Atty. Gerald A. Sumida

Atty. Gerald A. Sumida

Gerald A. Sumida is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory, antitrust & trade regulation, contracts & leasing and 10 other areas of law.

Honolulu Honolulu 56 yrs experience 56 year
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About Gerald A. Sumida at a glance

Gerald A. Sumida is a Partner based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Carlsmith Ball LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1970). Educated at Yale Law School, New Haven, Connecticut (J.D., 1969) and Princeton University B.A. summa cum laude Princeton University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of 2009-2011) •Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative - Chair, Chair Emeritus (2011-2013) •Foundation for the Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies - Founder (with others), Director, President (2004 - present) •University of Hawaii Foundation (2004-2009) •America, Affiliations •Hawaii State Bar Association •Inter-Pacific Bar Association - Secretary General. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gerald A. Sumida is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory, antitrust & trade regulation, contracts & leasing and 10 other areas of law
  • Gerald received a B.A. degree from Princeton University, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Gerald practices at Carlsmith Ball LLP in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald A. Sumida's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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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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Common questions about Gerald A. Sumida

Where is Gerald A. Sumida's law office located?
Gerald A. Sumida's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Carlsmith Ball LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald A. Sumida handle?
Gerald A. Sumida focuses on formation, contracts, business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Gerald A. Sumida practiced law?
Gerald A. Sumida has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Gerald A. Sumida go to law school?
Gerald A. Sumida earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (—).
How can I contact Gerald A. Sumida for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gerald A. Sumida received?
Gerald A. Sumida's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale Law School, New Haven, Connecticut
- 1969
Princeton University B.A. summa cum laude Princeton University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1970

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