Top 10 Estate Planning Attorneys in Honolulu
Did you know that roughly 25% of Americans don’t have an estate plan? If you’re in that group, we can’t blame you! After all, estate planning isn’t exactly the simplest thing in the world. Not only does every state have different estate planning laws, but every estate itself is different, which means that you really shouldn’t download an estate planning template from the internet and hope for the best. Plus, according to Nolo, a will alone isn’t enough to help your family avoid probate in Hawaii. It also won’t help you avoid estate taxes, which (unlike quite a few other states), Hawaii does have. If you’re a native Hawaiian who doesn’t have an estate plan, you should probably change that, preferably with the help of an expert. Like these 10 highly-rated ones we found in Honolulu!
Amphay Champathong, JD | Estate Planning Group
You’ve heard of doctors making house calls, but how about estate planning attorneys? We aren’t sure if it’s an industry-wide practice, but Amphay Champathong is proud to offer exactly that! He can help you with everything from estate planning to probate to guardianship, even in cases that involve a member of your family who might have special needs. Visit his website to book your FREE consultation today!
Highlights:
- In-person visits
- Free consultations
What others are saying:
One glowing Google review reads: “Amphay is the best person to go to if you want your estate done. He takes his time to go over with you your options then helps you execute any land transfers that need to be done. He’s trustworthy and very detailed. If you need your estate done there’s no one better!” No wonder his law firm has a perfect 5 out of 5-star rating on Google!
Backyard Estate Planning – Law Office of Rowen N. Young
What do you get when you combine legal expertise with a live call-in radio show? None other than Rowen N. Young, the next entry on our list! Not only does Mr. Young boast over 35 years of estate planning experience, but he was also born and raised in Honolulu, where he still lives. As such, Mr. Young is deeply rooted in the local community, where he often gives lectures on estate planning. If you can’t make one of his in-person lectures, no worries! You can also call into his radio show every Saturday afternoon between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. or call (808) 944-1554 to set up your first appointment!
Highlights:
- 35+ years of experience
- An attorney who’s as passionate about estate planning as he is knowledgeable!
What others are saying:
One 5-star Google review reads: “Very kind, professional and understanding to the concerns of my families estate planning. Mr. Rowan Young was highly recommended by a co-worker and I am so glad I went to see him.” Another reviewer chimed in, calling Mr. Young “professional and helpful.”
Estate Planning Consultants of Hawaii, Inc.
Guess what? Estate Planning Consultants of Hawaii offers a FREE one-hour meeting that can be conducted in person or online! Better yet, they’ve helped over 2,000 Hawaiian families since 1997! They want to do more than just create an estate plan for you. They want to create an ongoing partnership where you feel free to reach out anytime, with any questions you might have or changes you might need to make. Oh, and did we mention that their estate planning services are one flat fee? Yep, that’s right―no hourly charges!
Highlights:
- Family-owned and-operated business
- Can help with everything from estate planning to guardianships and even advanced Medicaid planning
- Free in-person or virtual one-hour consultation
What others are saying:
One recent 5-star Google review reads: “The gentleman at Estate Planning Consultants of Hawai’i not only met but exceeded our expectations. A neighbor could not recommend them highly enough based on the work they had done for her. We worked mostly with Sage, the son, we like that it’s a family business, and he was so professional, completely understood our needs, and we wouldn’t hesitate to call on them again if we need one of their services. It’s rare, in our experience, to find a smaller outfit that is so personal yet knowledgeable; they both know their stuff!” With such high praise, it should come as no surprise that they hold a perfect 5-star rating on Google!
Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel
This is a world-class law firm. Literally. They’re proud to offer their services to both native Hawaiians and clients throughout Asia, including Japan! Even though they have a self-described “international reach”, they’re also proud of their Hawaiian roots and, per their website, have attorneys who “understand Hawai‘i laws and are dedicated to helping your business thrive.” Estate planning is just one of the many services they offer, so Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel might be an especially great fit for you if you have other legal needs. Like, for example, if you own commercial real estate or are dealing with bankruptcy.
Highlights:
- Honolulu-based
- Internationally recognized
- A huge staff of lawyers, all of whom list their credentials on the website!
What others are saying:
One 5-star Google review reads: “Goodsill is a full-service Law firm. They are hard workers and rated top notch in their class. They are very knowledgeable in every aspect.”
Infinity Estate Law LLLC
If you’ve been putting off estate planning because you’re worried about how much it will cost, then Infinity Estate Law might be the perfect firm for you! Not only do they offer FREE consultations, but they also offer competitive pricing. Translation: they want to make estate planning affordable for you and your family!
Highlights:
- Family-focused practice
- A charitable firm that supports a clean water project for an African community
- FAQ section (and other resources!)
What others are saying:
Infinity Estate Law LLLC holds a flawless 5-star rating on both Facebook and Google, with an oh-so-close to a 5-star rating on Yelp.
Law Offices of George Nam
As you can probably see from the thumbnail of the above video, Mr. Nam’s law firm was a Hawaii’s Best Estate Planning finalist! That should give you a pretty good idea of why you should consider hiring Mr. Nam as your estate planning attorney! But in case you need a little more convincing, Mr. Nam’s been in the law game since 1992 and has pretty much centered his practice around estate planning. He can also help you with elder law, estate taxes, and even setting up a trust!
Highlights:
- 30+ years of experience
- FREE informational videos available on his website
What others are saying:
George Nam is a member of the Hawaii State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the AARP Legal Service Network! His law firm also holds a perfect 5-star rating on Google.
Law Office of Keoni Souza LLC
Though Keoni Souza’s law firm has only been around since 2017, it was already named one of the best estate planning firms in the “Best of Hawaii” contest in 2024 and 2025! You can get your estate planning journey started right now, thanks to this FREE, 60-second quiz that’ll help you figure out what type of estate plan is best for you. If you’re a homebody, then you’re in luck. Mr. Souza provides all his estate planning services virtually!
Highlights:
- A blog with tons of resources on the website
- Exclusively online services
What others are saying:
Not only does this law office hold a perfect 5-star rating on Google and Facebook, where users are extremely complimentary, but Keoni Souza himself was also featured in Top 100 Lawyers!
The Law Offices of Taylor, Leong & Chee
While a bit more selective than some other lawyers on our list (they only accept new clients by referral), Mr. Taylor and Mr. Leong know a thing or two about estate planning! According to their website, they have over 80 years of combined legal expertise! They can help you with pretty much all your estate planning and real estate needs. Yep, you read that right―Mr. Leong and Mr. Taylor are also real estate attorneys! You can also check out some of the past cases they’ve worked on HERE.
Highlights:
- Decades (and decades!) of legal experience
- Highly experienced attorneys who are also involved in the community
What others are saying:
The Law Offices of Taylor, Leong & Chee hold a 4.8-star rating on Lawyers.com.
Okura & Associates
In the words of Mr. Okura himself, his firm has saved “multiple clients’ estates from $100,000 to $3,500,000 each.” With a track record like that, it probably shouldn’t come as a surprise that Okura & Associates was voted “The Best Law Office” in a Readers’ Choice poll in Hawaii’s BIGGEST daily newspaper! Mr. Okura (or one of his two associates) can attend to pretty much any estate planning need and even help you qualify for Medicaid. (More on that HERE!)
Highlights:
- FREE live seminars
- 30+ years of experience
What others are saying:
One website testimonial reads: “Our overall experience with your office has been most positive. The service was just outstanding. We were so impressed with your expertise, the professional way your staff conducted themselves, their friendliness, and the high quality of your work.”
Sterling & Tucker, LLP
It would be nice if you could test drive estate planning attorneys, as it were, the same way you do a car, right? Well, in a sense, you sort of can, as Sterling & Tucker offer FREE seminars covering various trust-related topics. Or you can sign up for their free newsletter HERE! Or check out any of the other free resources available on their website.
Highlights:
- 30+ years of experience
- Unlimited phone support
What others are saying:
Sterling & Tucker, LLP has a perfect 5-star rating on Google. It also received the “Hawaii’s Best” award from The Honolulu Star-Advertiser (the largest daily newspaper in Hawaii) in 2017, ’18, ’19, ’20, ’21, ’22, ’23’, and ’24. So, if you want to go with the best of the best, you might want to give Sterling & Tucker a call!
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Originally published October 30, 2025
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