Rustam A. Barbee, Attorney at Law – Honolulu, HI

Decades of Federal and State Criminal Defense

Rustam A. Barbee, Attorney at Law is a distinguished solo practice located in downtown Honolulu, dedicated to providing high-level criminal defense and personal injury representation. With a career spanning over three decades, Rustam ”Rus” Barbee brings a wealth of experience from both sides of the aisle. Before establishing his private practice in 1997, he served as an Assistant Federal Public Defender for the Districts of Hawaii and Guam for eight years, and prior to that, as a prosecutor for the Wisconsin Attorney General’s office. This dual background gives him a comprehensive understanding of prosecutorial tactics, allowing him to build robust defenses for his clients. He is widely respected in the legal community for his ethical standards and aggressive advocacy in complex cases.

Specialized Defense Services

Attorney Barbee’s practice is focused on serious criminal matters, often involving high stakes and federal jurisdiction. His areas of expertise include:

• Federal Criminal Defense: Defending clients against federal charges such as conspiracy, racketeering, and drug trafficking. He is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
• White Collar Crime: Handling complex financial cases including securities fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, and Medicaid fraud.
• Drug Offenses: Representing individuals accused of possession, distribution, and manufacturing of controlled substances in both state and federal courts.
• DUI and Traffic Violations: Providing vigorous defense for driving under the influence and serious traffic infractions to protect clients’ driving privileges.

Personal Injury Advocacy

In addition to his criminal defense work, Mr. Barbee represents individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. He handles cases involving automobile accidents, slip and fall incidents, and wrongful death, ensuring that victims receive fair compensation for their medical bills and suffering.

Located in Century Square

The office is situated in the Century Square building on Bishop Street, a convenient location in the heart of Honolulu’s business district. This central position allows for easy access to the federal and state courthouses, facilitating prompt and efficient legal service.