Atty. Earl T. Sato

Atty. Earl T. Sato

Earl T. Sato is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, real estate, banks and banking.

Honolulu Honolulu 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Earl T. Sato at a glance

Earl T. Sato is an Of Counsel 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 Hawaii (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1978), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at University of California School of Law, Davis (J.D., 1976) and Antioch College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hawaii State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Earl T. Sato is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, real estate, banks and banking
  • Earl received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Earl practices at Rush Moore LLP in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Earl T. Sato's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Earl T. Sato 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 Earl T. Sato

Where is Earl T. Sato's law office located?
Earl T. Sato'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 Earl T. Sato handle?
Earl T. Sato focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Earl T. Sato practiced law?
Earl T. Sato has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Earl T. Sato go to law school?
Earl T. Sato earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Earl T. Sato for a consultation?
You can contact Earl T. Sato 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 Earl T. Sato received?
Earl T. Sato's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Davis
- 1976
B.A.
Antioch College
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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