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Find Employment Lawyers Near You in Hilo, HI

Directory of employment lawyers in Hilo, Hawaii. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.

10 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Hilo, HI
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Showing 10 employment lawyers in Hilo, HI Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Damir Kouliev : Attorney & Counselor at Law
1875 Kalanianaole St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 854-7558 808attorney.com
Ohana Law Firm, LLLC
106 Kamehameha Ave Suite B, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 640-1195 ohanalawfirm.com
Mattoch & Kirley, LLLC
64 Keawe St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 969-3302 mattochkirley.com
Gary C. Zamber, Attorney and Counselor at Law
21 Waianuenue Ave #3, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 969-3600
Law Office of K. Peterson Aoki, LLLC
199 Makaala St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 443-9633 kpetersonlaw.com
The Law Offices of Kathleen Kentish Lucero
159 Hualalai St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 933-1252 lucerolaw.com
Big Island Lawyer
116 Hualalai St # 202, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 896-2821 bigislandlawyer.com
Ted H.S. Hong Attorney at Law, LLLC
101 Aupuni St Suite 1001-A, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 796-5915 tedhonglaw.com
Crudele & De Lima
101 Aupuni St # 133, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 969-7707
Torkildson Katz, A Law Corporation
120 Pauahi St # 312, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-0406 torkildson.com

Employment lawyers in Hilo, Hawaii assist workers and employers with issues like wrongful termination, harassment, and unpaid wages. Hawaii law provides additional protections under the Hawaii Employment Practices Act, which covers many employers with one or more employees. Local attorneys understand the unique challenges of the Big Island labor market.

What Does a Employment Lawyer in Hilo Cost?

Many employment lawyers in Hawaii charge an hourly rate between $250 and $500 per hour. Some may work on a contingency fee basis, taking a percentage of any settlement or award, typically 25 to 40 percent. Initial consultations are often free. Costs vary by case complexity and location. This is general information, 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 types of cases do employment lawyers in Hilo handle?
They handle wrongful termination, discrimination based on race or gender, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and retaliation. Hawaii law also covers claims for unpaid leave under the Hawaii Family Leave Law.
How long do I have to file a claim in Hawaii?
For discrimination claims under state law, you must file with the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission within 180 days of the incident. For federal claims under Title VII, the deadline is 300 days. Deadlines vary by claim type.