Justin Y. D. Tsai, Criminal Defense Attorney in Honolulu, Hawaii

Justin concentrates on criminal defense, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Justin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• General

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• Insurance

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Justin's primary office is at Pacific Guardian Center, Makai Tower, Suite 2400, 1 Unknown, Honolulu, HI, 96813. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Justin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Justin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Justin for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Justin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Justin offer a free consultation?

  Justin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Justin's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Hawaii typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Justin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Justin take my case if I'm outside Honolulu?

  Justin 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 — Justin 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 Justin?

  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. Justin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Justin accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Justin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.