Maile M. Hirota, Esq. at Hirota & Associates, LLLC is a distinguished Honolulu-based law firm specializing exclusively in U.S. immigration and nationality law. Recognized for excellence, the firm has been consistently selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America since 2008, with Maile Hirota named Lawyer of the Year in Immigration Law for Honolulu multiple times. The firm is also ranked in the First Tier of “Best Law Firms” in Hawaii by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its commitment to high-quality legal representation.
With over 30 years of experience, the firm combines deep expertise with compassionate advocacy, helping families and businesses navigate complex and constantly changing immigration policies. The team—including managing attorney Maile Hirota, senior associate Stella Shimamoto, and associate Chiako Fukushima—actively influences immigration policy through leadership in the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). They serve clients throughout Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, and internationally, offering legal services in English, Tagalog, Ilocano, and Japanese to better support a diverse clientele.
Services Offered
- Business immigration
- Family-based immigration
- Derivative US Citizenship
- Naturalization
- Waivers
- Consular processing
- E-2 visa applications and renewals
- Green card applications and renewals
- Permanent residency applications
- Advocacy for immigration rights and policy reform
The firm represents clients across Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, and worldwide, with language capabilities in English, Tagalog, Ilocano, and Japanese. Its attorneys have held leadership roles as Hawaii Chapter Chairs of AILA, underscoring their dedication to just immigration policy and individual immigrant rights.
