Atty. James Harold Hershey

Atty. James Harold Hershey

James Harold Hershey is a lawyer practicing products liability, employment law, construction litigation and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Kansas University in 1968, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Honolulu Honolulu 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Harold Hershey at a glance

James Harold Hershey is an Of Counsel based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, construction, product liability, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1981), Hawaii (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1984). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1981) and Kansas University (B.A. Psychology, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hawaii State Bar Association (Member, Attorney/Client Relations Committee) State Bar of California American Judicature Society. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Harold Hershey is a lawyer practicing products liability, employment law, construction litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Kansas University in 1968, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

James Harold Hershey's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Construction Law

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Product Liability

James Harold Hershey is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Hawaii →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James Harold Hershey is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Hawaii →

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 James Harold Hershey

Where is James Harold Hershey's law office located?
James Harold Hershey's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Harold Hershey handle?
James Harold Hershey focuses on employment, construction, product liability, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has James Harold Hershey practiced law?
James Harold Hershey has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Harold Hershey go to law school?
James Harold Hershey earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. Psychology, 1968).
How can I contact James Harold Hershey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Harold Hershey received?
James Harold Hershey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1981
B.A. Psychology
Kansas University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1981
Hawaii
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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