Ryan K. Hew

Ryan K. Hew is a business attorney and partner at Hew & Bordenave LLP. He focuses on serving small- and medium-sized business owners across Hawaii with practical legal solutions tailored to their needs. His work includes forming business entities such as LLCs and corporations, obtaining licenses and permits, protecting intellectual property, and reviewing and drafting customized contracts. He also provides guidance in succession planning, helping family-owned businesses transition to the next generation or transfer ownership to partners. From startup to wind-down, Ryan supports business owners through every stage of their business lifecycle.

Ryan earned his J.D. and M.B.A. from Gonzaga University School of Law and holds a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania. This combined legal and business training enables him to balance legal risk with practical business considerations, helping clients make informed decisions that align with their goals. Licensed in Hawaii, he is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court of Hawaii.

With over 14 years of experience, Ryan has represented clients across diverse industries, including construction, healthcare, consulting, retail, hospitality, real estate, distribution, media, and nonprofit organizations. He also has extensive experience helping nonprofits obtain tax-exempt status. In addition to advising businesses, he volunteers with programs such as Business Law Corps, Boots to Business, and the Patsy T. Mink Center for Business and Leadership. Through outreach and training, he teaches entrepreneurs—including veterans, minorities, and women—about business law. He also creates free educational content on business law topics, including LLCs versus corporations, compliance laws, and brand protection.

Ryan K. Hew is active in professional organizations, having served as President of the Hawaii State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division and as a Fellow of the HSBA Leadership Institute. His career reflects a strong commitment to supporting Hawaii’s business community by combining legal expertise, business insight, and a passion for education.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Hew & Bordenave LLP
• Former Attorney, Ryan K. Hew, Attorney at Law, LLLC
• Past President, Hawaii State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
• Former Fellow, Hawaii State Bar Association Leadership Institute
• Member, Hawaii State Bar Association
• Member, Business Law Corps

Licensed State

• Hawaii

Education

• Gonzaga University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Gonzaga University
  Master of Business (M.B.A.)
• University of Pennsylvania
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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