Atty. Danton S. Wong

Atty. Danton S. Wong

Mr. Wong concentrates on real estate acquisitions, sales, financing and development, business consultation, and related areas.

Honolulu Honolulu 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Danton S. Wong at a glance

Danton S. Wong is a real estate and estate litigation attorney based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Chun Kerr LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Hawaii, Hawaii State Bar Association (1982). Educated at Hastings College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Stanford University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Wong concentrates on real estate acquisitions, sales, financing and development, business consultation, and related areas
  • He has participated in transactions involving the acquisition, financing, development, operation and/or sale of resort hotels, golf courses, commercial office buildings, shopping centers, residential condominium projects, vacant land, and ongoing business concerns
  • His clients include real estate companies, resort hotel owners, developers, and financial institutions, such as Hawaii DeBartolo LLC, Savio Growth Venture LLC and Queen Emma Land Company
  • Recent transactions in which Mr. Wong has participated include the purchase of the Pa‘ia Mill, the sale of the Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel and The Plantation Inn, the purchase of Dillingham Ranch, the sale of the Honolulu Club Building, the development of the Ka Makana Ali‘i Regional Shopping Center, and the ground lease re-development of the Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites, International Market Place and the Waikiki Trade Center

Practice Areas Explained

Danton S. Wong's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Danton S. Wong handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Hawaii

Practicing law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Honolulu are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Hawaii state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Hawaii brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Hawaii courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Danton S. Wong

Where is Danton S. Wong's law office located?
Danton S. Wong's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Chun Kerr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Danton S. Wong handle?
Danton S. Wong focuses on real estate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Danton S. Wong practiced law?
Danton S. Wong has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Danton S. Wong go to law school?
Danton S. Wong earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Danton S. Wong for a consultation?
You can contact Danton S. Wong directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Danton S. Wong received?
Danton S. Wong's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships).

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1979

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Hawaii, Hawaii State Bar Association
Admitted: 1982

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