Lex R. Smith

Commercial Litigation

5.0 (1 reviews)

Honolulu, Hawaii

42+ years experience

Kobayashi Sugita & Goda LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

808-535-5700

https://www.ksglaw.com/attorneys/lex-r-smith

999 Bishop Street, Suite 2600, Honolulu, HI 96813

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Bio

Lex R. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation.Lex R., who practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lex R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Lex R. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation.Lex R., who practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lex R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Lex R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Hawaii

State Capital

Honolulu

Highest Court

Hawaii Supreme Court

Bar Association

Hawaii State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Practice Area: Copyright Law
Practice Area: Litigation - Intellectual Property
Practice Area: Litigation - Patent
Practice Area: Patent Law
Practice Area: Trademark Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008

Education

University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1983

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Reviews

Lisa Harris

3 months ago

A Trusted Advocate in Complex Intellectual Property Matters

When our company faced a challenging copyright infringement dispute, we turned to Lex Smith. His 42 years of experience, particularly his recognized expertise in commercial litigation and intellectual property, were immediately evident. Lex provided clear, strategic counsel that navigated the complexities with confidence. His deep understanding of the law, honed over decades at Kobayashi Sugita & Goda, led to a highly favorable resolution. We are profoundly grateful for his exceptional professionalism and steadfast guidance.