Empowering Hawaiʻi Families & Securing Legacies Since 2017
Mahalo for naming us as one of the "Best of Hawaiʻi" in Estate Planning for the second year in a row and "Top 100 Attorneys" nationally!
A Personal Approach to Estate Planning
Built on experience, guided by care, and designed to protect Hawaiʻi families for life.
Welcome
Simply being here means you’re already taking an important step to protect yourself, your loved ones, and everything you’ve worked hard to build.
Planning for life’s inevitable moments — incapacity or death — isn’t about fear. It’s about clarity, control, and care. These events will happen. The only question is whether your family will face them with guidance and certainty… or confusion and unnecessary stress.
The planning you do now determines the legacy you leave behind — one of love and protection, or one burdened by avoidable complications.
Your Trusted Estate Planning Partner
Aloha, I’m Keoni Souza.
I help busy Hawaiʻi families protect their loved ones, preserve their assets, and create estate plans that actually work — not just on paper, but in real life.
In 2017, I made a deliberate decision to leave the traditional law firm model and build a modern estate planning practice designed for growing families and working professionals — not just retirees.
Because estate planning isn’t just about the end of life. It’s about protecting the life you’re living now.
A Personal Reason This Matters
My commitment to estate planning is deeply personal.
When my mother became suddenly incapacitated at just 52, she had no plan in place. I experienced firsthand the emotional strain, financial stress, and uncertainty that followed — all of which could have been avoided with proper planning.
That experience shaped my mission: to ensure no family has to navigate crisis and loss without guidance, clarity, and protection.
Estate Planning, Made Practical
I know how busy life can be. That’s why my process is designed to be clear, efficient, and accessible.
We meet virtually, allowing you to plan from the comfort of home — on your schedule. And we go far beyond traditional documents to deliver true protection.
My approach focuses on:
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Protecting your children — so they are never left in the care of strangers or the court system
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Securing inheritances — shielding what you leave behind from lawsuits, divorce, or poor decisions
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Preserving your legacy — passing on your values, stories, and wishes, not just assets
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Keeping plans current — with regular reviews as your life and the law change
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Providing long-term support — so your family always has a trusted guide when it matters most
Recognized & Trusted
I’m deeply honored by the trust families place in me and by the recognition that reflects that work.
I’ve been voted as one of the Best of Hawaiʻi in Estate Planning in both 2024 and 2025, and named a Top 100 Attorney nationwide. I was also recognized as one of The Most Influential People in Legal Services to Watch — with both honors featured as national cover stories.
Alongside these accolades, clients consistently leave 5-star reviews on Google and Facebook, reflecting a shared appreciation for a thoughtful, heart-centered approach to estate planning.
Every review and recognition reinforces my commitment to delivering clarity, confidence, and peace of mind to families throughout Hawaiʻi.
Rooted in Hawaiʻi
Born and raised in Hawaiʻi, this community is part of who I am.
I’m a proud graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi and earned both my Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration from the University of San Francisco. My background includes experience in both government and private practice, appearing regularly in Hawaiʻi’s Circuit Courts.
These experiences allow me to approach estate planning with both legal precision and practical insight — always grounded in the realities Hawaiʻi families face.
Hawaiʻi isn’t just where I work. It’s home — and it’s why I’m committed to helping families here protect what matters most.
Let’s Secure Your Family’s Future
When you’re ready, I’d be honored to help you create a plan that brings clarity, confidence, and lasting peace of mind.
Reach out, and let’s take the next step — together.
