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18 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Hilo, HI
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Showing 18 bankruptcy lawyers in Hilo, HI
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Hawaii Paralegal & Notary Public, LLC.
614 Kilauea Ave Suite 102-29, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 464-4151
Damir Kouliev : Attorney & Counselor at Law
1875 Kalanianaole St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 854-7558 808attorney.com
Ohana Law Firm, LLLC
106 Kamehameha Ave Suite B, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 640-1195 ohanalawfirm.com
Gary C. Zamber, Attorney and Counselor at Law
21 Waianuenue Ave #3, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 969-3600
Law Office of K. Peterson Aoki, LLLC
199 Makaala St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 443-9633 kpetersonlaw.com
The Law Offices of Kathleen Kentish Lucero
159 Hualalai St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 933-1252 lucerolaw.com
Law Offices of Robert Marx
688 Kinoole St #105, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-8988 marx-law.com
Big Island Lawyer
116 Hualalai St # 202, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 896-2821 bigislandlawyer.com
Alcain Naniole & Heflin LLLC
99 Aupuni St #207, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-2410
Stanton Oshiro Law Office
614 Kilauea Ave Ste 6, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-3348
Hawaii Trust & Estate Counsel - Hilo
99 Aupuni St # 201, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 930-6556 hawaiitrustlaw.com
Ted H.S. Hong Attorney at Law, LLLC
101 Aupuni St Suite 1001-A, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 796-5915 tedhonglaw.com
Law Office of Michelle S. K. Oishi, LLLC.
101 Aupuni St #248, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 769-4858
Nakamoto, Okamoto & Yamamoto, Attorneys At Law, A Law Corporation
187 Kapiolani St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-0641 noyhawaii.com
Crudele & De Lima
101 Aupuni St # 133, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 969-7707
Carlsmith Ball LLP
121 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-6644 carlsmith.com
Lockey Legal
56 Ponahawai St, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 746-2900 lockeylegal.com
Law Office of Ramon J. Ferrer
144 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 298-7277
If you live in Hilo on the Big Island and face overwhelming debt a bankruptcy lawyer can help you understand your options. Hawaii law allows you to use federal or state exemptions to protect property like your home under the Hawaii homestead exemption. Local attorneys familiar with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Hawaii can guide you through filing in the Hilo division.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Hilo Cost?
The cost to hire a bankruptcy lawyer in Hilo Hawaii generally ranges from $1,200 to $2,500 for a Chapter 7 filing and from $3,000 to $5,000 for a Chapter 13 case. Court filing fees are separate currently $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13. Some lawyers offer payment plans but you must pay all fees before the case is filed. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the income limits for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Hilo?
To qualify for Chapter 7 in Hawaii you must pass the means test which compares your income to the median income for a Hawaii household of your size. For a single filer the median income is around $60,000 as of 2024 but this amount changes periodically. A Hilo lawyer can calculate your eligibility based on your specific income and expenses.
What property can I keep if I file bankruptcy in Hawaii?
Hawaii allows you to choose between federal exemptions and state exemptions. State exemptions include a homestead exemption up to $30,000 for a single person or $60,000 for a married couple. You can also protect a vehicle up to $3,500 and household goods up to $1,000 per item. A local lawyer can help you select the best exemption system for your situation.
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