Atty. Roy T. Ogawa

Atty. Roy T. Ogawa

Roy T. Ogawa is a lawyer practicing real property law, civil rights, litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Honolulu Honolulu 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Roy T. Ogawa at a glance

Roy T. Ogawa is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Ogawa, Lau, Nakamura & Jew Attorneys At Law. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on real estate, construction, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1976), U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1993). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1976) and University of Hawaii (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hawaii State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Roy T. Ogawa is a lawyer practicing real property law, civil rights, litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Roy received a B.A. degree from University of Hawaii in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Roy practices at Ogawa, Lau, Nakamura & Jew Attorneys At Law in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Roy T. Ogawa's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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

Common questions about Roy T. Ogawa

Where is Roy T. Ogawa's law office located?
Roy T. Ogawa's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Ogawa, Lau, Nakamura & Jew Attorneys At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roy T. Ogawa handle?
Roy T. Ogawa focuses on real estate, construction, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Roy T. Ogawa practiced law?
Roy T. Ogawa has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Roy T. Ogawa go to law school?
Roy T. Ogawa earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Roy T. Ogawa for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Roy T. Ogawa received?
Roy T. Ogawa's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1976
B.A.
University of Hawaii
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1993

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