About Nicole
Nicole Kalakau is a personal injury attorney with Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner in Honolulu, Hawaii. Raised in Waimanalo, she has a strong connection to the local community and is committed to helping individuals and families affected by serious injuries. Her legal practice includes motor vehicle collisions, pedestrian and bicycle accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, dog bites, defective products, medical negligence, and wrongful death claims. She works to help clients understand their legal options and pursue compensation for the harm they have suffered.
Before entering private practice, Nicole served for five years as a deputy prosecuting attorney in Honolulu. During that time, she handled a variety of criminal matters, including domestic violence and violent crime cases, developing valuable courtroom and trial experience. In 2016, she joined Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner, bringing her litigation background to the representation of injured individuals and their families.
Nicole also contributes to the legal and wider community through professional and charitable organizations. She has served on the board of Hawaii Women Lawyers and the Community Kokua Foundation for Fire Safety. Her professional recognition has included Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. Outside the office, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband and three sons, particularly attending their baseball and basketball games.
