Atty. Roy K. Nakamoto

Atty. Roy K. Nakamoto

Roy K. Nakamoto is a lawyer practicing trust, estate planning and probate, real estate law, quiet title and 3 other areas of law.

Hilo Hilo 67 yrs experience 67 year
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About Roy K. Nakamoto at a glance

Roy K. Nakamoto is a Member based in Hilo, Hawaii, practicing at Nakamoto, Okamoto & Yamamoto Attorneys At Law, A Law Corporation. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Hawaii U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1959). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1959) and Harvard University (B.A., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hawaii County, Hawaii State and American (Member, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hilo, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Roy K. Nakamoto is a lawyer practicing trust, estate planning and probate, real estate law, quiet title and 3 other areas of law
  • Roy received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1956, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Roy practices at Nakamoto, Okamoto & Yamamoto Attorneys At Law, A Law Corporation in Hilo, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Roy K. Nakamoto's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Roy K. Nakamoto is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Hawaii →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Hilo 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 Roy K. Nakamoto

Where is Roy K. Nakamoto's law office located?
Roy K. Nakamoto's law practice is located in Hilo, Hawaii. The firm is Nakamoto, Okamoto & Yamamoto Attorneys At Law, A Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roy K. Nakamoto handle?
Roy K. Nakamoto focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Roy K. Nakamoto practiced law?
Roy K. Nakamoto has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Roy K. Nakamoto go to law school?
Roy K. Nakamoto earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.A., 1956).
How can I contact Roy K. Nakamoto for a consultation?
You can contact Roy K. Nakamoto directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Roy K. Nakamoto received?
Roy K. Nakamoto's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1959
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1956

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Hawaii U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 1959

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