Atty. David Shibata

Atty. David Shibata

Mr. David Shibata is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, commercial law, real estate.

Honolulu Honolulu 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About David Shibata at a glance

David Shibata is a Managing Partner based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Rush Moore LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1976), Alaska (1977), Hawaii (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of California School of Law, Davis (J.D., 1976) and Stanford University (B.A. University, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hawaii State and Alaska Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. David Shibata is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, commercial law, real estate
  • David received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • David practices at Rush Moore LLP in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

David Shibata's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

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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 Shibata

Where is David Shibata's law office located?
David Shibata's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Rush Moore LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Shibata handle?
David Shibata focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has David Shibata practiced law?
David Shibata has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did David Shibata go to law school?
David Shibata earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A. University, 1971).
How can I contact David Shibata for a consultation?
You can contact David Shibata 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 David Shibata received?
David Shibata's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Davis
- 1976
B.A. University
Stanford University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
Alaska
Admitted: 1977
Hawaii
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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