James T. Leavitt, Jr., Car Accidents Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
Over 60 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatLeavitt, Yamane & Soldner
Honolulu, HI
Practicing car accidents in Honolulu since 1966.
- 60+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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James T. Leavitt, Jr. is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. James has over 60 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Honolulu, HI
- Experience
- over 60 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Honolulu, HI.
- Over 60 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About James T. Leavitt, Jr.: James T. Leavitt, Jr. is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. James has over 60 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by James T. Leavitt, Jr.
James concentrates on car accidents, personal injury, product liability, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
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Slip & Fall
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Car Accidents cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
James takes car accidents matters in Honolulu, Hawaii. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
James takes personal injury matters in Honolulu, Hawaii. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
James takes product liability matters in Honolulu, Hawaii. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Honolulu, Hawaii
James takes slip & fall matters in Honolulu, Hawaii. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Biography
About James T. Leavitt, Jr. — Over 60 years of Hawaii car accidents experience
James T. Leavitt, Jr. is a member based in Honolulu, HI. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. James has over 60 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
James Leavitt is the founder of Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. After more than 50 years leading the firm, he recently stepped back from day-to-day case responsibilities and continues with the firm as senior counsel.
From 1972 — when he started the firm — to today, Jim Leavitt’s compassion for people and depth of legal knowledge has helped guide Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner to its preeminent position among Hawaii’s injury law firms.
Mr. Leavitt came to Hawaii in 1968 as a U.S. Marine Corps captain assigned to the Judge Adjutant General’s office at Pearl Harbor. After completing his service in 1970, he joined Hawaii’s fledgling Public Defenders Office. Established that year to safeguard the individual rights of those accused of crimes, the office grew to become the largest criminal defense organization in the State of Hawaii.
As a Honolulu injury lawyer, he has demonstrated a deep commitment to helping people who have been seriously injured seek justice and obtain maximum recoveries for their injuries. Over the years, his understanding of Hawaii law and local practices helped him obtain favorable outcomes for his many clients.
You can catch Jim riding the waves in his spare time.
Mr. Leavitt’s professional recognition as a trial lawyer includes:
• “AV” ® rating (highest rating for ability and ethics) by Martindale-Hubbell®, the original lawyer-rating service, which he maintained for more than 30 years
• Past Board Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Past President, Hawaii Association of Justice
• Recognized among “Super Lawyers” ®
• Recognized among Best Lawyers®
James's approach to car accidents cases
James Leavitt is the founder of Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. After more than 50 years leading the firm, he recently stepped back from day-to-day case responsibilities and continues with the firm as senior counsel. From 1972 — when he started the firm — to today, Jim Leavitt’s compassion for people and depth of legal knowledge has helped guide Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner to its preeminent position…
The kind of cases James takes
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, personal injury, and product liability matters in Honolulu and the surrounding Hawaii area.
Credentials
James T. Leavitt, Jr.'s legal education and bar admissions
University of Michigan Law School
J.D. · 1966
Dartmouth College
A.B. English · 1963
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
Hawaii
1970 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Milita
1967 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1966 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and A.B. English in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and A.B. English in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Hawaii is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of James T. Leavitt, Jr.
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
James's professional memberships and bar associations
Hawaii State Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Hawaii Association for Justice
membership
Locations
James T. Leavitt, Jr.'s office in Honolulu
James's primary office is at 737 Bishop Street, Suite 1740, Honolulu, HI, 96813. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner
737 Bishop Street, Suite 1740
Honolulu, HI 96813
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Client reviews of James T. Leavitt, Jr. — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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5.0
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How to hire James T. Leavitt, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James T. Leavitt, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire James for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Hawaii typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Honolulu?
James is licensed in Hawaii. Matters governed by Hawaii law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — James will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with James?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new car accidents clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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