Goodsill

Goodsill has built a reputation for more than a century as one of Hawai‘i’s premier law firms, delivering trusted counsel rooted in legal excellence and ethical advocacy. With deep ties to the local community and strong connections across the Pacific Rim, the firm combines a keen understanding of Hawai‘i’s unique legal landscape with the ability to serve international clients. From shaping precedent-setting litigation to guiding businesses through complex transactions, the firm is dedicated to advancing client priorities with precision and care.

Goodsill attorneys approach every matter with thorough preparation and strategic representation. The firm’s more than 50 lawyers draw on diverse experience to craft tailored solutions that balance innovative strategies with proven legal principles. Clients value this individualized approach, which focuses on practical outcomes and long-term success while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity.

Goodsill provides comprehensive services across a wide spectrum of practice areas. The firm is highly regarded for litigation and dispute resolution, labor and employment law, environmental compliance, and commercial real estate. Additional strengths include bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, insurance coverage, trusts and estates, and business law. This range of practice, combined with industry-specific knowledge in areas such as banking, healthcare, tourism, and education, allows the firm to deliver exceptional value and insight.

Goodsill is also a proud member of the Pacific Rim Advisory Council, joining an elite network of top-tier firms worldwide. This affiliation enhances the firm’s international reach, particularly for clients conducting business in Japan and throughout Asia. Recognition by leading legal publications underscores the firm’s standing as a trusted advisor, while ongoing commitment to pro bono service reflects its dedication to the broader community.

Goodsill remains steadfast in its mission to provide high-quality legal counsel that protects confidentiality and advances client goals. By pairing local knowledge with global perspective, the firm offers representation that is both deeply personal and strategically impactful. Whether addressing a sensitive dispute or advising on complex business ventures, the firm ensures each client receives thoughtful, results-driven advocacy.