Atty. Richard S. Geshell
Richard S. Geshell is a lawyer practicing commercial, estate planning, litigation and 4 other areas of law.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Honolulu, HI · 58+ Years Experience
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About Richard S. Geshell at a Glance
Richard S. Geshell is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at R. Steven Geshell. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1968), Hawaii (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1984). Educated at University of Arizona and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D., 1968) and Arizona State University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hawaii State Bar Association. Serves clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard S. Geshell
- Richard S. Geshell is a lawyer practicing commercial, estate planning, litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from Arizona State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Richard practices at R. Steven Geshell in Honolulu, HI
Practice Areas Explained
Richard S. Geshell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard S. Geshell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Honolulu.
Wills in Honolulu
Richard S. Geshell is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Hawaii →
Trusts in Honolulu
Richard S. Geshell is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Hawaii →
Personal Injury in Honolulu
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Richard S. Geshell is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Hawaii →
Estate Planning & Probate in Honolulu
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Richard S. Geshell is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Hawaii →
Business & Corporate Law in Honolulu
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard S. Geshell is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Hawaii →
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 Richard S. Geshell
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 Richard S. Geshell's practice in the field of wills, trusts, personal injury, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard S. Geshell brings 58+ 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 Nebraska, Hawaii, and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii, Richard S. Geshell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and personal injury, Richard S. Geshell 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 Richard S. Geshell 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 Richard S. Geshell Handles in Honolulu
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