Gavin K. Doi - Honolulu, HI
Attorney at Doi/Luke, Attorneys at Law, LLLC
Divorce Lawyers in Honolulu, HI
1600 Kapiolani Blvd Suite 1300 Honolulu, HI 96814
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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31
Years
Experience
Honolulu Divorce Lawyer
Updated: 10/21/2026
Areas of Practice
- Divorce
- Paternity
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Premarital and Postmarital Agreements
- Restraining Orders
Litigation: 70%
Attorney Information
Overview
Gavin K. Doi is a founding partner at Doi/Luke, where he combines his deep-rooted passion for family law with a commitment to justice and community service. Born and reared in Honolulu, Hawaii, Gavin graduated from McKinley High School before pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Reed College in Portland, Oregon. He later earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver College of Law, equipping him with the legal expertise to advocate in the family law field.
With a background that includes working with the Child Support Enforcement Agency and the AmeriCorps Domestic Violence Clinic, as well as interning with the late U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye, Gavin has dedicated his career to helping others. His commitment to pro bono work shines through his volunteer efforts with Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii and the Hawaii State Bar Association, where he strives to make legal assistance accessible to all.
In 2013, Gavin K. Doi co-authored the book Child Custody Litigation and Settlements (Aspatore Books/Thomson West), contributing his insight in navigating child custody cases. His professional affiliations include membership in the Hawaii State Bar Association, the HSBA Family Law Section, and the American Bar Association. Gavin’s dedication to the legal profession has not gone unnoticed; he was honored with the 2002 Justice Award by the Hawaii State Bar Association and recognized by the Hawaii Access to Justice Commission in 2012 for his service to the community.
Gavin’s extensive experience encompasses divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, premarital and postmarital agreements, and restraining orders. He has been recognized by his fellow lawyers, being named in The Best Lawyers in America (2020-2025), SuperLawyers (2023-2025), and Honolulu Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Hawaii (2020-2025). With a “Distinguished” rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a rating of 10 out of 10 on Avvo, and membership in the Hawaii State Bar Association and the American Bar Association, Gavin K. Doi is a trusted advocate in family law.
In his free time, Gavin K. Doi takes orders from his wife and two daughters, and debates novel prenuptial agreement clauses with himself. He can be e-mailed at: gkdoi@islandlawyers.com.
Awards and Honors
Awards
Honors
- The Best Lawyers in America©, 2020 - 2023
- Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers, 2023 - 2026
- The Best Lawyers in Hawaii, Honolulu Magazine, 2024
- Avvo rating of 10 out of 10
- Recognition, Best Lawyers in America, 2020 - 2024
- BV - Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell, 2008 - 2015
- Commendation -- Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney, House of Representatives, State of Hawaii, 2012
- Outstanding Pro Bono Service, Hawaii Access to Justice Commission, 2012
- Mayor's Award of Achievement, Mayor of Honolulu, Mufi Hannemann, 2008
- Na Loio Pu'uwai Aloha Award, Volunteer Legal Services of Hawaii, 2008
- Na Loio Ho'ono'o Hana Award, Volunteer Legal Services of Hawaii, 2007
- Justice Award, Hawaii State Bar Association, 2002
Other Sources of Feedback About Gavin K. Doi
Included on the 2026 Hawaii Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Hawaii Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Hawaii Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Hawaii Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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University of Denver College of Law, Denver, Colorado, May, 1995
Juris Doctorate
Non Legal Education
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Reed College, Portland, Oregon, May, 1990
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Political Science - McKinley High School
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner, since 1995
Past Positions
- Doi Luke & Miyatake, Attorneys at Law, LLLC, Attorney/Partner, 1999 - 2011
- Doi & Miyatake, Attorneys at Law, Attorney/Partner, 1995 - 1999
- Dept. of the Corporation Counsel, City & County of Honolulu, Law Clerk, 1994
- The Hon. Wendell K. Huddy, Judge, First Circuit Court, State of Hawaii, Law Clerk, 1993
Classes and Seminars
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Hope for the Best, Plan for the Worst - Why Your Clients Need a Prenup, 2026
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Family Law Section meeting, Premarital and Postmarital Agreements, 2021
- Developing Options to Violence, Domestic Violence & Divorce, 2000 - 2001
Pro Bono Activities
- Hawaii State Bar Association, 1995 - Present
- Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii, 1995 - Present
- Volunteer Guardian Ad Litem Program
Published Works
Articles
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Child Custody Litigation and Settlements, Aspatore Books/Thomson West, 2013
A book for legal practitioners, providing guidance on child custody strategies from experienced attorneys. Gavin authored the chapter "Working with Your Client Towards a Successful Child Custody Case." -
What You Need to Know If You Decide to Go Out on Your Own Where Should I Set Up Shop?, 2003
Bar Admissions
- Hawaii, 1995
- U.S. District Court District of Hawaii, 1995
Other Affiliations
- Hawaii State Bar Association (Member)
- HSBA, Family Law Section (Member)
- American Bar Association
- Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, 2025 - Present (Member)
- Court Annexed Arbitration Program, State of Hawaii, 2005 - Present (Volunteer Arbitrator)
- Maui County Bar Association
Photo
Contact
1600 Kapiolani Blvd
Suite 1300
Honolulu, HI 96814
Phone Number: 808-379-3585
Email: Send a message
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm; other times by appointment
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