Atty. James K. Tagupa
James K. Tagupa is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, personal injury.
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James K. Tagupa is a Member based in Lihue, Hawaii, practicing at James K. Tagupa. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1988). Educated at William S. Richardson (—). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Lihue, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James K. Tagupa is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, personal injury
- James received a degree from William S. Richardson, and has been licensed for 38 years
- James practices at James K. Tagupa in Lihue, HI
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James K. Tagupa's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James K. Tagupa handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James K. Tagupa is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Hawaii →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James K. Tagupa is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Hawaii →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James K. Tagupa is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Lihue 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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