Cades Schutte is proud to announce our new partner Darene K. Matsuoka effective January 1, 2026. Darene is a member of Cades Schutte’s Litigation Department. Her practice focuses on complex real estate, land use, and water resources disputes across Hawaiʻi. She represents clients in high-stakes litigation and administrative proceedings, including matters before state and federal trial and appellate courts and regulatory agencies. Her practice frequently involves issues at the intersection of litigation, regulatory process, and community engagement, requiring collaboration with clients, regulators, technical experts, and stakeholders. She has been recognized by Hawaiʻi Business Magazine as a 2025 Emerging Legal Star and listed in Best Lawyers^® Ones to Watch since 2023.