John D. Yamane

John D. Yamane is a highly experienced personal injury attorney based in Honolulu, Hawaii, and a valued member of Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner. Since 1981, he has represented clients injured due to the negligence of others, working tirelessly to help them recover the compensation they deserve. With more than four decades of legal experience, John has handled over 25 criminal and civil jury trials. He is known for his strong courtroom presence and focus on helping injured individuals resolve their cases effectively and fairly. John’s mission is to help clients move forward with confidence after a serious accident or injury by securing full and fair compensation.

John earned his J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law in 1978. He also holds a B.A. from the University of Washington, which he completed in 1975.

John began his legal career as a law clerk for Judge Liem Tuai of the Seattle Superior Court after law school. He then returned to Hawaii and joined the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, where he assisted victims of crime and gained valuable trial experience. Since transitioning into private practice, John has continued to serve the people of Hawaii, helping them navigate the complex legal system after injuries caused by car accidents, unsafe property conditions, or other acts of negligence.

John D. Yamane is committed to putting his clients’ needs first. He takes the time to understand their cases, explains their options, and fights for the best results. His dedication to legal excellence has earned him recognition by Super Lawyers®, Best Lawyers®, and a BV® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®. He is also a member of the American Association for Justice, Consumer Lawyers of Hawaii, and the Hawaii State Bar Association. John is proud to represent individuals across Hawaii in personal injury matters with honesty, skill, and compassion.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal Attorney, Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Consumer Lawyers of Hawaii
• Member, Hawaii State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Hawaii

Education

• University of Washington School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Washington
  Bachelor of Arts

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