Can You Lose Family Land in a Hawaii Divorce?
For many families on the Big Island, land is more than property — it represents generations of history, culture, and connection. Whether it’s inherited agricultural land in Kaʻū, a family home in Hilo, acreage in Puna, or ranch property in Waimea, family land often carries emotional weight far beyond its market value. When a marriage […]
Can a Parent Move from the Big Island to Oahu After Divorce?
After a divorce or custody case, life does not always stay the same. A parent may receive a better job opportunity, want to move closer to family, need better access to medical care, or decide that Oʻahu offers more educational or support options for the child. For parents on the Big Island, one common question […]
How Divorce Works in Hilo Family Court
For many people, filing for divorce is unfamiliar territory. Questions about custody, property, finances, and court procedures can quickly become overwhelming — especially when trying to navigate the Hawaiʻi Family Court system on the Big Island. If you are considering divorce in Hilo or elsewhere on the Big Island, understanding how the process generally […]
What Is Divorce Mediation in Hawai‘i?
A calmer way to move forward when your marriage ends. Divorce isn’t easy — but it doesn’t always have to mean a full-blown courtroom battle. Here in Hawai‘i, many couples are choosing a more peaceful way to end their marriage: divorce mediation. If you’re wondering what that means (and whether it’s right for you), this […]
What is the Automatic Restraining Order in a Hawaii Divorce?
In a divorce in Hawaii, one may hear about the “Automatic Restraining Order.” The Automatic Restraining Order (or “ARO”) in Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 580-10.5 is an order of the Court that automatically takes effect in divorce cases. The purpose of the ARO is to maintain the status quo between the parties and protect marital […]
Gavin Doi Interviewed About Same Sex Divorce in Hawaii
Gavin Doi interviewed about same sex divorces in Hawaii Islandlawyers attorney Gavin Doi was interviewed by Kristine Uyeno of KHON2 News on January 2, 2014, regarding same sex divorce in Hawaii. Doi/Luke, Islandlawyers filed the first same sex divorce complaint in Hawaii, upon Hawaii’s enactment of a same sex marriage law, clearing the way for […]
Easiest and Hardest States for Divorce, According to the HuffPo
The Huffington Post has a fun chart showing the “easiest” and “hardest” U.S. States to get a divorce. The HuffPo’s assessment it should be noted, is based solely on the divorce filing fee of a state, and the minimum processing time for a divorce in that state. The ease/difficulty guide does not take into account other laws regarding […]
Can Your Marriage Withstand Social Media?
According to a recent study by the University of Missouri, there is a correlation between Twitter usage and divorce. Specifically, higher amounts of Twitter usage was linked to higher conflict between couples. Unsurprisingly, a 2013 report in the Journal of Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking found similar results from excessive Facebook use. This news surely comes as […]
Divorce Issues Checklist
A helpful tool when trying to settle your divorce When thinking about your contested or uncontested divorce, it is important to have thought about the different issues that will arise. Below is a handy checklist of the important issues in a divorce. Note that this is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list, but a good […]
HuffPo Graphic Shows Varying Divorce Rates in the U.S.
A pretty nice infographic on the Huffington Post this morning (crediting a Brown University study, the American Community Survey, and the Daily Beast), showing the divorce rates in different states in the U.S., as well as the top cities in that regard. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/04/us-divorce-rate_n_4184261.html Notably our little chain in the Pacific is on the lower end […]