Nominate Hawai‘i’s Top Attorneys for Business — Deadline March 20

Hawai‘i’s business community relies on exceptional legal minds to navigate complex deals, disputes and regulations. Now it’s time to recognize the attorneys who make that work possible.

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Hawaii Business Magazine is accepting nominations for Top Attorneys for Business 2026, a special feature publishing in our June 2026 issue. This program highlights outstanding legal professionals who are making a meaningful impact on businesses across the Islands. 

We invite firms and colleagues to nominate attorneys who demonstrate excellence in their field, leadership within their firms and industries, and a commitment to serving Hawai‘i’s community. 

Categories include: 

  • Corporate & M&A 
  • Business Litigation 
  • Commercial Transactions & Finance 
  • Employment (Management-Side) 
  • Intellectual Property 
  • Commercial Real Estate 
  • Business Bankruptcy & Restructuring 
  • Tax (Corporate) 
  • Regulatory & Compliance 
  • Antitrust & Competition 
  • International Business 
  • Industry-Specific Business Counsel (e.g., healthcare, tech, franchise, cannabis) 
  • Cybersecurity 

Nominees should be senior-level attorneys actively practicing at a Hawai‘i-based law firm and making notable contributions to the business community. 

Firm Nomination Limits 

To ensure broad representation, firms may submit nominations based on firm size: 

  • 1–11 attorneys: 1 nomination 
  • 12–24 attorneys: Up to 2 nominations 
  • 25–49 attorneys: Up to 3 nominations 
  • 50–74 attorneys: Up to 4 nominations 
  • 75+ attorneys: Up to 5 nominations 

Please note: Each nominee must be submitted separately. 

Know an attorney who stands out?

Submit your nomination today. 

Deadline: March 20, 2026