Atty. Richard C. Sutton

Atty. Richard C. Sutton

Member, Board of Visitors, Stanford University School of Law, 1989-1993. Secretary-Treasurer, Legal Aid Society of Hawaii, 1975-1976.

Honolulu Honolulu 56 yrs experience 56 year
Call (808) 808-3597 Book Appointment

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About Richard C. Sutton at a glance

Richard C. Sutton is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practforg at Sakai Iwanaga Sutton Law Group. They haand 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1970), California (1971), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1974). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1970) and Princeton University (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Treasurer, Young Lawyers Section, 1973) State Bar of California American Board of Trial Advocates (Associate, Chapter Vice President) Hawaii Defense Lawyers Association (Director, 1994—, Hawaii State Bar Association. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, Board of Visitors, Stanford University School of Law, 1989-1993
  • Secretary-Treasurer, Legal Aid Society of Hawaii, 1975-1976

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Hawaii

Practforg law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is Richard C. Sutton's law office located?
Richard C. Sutton's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Sakai Iwanaga Sutton Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Richard C. Sutton practiced law?
Richard C. Sutton has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
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Richard C. Sutton earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1967).
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Richard C. Sutton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1970
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1970
California
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1974

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