Atty. John C. Khil

Atty. John C. Khil

John C. Khil is a lawyer practicing charitable & tax-exempt organizations, closely held businesses & succession planning, employee benefits and 2 other areas of law.

Honolulu Honolulu 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About John C. Khil at a glance

John C. Khil is a Partner based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Carlsmith Ball LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, tax, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1981). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco, California (J.D. Georgetown, 1981) and University of Hawaii (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John C. Khil is a lawyer practicing charitable & tax-exempt organizations, closely held businesses & succession planning, employee benefits and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Hawaii in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices at Carlsmith Ball LLP in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Khil's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

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

John C. Khil is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Hawaii →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John C. Khil is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Hawaii →

Employment Contracts

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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 John C. Khil

Where is John C. Khil's law office located?
John C. Khil'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 John C. Khil handle?
John C. Khil focuses on estate planning, employment, tax, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has John C. Khil practiced law?
John C. Khil has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John C. Khil go to law school?
John C. Khil earned their education at (J.D. Georgetown, 1981); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact John C. Khil for a consultation?
You can contact John C. Khil 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 John C. Khil received?
John C. Khil's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Georgetown
University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco, California
- 1981
B.S.
University of Hawaii
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1981

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