The Law Office of R. Patrick McPherson – Honolulu, HI

Honolulu’s Authority on DUI Defense

The Law Office of R. Patrick McPherson is widely regarded as the go-to firm for DUI Defense and Traffic Law in Hawaii. Led by R. Patrick McPherson, an attorney with over 20 years of dedicated experience, the firm has successfully defended thousands of clients across Oahu. Patrick McPherson is not just a practitioner of the law; he helps shape it. He has been instrumental in drafting many of Hawaii’s current DUI statutes, including the ignition interlock laws, and was appointed by the Governor to the state’s task force on impaired driving. This legislative background gives him an unparalleled advantage in court, as he knows exactly how the laws were intended to be applied.

Specialized Traffic and Criminal Defense

The firm’s practice is laser-focused on protecting drivers and their privileges:

• DUI/OVUII Defense: McPherson is known as ‘Honolulu’s Most Recognized DUI Defense Attorney.’ He challenges the validity of field sobriety tests, breathalyzer results, and police procedures to get charges reduced or dismissed.
• Traffic Violations: Representing clients charged with excessive speeding, reckless driving, and driving with a suspended license. The firm fights to prevent license revocations and skyrocketing insurance premiums.
• Administrative Hearings: Handling the complex ADLRO (Administrative Driver’s License Revocation Office) hearings that run parallel to criminal court cases.
• Criminal Defense: Defending against other criminal charges with the same aggressive strategy used in traffic cases.

Central Bishop Square Office

The firm is located at 1001 Bishop St, Suite 1550, in the American Savings Bank Tower (Bishop Square). This central downtown location allows the team to easily appear in the District Court of the First Circuit, where most traffic matters are heard. The office is staffed by a knowledgeable and friendly team that understands the stress of being arrested. They provide a judgment-free zone where clients can get straight answers and a clear plan of action.

An Educator and Advocate

R. Patrick McPherson is a true expert in his field. He serves as a state delegate for the National College for DUI Defense and hosts an annual DUI seminar in Las Vegas to train other lawyers. He is frequently called upon by local news media to explain traffic laws and high-profile cases. When you hire Patrick McPherson, you are hiring the lawyer who teaches other lawyers how to handle DUI cases. His goal is to minimize the impact of a charge on your life, helping you keep your license and your freedom.