Atty. David Lee Callies

Atty. David Lee Callies

David Lee Callies is a lawyer practicing land use law, zoning law, real estate law and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Depauw University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Honolulu Honolulu 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lee Callies at a glance

David Lee Callies is a Benj. A. Kudo Prof. of Law based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969) and Hawaii (1979). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1968) and Depauw University (B.A., 1965). Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Lee Callies is a lawyer practicing land use law, zoning law, real estate law and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Depauw University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • David practices in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

David Lee Callies's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Lee Callies 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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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 David Lee Callies

Where is David Lee Callies's law office located?
David Lee Callies's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lee Callies handle?
David Lee Callies focuses on real estate, zoning, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has David Lee Callies practiced law?
David Lee Callies has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did David Lee Callies go to law school?
David Lee Callies earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact David Lee Callies for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1968
B.A.
Depauw University
- 1965

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969
Hawaii
Admitted: 1979

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