Atty. Mark E. Recktenwald
Mark E. Recktenwald is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment discrimination, employment litigation and 2 other areas of law.
Employment Discrimination & More Attorney · Serving Honolulu, HI · 40+ Years Experience
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About Mark E. Recktenwald at a Glance
Mark E. Recktenwald is a Supr. Jus. based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1986) and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1986) and Harvard University (A.B., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark E. Recktenwald
- Mark E. Recktenwald is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment discrimination, employment litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Mark received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1978, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Mark practices in Honolulu, HI
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Mark E. Recktenwald's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark E. Recktenwald handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Honolulu.
Wrongful Termination in Honolulu
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Workplace Discrimination in Honolulu
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Employment Law in Honolulu
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in Honolulu
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Honolulu
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 venue, 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.
Honolulu Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Honolulu-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Honolulu Choose Mark E. Recktenwald
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark E. Recktenwald's practice in the field of wrongful termination, discrimination, employment, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark E. Recktenwald brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Hawaii and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, Mark E. Recktenwald can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, discrimination, and employment, Mark E. Recktenwald can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Honolulu
A Honolulu-based practice means Mark E. Recktenwald attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark E. Recktenwald Handles in Honolulu
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