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Directory of bankruptcy lawyers in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
14 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Kailua-Kona, HI
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Showing 14 bankruptcy lawyers in Kailua-Kona, HI
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Foster Law Offices LLC
74-5617 Pawai Pl Suite 206, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 341-6293 fosterlawoffices.com
Schlueter, Kwiat & Kennedy LLLP
75-167 Kalani St Suite 201, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 987-7275 schlueterkwiatkennedy.com
Gleed, Darl C. Attorney At Law
75-5905 Walua Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-6600 gleedlaw.com
David Eugene Smith Attorney At Law, LLLC
78-6800 Ali‘i Dr APT 39, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 322-4766 lodeslaw.com
Wayfinders Law & Mediation LLLC
75-5782 Kuakini Hwy Suite C3C, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 766-2719 wayfinderslaw.com
Hawaii Disability Legal Services, LLLC
75-170 Hualalai Rd ste a100, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 536-8074 hawaiidisabilitylegal.com
Pacific States Legal Group
75-5995 Kuakini Hwy Suite 432, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-2076 konalawyer.com
Ohana Law Firm, LLLC
75-5915 Walua Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 640-1195 ohanalawfirm.com
Law Offices Of Kimberly A. Jackson, LLLC
75-1029 Henry St Suite 102, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4421 kimjacksonlaw.com
Carlsmith Ball LLP
75-5722 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-6464 carlsmith.com
Jung & Vassar
75-5722 Kuakini Hwy #100, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4852 jungvassar.com
Hawaii Trust & Estate Counsel - Kona Office
75-5915 Walua Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 325-4224 hawaiitrustlaw.com
Luminate Law
75-5915 Walua Rd Unit #125, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 892-3370 luminatelaw.com
Kona Law: Fagundes III Joseph
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-9831 konalaw.com
Bankruptcy lawyers in Kailua-Kona help residents and businesses on the Big Island navigate financial distress. Hawaii law allows debtors to use federal bankruptcy exemptions or specific state exemptions like the homestead exemption which protects up to one acre of land. Local attorneys understand the unique economic factors of Kailua-Kona including tourism and real estate markets.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Kailua-Kona Cost?
The cost to hire a bankruptcy lawyer in Hawaii typically ranges from one thousand five hundred to three thousand five hundred dollars for a Chapter 7 case. Chapter 13 cases often cost more because they require more court filings and a repayment plan. Court filing fees are separate and currently three hundred thirty eight dollars for Chapter 7 and three hundred ten dollars for Chapter 13. Costs vary based on the complexity of your case and the attorney you choose. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the income limits for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Hawaii?
To qualify for Chapter 7 in Hawaii you must pass the means test which compares your income to the median income for a similar household size in the state. The median income for a single person in Hawaii is around sixty thousand dollars per year as of 2023. If your income is above this level you may still qualify based on your expenses.
How long does a bankruptcy stay on my credit report in Hawaii?
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy stays on your credit report for ten years from the filing date. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy stays for seven years. You can start rebuilding your credit immediately after your case is discharged.
What property can I keep if I file for bankruptcy in Hawaii?
Hawaii allows you to use either federal exemptions or Hawaii state exemptions. State exemptions include up to thirty thousand dollars in home equity for a single person and up to sixty thousand for a married couple. You can also protect a vehicle up to three thousand dollars and household goods up to seven thousand five hundred dollars.
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