Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher stands as a premier Honolulu-based law firm recognized for excellence in real estate law, business transactions, and complex commercial litigation across Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, and international markets. The firm delivers strategic legal representation grounded in deep industry knowledge and a longstanding reputation for achieving favorable outcomes in high-stakes matters.

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher brings together transactional attorneys and litigators to address multifaceted legal challenges with precision and efficiency. This integrated approach allows the firm to craft innovative legal strategies, execute strong negotiations, and pursue effective resolutions, whether through settlement or aggressive courtroom advocacy. Each matter benefits from meticulous preparation and a sharp understanding of both legal and business dynamics.

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher offers extensive experience across key practice areas, including real estate development and transactions, commercial litigation, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, construction law, hotel and resort matters, and international business dealings. The firm is well known for handling complex “bet-the-company” litigation and delivering practical, business-focused solutions while safeguarding client interests.

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher is distinguished by industry-leading recognitions, including Martindale-Hubbell’s® AV Preeminent® rating and consistent Tier 1 rankings in 26 specialties by Best Law Firms® since 2010. The firm has earned Benchmark Litigation’s “Hawaii Litigation Firm of the Year” honors for 2020–2022 and 2024–2026, along with repeated “Highly Recommended” status since 2011. Attorneys have received 45 recognitions in The Best Lawyers in America®, multiple “Lawyers of the Year” awards (2011–2026), and Top 25 Hawaii Super Lawyers® distinctions.

Starn O’Toole Marcus & Fisher maintains a strong global presence through TerraLex and SCG Legal, providing access to more than 31,000 attorneys worldwide. This expansive reach enhances the firm’s ability to deliver sophisticated, confidential, and client-centered legal counsel across jurisdictions while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and ethical advocacy.