attorney friends’ request. This was a non-melodious, gut-wrenching, rather drawn-out situation, following a long marriage, with complex property division issues. Ms. Politano provided legal expertise with endless strong positive energy, efficiency and structure, while being sympathetic to my situation and feelings, with realistic advice and guidance—a remarkable feat, given my sensitivity and disposition. Working closely together, and through mediation, we achieved a favorable outcome most had not felt was possible in my scenario. A hard-working dedicated professional and very actively involved single parent, who also makes time to provide assistance to those in need, attorney Ellen Politano deserves the highest recommendation possible. t.d.

anonymous
April 26, 2019

Ellen Politano is an exceptional lawyer and human being. I truly believe the favorable outcome of my case is due to Ellen's hard work and dedication. I believe things would be drastically different today, had she not agreed to be my lawyer. She genuinely cares about her clients. She is highly skilled and effective. She works tirelessly. She is a great communicator which brought me endless peace during this stressful process - she was always reachable via phone and email. Ellen is brilliant, honest, ethical, incredibly knowledgeable, caring, compassionate, kind and has a strong moral character. I cannot say enough about Ellen and I could not be more grateful to her. I highly recommend her!

Toni
March 30, 2019

I've used Ellen Politano for 3 cases, the initial divorce and two post divorce relief Motions my ex filed against me. For all 3 cases I prevailed with the thoughtful approach and skills that Politano brought to the table. She's fair in her strategy and competent in a courtroom. She's been practicing for over 20 years and is familiar with judges style which helps tremendously in planning for a strategy to win your case. I would continue to use and recommend her to new clients. She's a local girl and puts you at ease. Hilo you should be proud.

AnnetteS
August 24, 2014

Ellen Politano has character, integrity, professionalism and compassion for her clients. It was because of her vast knowledge and expertise that enabled her to fight for me and my 7 year old daughter. My main goal was to have sole physical custody and I got her when all other consults told me I had a weak case....She is genuine and an expert at her craft. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a divorce lawyer.

Gena Lopresti
May 17, 2013

Ellen Politano first represented me about 19 years ago for custody of my son and restraining order due to domestic violence and I didn't have much money, an she still took my case and helped me win all that I was asking for. She went above and beyond her duties as an attorney as she always does! Then again, about 11 or 12 years later she represented me in my divorce and custody of my child with my ex-husband, which was a nightmare to deal with this man. He is extremely manipulative and just made the whole process as bad as he could!! I sometimes did not think I could continue, but Ellen did not and would not give up and she fought very hard and gave me the strength to not give up, and I won full custody, attorney fees and half of our property! She exposed my ex-husbands lies and deception in court. She is an excellent, smart, and sharp as a tack! Anyone in need of a Family Law Attorney, should definitely hire Ellen B. Politano!!!

anonymous
November 1, 2021

Ellen represented me during my divorce and during custody modification trial. I felt very fortunate that another lawyer referred me to her because she was the best match for me. Ellen was not only empathetic to me, but she also was very respectful to the other party. Ellen used her knowledge of Psychology when arguing her cases and I saw respect that Judges had for her. Ellen made herself available for a client if the issue was urgent. I felt that Ellen became more of a friend and an advocate to me rather than just a lawyer and I trusted her advise like no one else's. Ellen is a great listener and she always tried to explain the reasoning for her suggestions and judge's decisions. I heard stories from other people describing their relationships with lawyers and none of them sounded like what I have experienced with Ellen. If I were to ever become a lawyer myself I would want to be like Ellen because her professional and personal integrity is solid as a rock.

Jordan
April 14, 2021

My 12 year old daughter was having safety issues with her mother, my ex-wife. Daughter did not feel safe and we needed to get my daughter the proper representation. I researched around town and heard about Ellen Politano, and knew in my gut after speaking to her face to face, that she was the perfect lawyer for my family and I. She is easy to work with, and looks out for the best interest of her clients. Respectful, timely, and responds to phone calls, and emails with such care and professionalism. Not once did I ever feel like I was just another dollar to her. In court, she was a bulldog, understood my needs, and spoke up for me without me having to ask. I had confidence every minute I was with her. Ellen also helped point me in the right direction in preperation for court, and also what types of things I should gather to help support my daughters case. What will work or not work, and overall thinking about my family's needs and wants. Over the course of time together, Ellen made it a point to check in on us, and went above and beyond when dealing with our Guardian Ad Litem, family therapist, as well as ex-wife's attorney. Not only did she help me create a safe haven for my daughter, but she fought for my daughter as if she was her own. Blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Ellen, and I recommend her to any and all.

anonymous
September 2, 2020

Ellen was both professional and personal, keeping me in step with the divorce process, while showing understanding for the emotional/human perspective. After my first consultation with Ellen, I knew she was just the person I needed. She is a clear thinker, knowledgeable, ethical, professional, protective of her clients, and very thorough! Thankfully she said yes to taking my case, else I would've resorted to begging her. Her constant reminders to keep things in the proper perspective, kept me in check many times, and I most of all appreciated her ability to explain things to me so clearly. Her attention to details, made for a smooth process and a closed case with no backlash. Forever grateful for her!

t
June 4, 2019

Two of my longtime friends/patients, both attorneys, referred me to Ellen Politano because their association with both parties involved in my divorce prevented them from representing me. Knowing me and my situation well, they felt it would be beneficial for me to be represented by a woman who had both strength and compassion, and that Ms. Politano would be a good match, and handle my case well. Though very busy at the time, Ms. Politano took me on as her client, at my attorney friends’ request. This was a non-melodious, gut-wrenching, rather drawn-out situation, following a long marriage, with complex property division issues. Ms. Politano provided legal expertise with endless strong positive energy, efficiency and structure, while being sympathetic to my situation and feelings, with realistic advice and guidance—a remarkable feat, given my sensitivity and disposition. Working closely together, and through mediation, we achieved a favorable outcome most had not felt was possible in my scenario. A hard-working dedicated professional and very actively involved single parent, who also makes time to provide assistance to those in need, attorney Ellen Politano deserves the highest recommendation possible. t.d.

anonymous
April 26, 2019

Ellen Politano is an exceptional lawyer and human being. I truly believe the favorable outcome of my case is due to Ellen's hard work and dedication. I believe things would be drastically different today, had she not agreed to be my lawyer. She genuinely cares about her clients. She is highly skilled and effective. She works tirelessly. She is a great communicator which brought me endless peace during this stressful process - she was always reachable via phone and email. Ellen is brilliant, honest, ethical, incredibly knowledgeable, caring, compassionate, kind and has a strong moral character. I cannot say enough about Ellen and I could not be more grateful to her. I highly recommend her!

Toni
March 30, 2019

I've used Ellen Politano for 3 cases, the initial divorce and two post divorce relief Motions my ex filed against me. For all 3 cases I prevailed with the thoughtful approach and skills that Politano brought to the table. She's fair in her strategy and competent in a courtroom. She's been practicing for over 20 years and is familiar with judges style which helps tremendously in planning for a strategy to win your case. I would continue to use and recommend her to new clients. She's a local girl and puts you at ease. Hilo you should be proud.

AnnetteS
August 24, 2014

Ellen Politano has character, integrity, professionalism and compassion for her clients. It was because of her vast knowledge and expertise that enabled her to fight for me and my 7 year old daughter. My main goal was to have sole physical custody and I got her when all other consults told me I had a weak case....She is genuine and an expert at her craft. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a divorce lawyer.

Gena Lopresti
May 17, 2013

Ellen Politano first represented me about 19 years ago for custody of my son and restraining order due to domestic violence and I didn't have much money, an she still took my case and helped me win all that I was asking for. She went above and beyond her duties as an attorney as she always does! Then again, about 11 or 12 years later she represented me in my divorce and custody of my child with my ex-husband, which was a nightmare to deal with this man. He is extremely manipulative and just made the whole process as bad as he could!! I sometimes did not think I could continue, but Ellen did not and would not give up and she fought very hard and gave me the strength to not give up, and I won full custody, attorney fees and half of our property! She exposed my ex-husbands lies and deception in court. She is an excellent, smart, and sharp as a tack! Anyone in need of a Family Law Attorney, should definitely hire Ellen B. Politano!!!