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Atty. Makoto Messersmith

Atty. Makoto Messersmith

Makoto Messersmith is a lawyer practicing immigration & naturalization. Makoto has been licensed for 5 years.

Honolulu Honolulu 5 yrs experience 5 year
Call (808) 466-0815 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Makoto Messersmith at a glance

Makoto Messersmith is a citizenship and immigration attorney based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They have 5+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2021. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (2021) and Washington (2021). Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Makoto Messersmith is a lawyer practicing immigration & naturalization
  • Makoto has been licensed for 5 years
  • Makoto practices in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Makoto Messersmith's Areas of Practice

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

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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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 Makoto Messersmith

Where is Makoto Messersmith's law office located?
Makoto Messersmith's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Makoto Messersmith handle?
Makoto Messersmith focuses on citizenship, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Makoto Messersmith practiced law?
Makoto Messersmith has 5+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2021.
How can I contact Makoto Messersmith for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 2021
Washington
Admitted: 2021

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