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Pros
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Excellent service and communication throughout the legal process
“Continuous communication throught the preparation of our documents. A big MAHALO to the entire team!”
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Successful case outcomes, including getting charges dropped
“My daughter was arrested for DUI and they got all charges dropped.”
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Knowledgeable, informative, and reassuring attorneys
“He was knowledgeable, informative, frank and reassuring.”
Cons
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Unprofessional and incompetent handling of cases
“Not only did they file things incorrectly after they did they wouldn't admit to it then they missed a court hearing tried to explain it was a good thing.”
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Poor communication and difficulty reaching attorneys
“only one when there was an emergency and he wanted to reach me he would call and of course not put it in an email.”
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Unethical practices, such as making unauthorized settlements
“They ended up paying my defendants $6000 from their own cash cause it there own incompetency and yet in the settlement says I agreed to pay my defendant .I never agreed to it and never saw that option flat out lies.”

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02 Aug, 2024 by Katie sodermark
A number of years ago I sought out legal help from Cain and Herren. My last experience with a lawyer wasn’t good. I really didn’t want to file for bankruptcy, but I had to as I was going to retire. I owed a lot mostly from the bad times of 2008. I always pay my bills so I was really fighting doing this. Micheal Collins made me feel much more at ease with my decision. Everything was explained to me. Everyone at Cain and Herren were welcoming. If I need legal help for anything I would return to Cain and Herren.
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02 Aug, 2024 by Ashley farias
My friend just used them in a divorce. Every interaction was positive and she was very happy with their services. I will be hiring them if I need a lawyer in the future.
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02 Aug, 2024 by Joella speelman
One of the best law firms on Maui. They not only go above and beyond for the clients but for their employees as well. Ben and Sam are a power duo who help so many dealing with family law issues. Highly recommend!!!
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27 Apr, 2024 by Sandra boggio
I had a small legal issue and lots of money to pay him , he didn't even saw me face to face ,I went to his office ,I never saw him ,he just told I assume his secretary and he just pretty much told me to get the f out of there. Not to long ago ,I called cause I needed an attorney with a HEART , same thing , never saw his face and with no explanation ,i felt kicked out of there again.My father was a lawyer with a human heart and a highly respected man , he was loved by everyone and he took cases of people without money and took care of them with his wonderful ❤️ This Cain is a lyer when he says " an attorney with heart" ? Yes , my father was a Dean of the oldest and we'll know attorney, so loved and respected doing his civil duties no matter what the circumstances were. Believe me this Cain attorney with a ❤️ 🤣 is trying to make you fall for a lie. My father again even the president of the Republic, went to his funeral. As you can read ,this Cain has no human Heart ,not even to invite you to his office and in a compassionate understanding has the heart to tell you , I am sorry for not being able to take your case. Little midget without balls. Lack of character , compassion or intelligence.i believe in karma and i hope no one would hire a lier like that one. I had money to pay ,he always hid his face in the sand , I have nothing else to say that please if you read this ,find a lawyer with balls ,that midget lies to get your trust,, how could anyone hire an attorney without a heart and mainly ,without balls..Good luck Cain, you'll end up in the poor house,to lie is a big sin!
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30 Jan, 2024 by Julia huff
Ben Herren has been my divorce lawyer for 4 years and I am very grateful to him and his team for all their professional help. His assistant Samantha Castaneda is excellet-I highly reccomend.
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