Business Details
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Honolulu
Kleintop & Luria is a premier family law firm based in Honolulu, Hawaii, with a legacy of delivering exceptional legal representation across Oahu and the Hawaiian Islands. Our attorneys combine over a century of collective litigation experience with a client-centered approach, specializing in complex family law matters such as divorce, property division, child custody, and retirement plan allocations. Recognized nationally for excellence, our team includes partners honored by The Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers, reflecting our commitment to integrity and results-driven advocacy.We prioritize personalized service, traveling to neighboring islands and offering bilingual support to meet client needs. Our unique team approach ensures comprehensive legal strategies tailored to protect clients' interests, whether through litigation, mediation, or alternative dispute resolution.
Services
Divorce Representation
Property Division
Child Custody Advocacy
Retirement Plan Orders
Prenuptial Agreements
Postnuptial Agreements
Child Support Cases
Adoption Services
Mediation Services
Arbitration Representation
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of combined litigation experience in Hawaii family law.
- Our attorneys are recognized by The Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers.
- We employ a unique team approach to complex family law cases.
- We provide alternative dispute resolution services including mediation and arbitration.
- Our firm offers bilingual (English/Japanese) legal representation for client convenience.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated
- Super Lawyers
- The Best Lawyers in America
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys handle contested and uncontested divorces involving complex financial assets and child custody issues. We protect client interests through litigation or mediation while prioritizing emotional well-being. Our team's 100+ years of combined experience ensures strategic resolution of property division, alimony, and parenting plans.
Property Division
We resolve disputes over marital asset division including real estate, businesses, and investment accounts. Our lawyers apply Hawaii's equitable distribution laws while addressing hidden assets and valuation challenges. We negotiate fair settlements or litigate when necessary to protect client financial interests.
Retirement Plan Orders
Our firm prepares Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) for ERISA plans, military pensions, and federal civil service benefits. We ensure proper division of retirement assets during divorce while maintaining compliance with complex federal regulations governing these accounts.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft enforceable premarital agreements protecting individual assets and defining financial responsibilities. Our customized contracts address property rights, spousal support, and inheritance provisions while meeting Hawaii's legal requirements for validity.
Child Custody Advocacy
We advocate for custody arrangements prioritizing children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our services include developing visitation schedules, addressing relocation issues, and modifying existing orders to reflect changing family circumstances.
People
Charles T. Kleintop
Managing Partner
AV-rated attorney with Super Lawyers recognition, specializing in complex divorce cases and child custody matters. Clerkship experience with Hawaii Supreme Court justices and extensive arbitration practice.
Timothy Luria
Partner
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America, focusing on property division and retirement plan orders. Served as arbitrator for Hawaii Court Annexed Arbitration Program with emphasis on equitable asset distribution.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce, property division, child custody, retirement plan orders, prenuptial agreements, adoptions, and alternative dispute resolution across Hawaii.
How experienced are your attorneys?
Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined litigation experience and are recognized by Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America.
Do you handle cases outside Honolulu?
Yes, we represent clients across Oahu and all Hawaiian neighbor islands, including Maui, Kauai, and Hawaii Island.
Can you assist with military retirement division?
Yes, we prepare orders dividing military retirement benefits, ERISA plans, and federal civil service pensions.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide alternative dispute resolution through mediation and arbitration for family law matters.
Is bilingual support available?
Yes, we have a Japanese-speaking attorney to assist clients with language-specific legal needs.
