Michael R. Mike Cruise

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

4.0 (1 reviews)

Honolulu, Hawaii

26+ years experience

Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

808-537-2525

https://www.lyslaw.com/the-team/mike-cruise/

737 Bishop Street, Suite 1740, Honolulu, HI 96813

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Bio

Michael R. Cruise is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.Michael R., who practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Michael R. Cruise is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.Michael R., who practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Michael 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

Free-$150

Typical Hourly Range

Often contingency-based

Fee Model Notes

Many personal injury matters are handled on contingency, often around 25%-40% of recovery.

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

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Honolulu (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Honolulu (2020)
Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017

Education

University of Oregon, J.D., graduated 1999

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Reviews

Helen Murphy

3 months ago

A skilled and dedicated advocate for my family

After a serious car accident left my husband with significant injuries, we were overwhelmed. Hiring Michael Cruise was the best decision we made. His deep experience in personal injury litigation, spanning over 25 years, was immediately evident. He guided us through the complex process with clarity and genuine compassion. We felt confident knowing he's recognized as a top lawyer in Honolulu for this very work. He secured a settlement that truly addressed our long-term needs. The only minor critique is that during the busiest phases, communication could sometimes take a day or two. Overall, his expertise at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner is exceptional, and we are deeply grateful for his representation.