Atty. David A. Abernathy

Atty. David A. Abernathy

David A. Abernathy is a lawyer.

Honolulu Honolulu 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About David A. Abernathy at a glance

David A. Abernathy is an attorney based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1997). Educated at North Carolina Central University (J.D. University, 1997) and University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (B.S., 1993). Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David A. Abernathy is a lawyer
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • David practices in Honolulu, HI

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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Where is David A. Abernathy's law office located?
David A. Abernathy's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David A. Abernathy practiced law?
David A. Abernathy has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did David A. Abernathy go to law school?
David A. Abernathy earned their education at (J.D. University, 1997); (B.S., 1993).
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Education

J.D. University
North Carolina Central University
- 1997
B.S.
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
- 1993

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1997

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