Howes Law Firm, P.C.

I offer Matt Kishinami the highest rating any platform allows. That is not a courtesy. It is an acknowledgment of the singular quality that defines his practice: he treats you like a human. Matt took time to understand who I am beyond the case file. He checked in. He listened. He asked questions that showed he genuinely cared about my well-being, not only the legal path in front of us. Dignity, respect, and empathy were constants. In every interaction, I felt seen, heard, and valued. After working with multiple attorneys over the last several years, this was the first time I never felt like an appointment to be cleared for the next client. That distinction alone sets him apart. His legal expertise is unquestionable. Fourteen years in the County Attorney's Office followed by his broader experience in dispute resolution clearly reflect his command of the law. Yet what mattered most in my case was how he translated that expertise into clear, understandable guidance. He prepares thoroughly. He researches deeply. He explains the path ahead in a way that any client can follow without feeling overwhelmed or rushed. He is patient without drifting into inefficiency, and direct without drifting into discouragement. Matt strikes a balance very few attorneys manage. He is optimistic, but honest. He conveys confidence rooted in precedent, regulation, and experience, yet he always gives a realistic assessment of possible outcomes. He never sugarcoats, but he never diminishes hope or agency either. That balance builds trust. I have worked with four attorneys since my divorce process began in 2021. If I have any say in it, I will never work with anyone else again. Matt inherited my case roughly a year before a significant modification trial. He did everything within reason to avoid litigation, and although settlement was not possible, he entered the courtroom fully prepared. His work, his command of the details, and his presence in trial directly contributed to not only a favorable outcome for me, but an outcome that exceeded what I thought was possible. I recommend Matt Kishinami without hesitation and without qualification. His professionalism is exceptional. His expertise is proven. His character is rare. And his commitment to treating clients as human beings first is the reason I offer him the strongest endorsement I can give.

I had a great experience working with Howes Law Firm and attorney Matt Kishinami. Matt was professional, knowledgeable, and made the whole process smooth. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all of my questions, and always made me feel supported. His attention to detail and genuine care for his clients really stood out. I would highly recommend Matt and the entire team at Howes Law Firm.

in my experience with this firm what was verbally agreed upon back when my case was open and current was not what actually happened. I was told after all my payments to Alex and the courts, community service and etc., that my record wouldn't hold the cannabis DWI charge. Come to find out right after the case was closed Alex wasn't truthful on his end of the agreement and it is still there. When I called to discuss it after I was dismissed ignorantly. At first I was like this is no big deal I can manage this, got my license back within 13 months, and then came into what has now been 4/5 years later of hell. I can't even get a job literally pretty much anywhere in the main stream even if literally every interview I got the job. When it comes to the background check I am immediately honest trying to show I am transparent. That doesn't matter to corporate. Prior to this I had 2 businesses, was in college, and having lost everything from business to passion opportunities from this charge and me being a quick couple grand to throw in his pocket and not hold up his part is disappointing. I had all the money to throw at this. Never did I have a single scratch on my record before this. Now I'm treated as a criminal for simply "being high", which I truly wasn't at that time but used medically in a state where it was legal in the previous days. I passed every sobriety test perfectly and that is on record. All because a rookie cop had an ego trip remembering me from a prior stop 6 months prior (and his SDS) and my lawyer not truly caring. I waited all these years to leave a review or anything because I put in the work to fix my mistakes and take full accountability for my actions. That doesn't change how he promised me this wouldn't be this way and now my family and I are suffering because of not being able to do anything about this charge. I can't even try to expunge it off my record because of the laws in my state says multiple attorneys here. Normally I would just move on but being at the end of the rope here the least I can do is put this into the world and hopefully no one gets the same treatment as I did. *0/5 Stars not even the 1/5*

Working with the Howes Law Firm has been an excellent experience and more specifically working with Matt Kishinami. Matt is attentive to detail, thorough, and his communication skills are impeccable. He takes the time to listen, address concerns, and offer sound feedback. I cannot say enough good things about the experience we had. I HIGHLY recommend Matt.

I rate Alex and the Howes Family Law Firm a strong 10 out of 10. Alex came up with a plan and we followed that plan. I ended up being the primary caregiver of my daughter. Alex was more than an attorney to me. He also guided me through this process, corrected me when I was wrong, and was able answer any of my questions throughout the last year. I also want to add Alex would return my emails after hours and on weekends. That was huge. I thank you, Alex and his team. Thank you Ryan