Atty. Judith L. Sterling

Atty. Judith L. Sterling

Judith L. Sterling is a lawyer practicing taxation law, probate law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Honolulu Honolulu 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Judith L. Sterling at a glance

Judith L. Sterling is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Sterling & Tucker. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1981). Educated at University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—) and William S. Richardson (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hawaii State (Member, Sections on: Taxation, Estate Planning and Probate) and American Bar Associations Hawaii Estate Planning Council Hawaii Women Lawyers. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Judith L. Sterling is a lawyer practicing taxation law, probate law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Judith received a degree from William S. Richardson, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Judith practices at Sterling & Tucker in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Judith L. Sterling's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Judith L. Sterling handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

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

Judith L. Sterling is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Judith L. Sterling

Where is Judith L. Sterling's law office located?
Judith L. Sterling's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Sterling & Tucker. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Judith L. Sterling handle?
Judith L. Sterling focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Judith L. Sterling practiced law?
Judith L. Sterling has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Judith L. Sterling go to law school?
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How can I contact Judith L. Sterling for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Judith L. Sterling received?
Judith L. Sterling's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
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William S. Richardson
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1981

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