Business Details
Your Trusted Maui Legal Team for Bankruptcy, Family Law & Criminal Defense
Cain and Herren is a leading law firm in Maui, Hawaii, dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services with a client-centered approach. Our team of experienced attorneys specializes in bankruptcy, family law, criminal defense, business law, estate planning, and real estate law, offering tailored solutions to meet individual client needs. With decades of collective legal experience, we prioritize transparency, ethical representation, and personalized advocacy to protect our clients' rights. Our firm is known for its compassionate approach, earning the reputation as 'The Attorneys With Heart.' We serve all Hawaiian islands, providing free consultations for bankruptcy cases and ensuring accessible, cost-effective legal support.Our attorneys bring extensive trial experience and a deep understanding of local legal systems to every case, whether representing individuals in domestic disputes, defending criminal charges, or guiding businesses through complex legal matters. We are committed to community service and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring clients receive strategic, results-driven legal counsel.
Services
Bankruptcy
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Business Law
Personal Injury
Contract Drafting
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of collective legal experience in Maui and beyond
- Comprehensive services across 8+ legal practice areas
- Personalized, client-centered advocacy with free bankruptcy consultations
- Largest law firm on Maui with a proven track record of success
- Attorneys with prosecutorial and specialized trial experience
What people say
'Won every case'
'Attorneys with Heart'
'Saved hundreds of thousands'
'Competent and thorough'
'Community-oriented team'
Services
Bankruptcy
Our bankruptcy attorneys specialize in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings, helping clients achieve financial fresh starts through debt discharge or structured repayment plans. We handle complex cases including adversary proceedings, lien avoidance, and tax debt resolution while providing free initial consultations. With extensive experience in consumer bankruptcy, we guide clients through exemptions, foreclosure defense, and loan modifications to protect assets and rebuild credit.
Family Law
We represent clients in divorce, child custody, support disputes, and prenuptial agreements with compassionate yet assertive advocacy. Our team handles complex family law matters including property division, restraining orders, and post-divorce modifications. By combining legal expertise with understanding of emotional challenges, we work to protect clients' parental rights and financial interests while minimizing conflict through negotiation or litigation when necessary.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense attorneys defend against felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI, domestic violence, drug offenses, and white-collar crimes. With former prosecutorial experience, we develop strategic defenses for cases ranging from traffic violations to high-profile criminal trials. We protect clients' rights during investigations, plea negotiations, and courtroom proceedings while emphasizing proactive defense strategies to minimize long-term consequences.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance healthcare directives to ensure asset distribution according to clients' wishes. Our services cover probate administration, tax planning, and guardianship arrangements while addressing unique Hawaii-specific considerations. By combining legal expertise with personalized consultations, we help families protect inheritances, establish healthcare directives, and implement strategies for minimizing estate taxes and administrative costs.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate attorneys handle residential and commercial transactions, foreclosure defense, and loan modifications. We assist with property disputes, title issues, and landlord-tenant conflicts while providing guidance on purchase agreements and development projects. With local legal knowledge, we represent clients in navigating Hawaii's unique real estate regulations, ensuring proper documentation and protection of property rights throughout the islands.
People
David W. Cain
Partner
Honors graduate of Ohio State University and New England School of Law with 20+ years of legal experience in Boston and Maui. Specializes in bankruptcy and consumer protection law.
Benard M. Herren
Partner
University of Iowa College of Law graduate with 20 years of legal experience, including 13 years as Alaska prosecutor. Focuses on criminal defense and family law matters.
Valerie B. McKelvey
Attorney
William S. Richardson School of Law graduate with expertise in criminal, family, and business law. Former Deputy Prosecuting Attorney with additional experience in labor law and government relations.
Questions
What areas of law does Cain and Herren specialize in?
We specialize in bankruptcy, family law, criminal defense, estate planning, real estate law, business law, and personal injury cases across Hawaii.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for bankruptcy cases and offer flexible payment options for other legal services.
What makes your firm different?
We combine decades of legal experience with personalized service, offering comprehensive solutions from our team of five attorneys and 13 staff members.
Do you serve all Hawaiian islands?
Yes, our legal services extend across Maui, Oahu, Kauai, Big Island, and all other Hawaiian islands.
Can you help with contract drafting?
Yes, our contract services include drafting, review, and negotiation of leases, sales agreements, business contracts, and more.
