Family Law Attorney in Aiea

A Practice Devoted Entirely to Family Law

Family disputes and transitions call for legal guidance grounded in the relationship, the law, and the needs of the people involved. At Smith & Sturdivant, LLLC, we focus exclusively on family law and represent people in Aiea in matters affecting parents, children, spouses, and other family members.

We serve clients across Oahu with discreet, professional guidance tailored to their circumstances. Whether a matter involves a contested proceeding, an adoption, or mediation, we explain the legal issues and help clients make informed decisions about how to proceed.

Speak with a family law attorney about your situation. Call (808) 201-3898 to request a free and confidential consultation.

Experience with Sensitive Family Matters

Founding attorney Justin L. Sturdivant earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Hawaii in 2005 and has focused his practice on family law since then. His background includes work as a general civil litigator and mediator, along with roles directly connected to disputes involving children and parents.

Justin has served as a custody evaluator, assessing family circumstances and providing information relevant to child custody decisions. He has also served as a Guardian ad Litem, a person appointed to represent a child’s best interests in a legal matter. These perspectives inform our approach to cases in which family relationships, legal rights, and a child’s needs intersect.

Experience with the Family Court of the First Circuit

Our attorneys draw on experience with the Family Court of the First Circuit. That familiarity supports focused preparation for filings, disputed issues, and judicial review. We provide clear guidance while maintaining the discretion personal family matters require.

Our professional affiliations include the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) and the Hawaii State Bar Association Family Law Section. These organizations address family law practice, court systems, and professional issues arising in cases involving children and families.

Family Law Matters We Handle in Aiea

Our practice covers matters ranging from the legal end of a marriage to questions about parentage, support, caregiving authority, and protection from abuse. Some cases involve one defined request, while others include several connected issues that must be addressed in the same proceeding.

We represent clients in matters involving:

• Divorce
• Child custody
• Paternity
• Child support
• Adoption
• Step-parent adoption
• Guardianship
• Relocation
• Property division
• Restraining orders
• Mediation

Divorce, Custody & Financial Issues

A divorce may require the court to address property division and issues involving children. We handle divorce, child custody, child support, and relocation matters when parental and financial concerns are closely connected.

Paternity proceedings establish legal parentage and may affect related parenting or support questions. We represent clients in these matters and provide guidance based on the specific issues before the court.

Adoption & Guardianship

Adoption and step-parent adoption create a legally recognized parent-child relationship. Guardianship establishes legal authority and responsibility for another person under circumstances governed by family law. We handle these proceedings with close attention to the relationships and court requirements involved.

Restraining Orders & Mediation

We represent clients seeking or responding to restraining orders involving family or household members. These cases require careful attention to the requested protections and the information presented to the court.

Mediation gives participants a structured setting in which to address disputed family issues with a neutral mediator. Justin’s background as a mediator provides an additional perspective when we advise clients about disputes and potential paths toward resolution.