Atty. Joseph A. Ernst

Atty. Joseph A. Ernst

Joseph A. Ernst is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment compliance, labor relations and 1 other area of law.

Honolulu Honolulu 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph A. Ernst at a glance

Joseph A. Ernst is a Director based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Torkildson Katz. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (2008) and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (2008). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 2008) and University of Tampa (B.A., 2005). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph A. Ernst is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment compliance, labor relations and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Tampa in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Joseph practices at Torkildson Katz in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph A. Ernst's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph A. Ernst 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.

Joseph A. Ernst is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Hawaii →

Civil Litigation

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

Joseph A. Ernst is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Hawaii →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Joseph A. Ernst

Where is Joseph A. Ernst's law office located?
Joseph A. Ernst's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Torkildson Katz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph A. Ernst handle?
Joseph A. Ernst focuses on employment, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Joseph A. Ernst practiced law?
Joseph A. Ernst has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Joseph A. Ernst go to law school?
Joseph A. Ernst earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Joseph A. Ernst for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph A. Ernst 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 Joseph A. Ernst received?
Joseph A. Ernst's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 2008
B.A.
University of Tampa
- 2005

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 2008

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