Atty. Robert K. Ichikawa

Atty. Robert K. Ichikawa

Robert K. Ichikawa focuses on corporate and transactional work, government affairs, administrative law, and liquor licenses.

Honolulu Honolulu 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Robert K. Ichikawa at a glance

Robert K. Ichikawa is a Partner based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Kobayashi, Sugita & Goda LLP, Attorneys at Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on immigration and business. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1987) and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1987). Educated at University of Santa Clara School of Law Juris Doctor (—) and University of Colorado at Boulder Bachelor's degree Tokyo University study International Business transactions and interned Showa Law Office, Tokyo (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Associations and Licenses Mr, Ichikawa is a member of the Hawaii State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Japan Hawaii Economic Council and the Hawaii Asia Pacific Association, and Mr. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert K. Ichikawa focuses on corporate and transactional work, government affairs, administrative law, and liquor licenses
  • He also heads the immigration practice for the firm
  • He has extensive experience in immigration law and combines his background in corporate law to advise hotels, restaurants, health care institutions, financial institutions, computer companies and entrepreneurs on complex petitions and visa applications that allow foreign nationals employment in the U.S
  • Mr. Ichikawa was one of fifteen Japanese Americans selected nationally to represent Japanese American leaders in a delegation to Japan at the invitation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
  • Mr. Ichikawa continues to maintain a leadership role in relations between Japanese Americans and Japan
  • Education Mr. Ichikawa received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder
  • Following his graduation, he attended Tokyo University to study International Business transactions and interned at Showa Law Office in Tokyo
  • He received his Juris Doctor degree from University of Santa Clara School of Law
  • Professional Recognition Mr. Ichikawa was featured in Honolulu magazine as one of 'Hawaii's Top Lawyers' in Immigration Law
  • He has also been selected and listed nationally in the Best Lawyers in America and Who's Who in American Law for his work in the area of Immigration Law
  • He is the Past-President of the Hawaii Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and has lectured at various seminars in the area of Immigration Law
  • Community Involvement In his spare time, Mr. Ichikawa also assists in various community services, including coaching youth baseball and football

Practice Areas Explained

Robert K. Ichikawa's Areas of Practice

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

Immigration Law

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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

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Where is Robert K. Ichikawa's law office located?
Robert K. Ichikawa's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Kobayashi, Sugita & Goda LLP, Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert K. Ichikawa handle?
Robert K. Ichikawa focuses on immigration, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Robert K. Ichikawa practiced law?
Robert K. Ichikawa has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Robert K. Ichikawa go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Robert K. Ichikawa received?
Robert K. Ichikawa's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

University of Santa Clara School of Law Juris Doctor
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University of Colorado at Boulder Bachelor's degree Tokyo University study International Business transactions and interned Showa Law Office, Tokyo
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 1987

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