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Ms. Ferrer, former partner at Nakamoto & Ferrer, opened her own practice in Family Law on February 1, 2019. As a Family Law attorney, Ms. Ferrer has a unique depth of knowledge about Hawai'i’s Family Court. After graduating in 2014 from the William S. Richardson School of Law, Ms. Ferrer served as a law clerk to the Honorable R. Mark Browning, then Senior Judge of Family Court and Deputy Chief Judge of the First Circuit. As Judge Browning’s law clerk, Ms. Ferrer assisted in the administration of over 500 employees and the numerous programs and court proceedings of the Family Court, including juvenile probation programs, a youth detention facility, and proceedings involving juveniles charged with crimes, unsupervised minors, adoptions, guardianships of minors and disabled adults, abused and neglected children, domestic abuse, divorcing families with alimony, property division and child custody issues, and never-married families with child custody disputes. After concluding her clerkship in 2016, Ms. Ferrer became an associate attorney for the Law Office Of Mei Nakamoto. In May 2018, the Law Office Of Mei Nakamoto transitioned to Nakamoto & Ferrer, with Ms. Ferrer as a named partner.. During law school, Ms. Ferrer was a pro bono volunteer with the Family Court’s Ho‘olokahi program, which assists parents who have children subjected to abuse or neglect. She also helped establish Law for Youth Empowerment (also known as LYtE), a law student organization designed to educate and advocate for incarcerated and at-risk youth in Hawai'i. In addition, Ms. Ferrer also served as an extern with the family law division of the Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i, where she assisted LASH attorneys and staff with indigent adults who needed assistance with divorce, child custody and domestic abuse protection needs.. A 2006 graduate of Punahou School and 2010 graduate of the University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Ms. Ferrer was admitted to the Hawai‘i State Bar Association in November 2014. She is licensed to practice in all courts in the State of Hawai‘i.. Ms. Ferrer is also currently a member of Hawai‘i Women Lawyers organization, serves on the board of directors for the Hawai‘i Filipino Lawyers Association, and is an officer for the Child Law Section of the Hawai‘i State Bar Association.

Adrienne Sepaniak King was born the oldest of four, in Detroit Michigan.  Her father was an aeronautical engineer and a Professor at the University of Detroit School of Engineering.  Her mother was a businesswoman and homemaker.  Adrienne graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the U of D in 1969 with a major in biology and minor in chemistry.  Her mother, whose late brother had been a lawyer in Detroit, suggested she go to law school. There were very few women in law schools at the time, but the tide was slowly turning.. Adrienne was one of only two women who were accepted in the first year class in the fall of 1969. Adrienne found she loved the ideas and problem solving skills inherent in the study of law. She was selected to serve on the law review as Articles Editor, the first woman to do so. She published in the school’s Journal of Urban Law November 1971 issue, an article entitled “Busing,  a Permissible Tool of School Desegregation. She was the first and only woman in her law school to be part of a Law Enforcement Assistance Administration grant to intern for the Wayne County Detroit Prosecutor’s office. She interned there for over a year, notably working under Patricia Boyle who later became a justice on the Michigan Supreme Court.  Her dual science and law background resulted in her being solicited to volunteer intern for Life of the Land, the environmental action group formed in Hawaii soon after President Nixon’s creation of the Environmental Protection Agency.. Adrienne, taking after her adventurous grandparents, all four of whom left their native Poland for the U. S. before WWI, landed in Hawaii in May 1972, two weeks after graduation, not knowing a soul. Taking two bar exams that summer, the first in Hawaii, the second a month later in Michigan, she commenced working (for under $12,000/year), for the Honolulu Prosecutor’s office. She was the third woman hired. Those were exciting times to be working in the Honolulu Prosecutor’s office Adrienne recalls.  Hawaii was a happening place, which had achieved statehood only 13 years before. It was like being in a foreign country that wasn’t, with ideas and people of such variety and promise and energy in sharp contrast to the stagnation of Detroit. Criminally, the  “underworld” in Hawaii was in its heyday, with shootings and killings making front page news every other day, which made coming to work more fun than work. Starting out in traffic court, she was soon trying hundreds of misdemeanor cases, working up to trying over 3 dozen felony jury trials to verdict, with an over 75% conviction rate. She was the first woman in Hawaii to try a murder case. She obtained a conviction as charged. She was the first woman made “team captain” for Circuit Court felony cases with oversight responsibility for dozens of cases of those deputies assigned to work on her team.. She left the Prosecutor’s office in 1976 to work for the City Corporation Counsel’s office. There, she handled more cases than she could count, and took over 2 dozen cases to trial obtaining verdicts in the City’s favor in almost 90% of those cases. She was the first woman to be named Assistant Chief of the Trials Division, when she left in 1985 to go into private practice with her husband, Samuel P. King, Jr.  Except for a brief return to the city as the first, and to this day, the only woman Chief of the Trials Division from 1990-1993, Adrienne and Sam have practiced together as King & King focusing on family law, limited personal injury and criminal defense cases.  She has successfully defended people charged with murder, rape, conspiracy, and theft in state and federal court.

I work closely with my clients, emphasizing the importance of the client's participation and presentation of their case in both litigation and mediation settings.  This is an essential part of my work and it helps me provide quality representation.. Ellen B. Politano is accredited by Hawaii's Better Business Bureau.

GREGORY L. RYAN Greg Ryan has been zealously protecting and fighting for clients' rights for over a decade.  Mr. Ryan practices in the areas of Hawaii Divorce & Family Law, and Hawaii Civil Litigation, including Hawaii Real Estate and Hawaii Construction Litigation, and Military Law.  Mr. Ryan is licensed to practice law in the States of Hawaii and California, and he is a member of the Hawaii State Bar Association, California State Bar Association, and the American Bar Association.

I have practiced family law exclusively since 2007, and specialized in divorce law, with an emphasis on child custody, child support, relocation, property division, alimony, retirement, and premarital and marital agreements.  I also handle paternity, adoption, and guardianship cases.

I have been licensed to practice law for 41 years.  My family moved to Waimea full time in 1968, while I was still in high school.  I remained in Honolulu to finish up at Punahou. After college and law school, I practiced Water Law in Colorado, then Admiralty Law in Honolulu.  I moved to Waimea in 1986.

At Faulhaber Family Law, LLC, we empower you to understand and use the law to your benefit. The law is a tool that can help you meet your needs. Our attorneys will guide you throughout your case, providing the knowledge, skill and confidence you need during a tumultuous time.Attorney Tamar Faulhaber has successfully represented clients facing divorce and other family law issues since 1993. She is an AV Preeminent-rated* attorney who has earned the respect of judges and colleagues, many of whom turn to her with questions about the law. More importantly, our clients come to regard us as an integral part of the process of restoring order to their lives.

Ms. Kresky is a partner at Law Office of Caroline Kresky where she represents high net worth individuals in complex domestic relations matters (divorce, equitable division, custody, modifications, paternity, legitimation, grandparent rights, domestic violence, contempt, post-divorce litigation, and trust/estate litigation).  She also drafts and litigates pre and post nuptial agreements. She has substantial experience in the management of complex and high dollar business and intellectual property litigation.. She has been lead counsel in a wide variety of cases. She has first chair jury and non-jury experience and has handled numerous mediations and arbitrations.. Ms. Kresky has written, edited, taught, and spoken on family law matters, discovery and civil procedure issues, and torts.. Ms. Kresky graduated cum laude from Emory University School of Law where she was elected to Order of the Coif. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Colby College where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. She earned a masters degree in political science at Columbia University before entering law school.. Ms. Kresky has enjoyed an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell for more than 25years.  She currently has a 5 out of 5 rating.  Reviews from a judge say, "Outstanding professional; ethical and brillant." Another review notes "Excellent legal skills, good mentor, have referred work to her on several occasions."  Ms. Kresky is also a Superlawyer and a Georgia Trend Legal Elite Lawyer.

I provide expert, compassionate, and individualized representation of clients going through divorces or other family law matters.  My mission is to guide my clients through these difficult times of transition with the goal of minimizing the negative impact of such proceedings on the children and achieving a fair and reasonable result as quickly, inexpensively and amicably as possible.

Jeannine completed her B.A. Degree in Public Relations and Journalism at Georgia State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. As an undergraduate student Jeannine worked full time and was recognized as a faculty scholar, made Georgia State University Dean’s List five semesters and received the Intern of the Year Award for the Communications Department. During and after she earned her undergraduate degree, Jeannine honed her advocacy skills as a grassroots coordinator for Georgia Watch, a nonprofit consumer advocacy organization. As such, she assisted consumers in resolving disputes with businesses and gave informative public lectures on consumer protection issues around the State.. Focused on litigation and advocacy, Jeannine returned to Georgia State University to earn her Juris Doctorate Degree, from which she graduated Cum Laude. Jeannine further developed her her litigation skills during law school by competing in national mock trial competitions as a member of the Student Trial Lawyers Association, and by performing ADA duties under the third year practice act at DeKalb Recorders Court. Jeannine developed strong research and writing skills by clerking for Judge Ural Glanville of Fulton County Superior Court. Also while in law school, Jeannine pursued her interest in studying international law, by participating in an international arbitration study abroad program in Austria, Germany, Italy and Croatia. After law school Jeannine became barred in Georgia, as well as Florida.. Prior to coming to the Manely Firm, P.C. Jeannine was a general litigator with The Federal Firm, LLC. After managing litigation in several areas of law, in both state and federal court, Jeannine found her passion was family law. In addition to Jeannine’s litigation skills and experience, she brings an unwavering dedication to the families she represents. As a mother and a litigator, Jeannine understands real world challenges, and the importance of effectively navigating the tough circumstances that arise in the contexts of family law.

William is a Partner with Richardson Bloom & Lines LLC, where he practices exclusively in the area of domestic relations law. William joined Richardson Bloom & Lines LLC in February of 2016. Prior to joining the firm, William practiced family law with another prominent Atlanta law firm. William is also a trained Guardian ad Litem.. William is a second-generation family law attorney, and prides himself on his ability to effectively guide his clients through an often difficult stage in their lives with as little disruption as possible, while also working hard to ensure that their interests are protected. William’s experience in family law ranges widely from contentious custody disputes, to divorces involving large complex-financial estates, to appellate work. William’s successes in all facets of domestic relations law are what enables him to effectively advise his clients through trying times.. William is a native of Atlanta, Georgia. He graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. He then went on to obtain his law degree from Georgia State University College of Law in 2012. While in law school, William served as the President of the Moot Court Executive Board.

Donato “Dan” Palumbo a/k/a My Cousin Danny is a Principal of Palumbo Law, LLC. Dan is a native of New York who moved to Atlanta several years ago with his wife, Jessica (an Atlanta native), and their two daughters. Dan attended Purchase College in Purchase New York graduating with honors while working a full-time job as a Professional Firefighter. Dan was a firefighter/ EMT with the Eastchester Fire District in Eastchester, New York from 1988 to 2014.Dan began his legal career in 2005 when he entered Pace Law School in White Plains, New York, and graduated with honors in 2009. While at Pace Law Dan participated in Jessup Moot Court as part of an award-winning team and along with Jessica, was co-founder of the Pace Law School Chapter of the Unemployment Action Committee (U.A.C), an organization of law students that advocates on behalf of claimants seeking disputed unemployment benefits at administrative law hearings. Almost immediately Dan realized that his true calling was making passionate and well-articulated legal arguments before a Judge or Jury to help his client win. Dan was named UAC advocate of the year for 2008,After law school Dan began his own family law practice in White Palins, New York while still working as a professional firefighter. Dan litigated divorce and other family law matters; while serving as a Court appointed Guardian ad litem in Bronx and Westchester County Probate Courts. Once Dan decided to practice law full time, he retired from the fire department, and moved to Atlanta with his family; and My Cousin Danny was born. Dan has significant experience in all aspects of family law litigation, including representing clients in divorce matters, custody cases, child support cases, contempt actions and modifications. Dan has successfully litigated in Superior and Juvenile Courts, including divorce, contempt enforcement, and deprivation proceedings. Dan is xxperienced in criminal litigation, including traffic tickets, DUI, misdemeanors, and felony cases.Dan is a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia and the State Bar of New York. As well as being admitted to practice before the Georgia Court of Appeals, Supreme Court of Georgia. Dan is also admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, and the United States District Court, for the Northern District of Georgia. Dan has retired in good standing from the practice of law in the State of Connecticut and District of Columbia.Dan has presented before the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section moderating a panel titled “Show Me the Money, How to Convince A Judge to Impute Income in Domestic Relations Cases.”Dan is a member of:- Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL);- Lawyers Club of Atlanta;- American Bar Association;- New York Police and Fire Retirees Association;- International Association of Firefighters;. In his spare time Dan enjoys cooking, travel, spending time with his family, and spending time outdoors.