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What the Team is Known For

Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher has a highly regarded legal team operating out of Honolulu. Its thriving bench of litigators is well versed in complex cases involving product liability, shareholder and personal injury disputes, among others. The firm demonstrates a significant focus on property-related environmental and construction litigation, with considerable further strength in class actions. It is active in state and federal court cases in Hawaii and on the US mainland, with additional expertise in trusts and estates cases and professional malpractice disputes.

Strengths

SOMF is comprised of very talented litigators who have a keen strategic sense. The work product is exceptional and they attorneys are consistently responsive to client needs and inquiries.

The firm was an amazing advocate for us and clearly demonstrated their knowledge in the area and their exceptional advocacy.

All of the lawyers quickly respond to client inquires, maintain regular communication on important issues, and provide excellent client service

The firm has an extremely effective and professional team of attorneys. They developed a thorough understanding of the matters in question and effectively defended our positions

Notable practitioners

Terence O'Toole is a market-leading attorney whose extensive civil disputes practice draws on impressive trial experience.
 

He's an outstanding legal strategist, who sees the big picture and can evaluate a case very well, posture for best resolution.

Sharon Lovejoy maintains a broad litigation practice, which includes commercial disputes and real estate suits. She has further expertise in handling contentious tax matters and class actions.
 

Sharon is excellent at interfacing with opposing counsel, clients, and experts. She is an experienced litigator and a valuable leader in the firm.

 

Sharon is an outstanding litigator.

Doug Chin is noted for his wide-ranging disputes expertise, including commercial and municipal litigation.
 

He's an excellent, plugged-in lawyer who knows his way in court. He showed reliably good judgment throughout the case.

Stephanie Thompson possesses key expertise on litigation mandates, including IP and contractual disputes. She also maintains a significant pro bono practice.
Andrew Lautenbach is acknowledged for his handling of wide-ranging civil disputes, to which he brings notable trial experience. He is adept at representing both plaintiffs and defendants.
 

He's an exceptional litigator with strong strategic sense. He;s a very good writer, researcher, and presenter - he's a total package attorney.

Judith Pavey regularly handles personal injury and professional malpractice claims, as well as broader commercial disputes. Her experience includes representation of state entities.
Trevor Brown offers expertise in both civil litigation and corporate transactions, including restructurings. He has notable experience handling appellate mandates.
 

He's the best attorney I have ever worked with.

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Litigation: General Commercial

Terence J O'Toole
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Sharon V. Lovejoy
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Doug Chin
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Stephanie Thompson
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Andrew J Lautenbach
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Judith A. Pavey
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Trevor A. Brown
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