Atty. Steven Guttman

Atty. Steven Guttman

Steven Guttman is a lawyer practicing real estate law, bankruptcy law, corporate law. Steven received a B.A. degree from California State College in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Honolulu Honolulu 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Guttman at a glance

Steven Guttman is a Partner based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Kessner Umebayashi Bain & Matsunaga Attorneys at Law A Law Corporation. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1977). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1973) and California State College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hawaii State (Director and President, Bankruptcy Law Section, 1993) Bar Association Bankruptcy Roundtable. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Guttman is a lawyer practicing real estate law, bankruptcy law, corporate law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from California State College in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Steven practices at Kessner Umebayashi Bain & Matsunaga Attorneys at Law A Law Corporation in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Guttman's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

Steven Guttman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Hawaii →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Steven Guttman is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Hawaii →

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 Steven Guttman

Where is Steven Guttman's law office located?
Steven Guttman's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Kessner Umebayashi Bain & Matsunaga Attorneys at Law A Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Guttman handle?
Steven Guttman focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Steven Guttman practiced law?
Steven Guttman has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Steven Guttman go to law school?
Steven Guttman earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Steven Guttman for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Guttman 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 Steven Guttman received?
Steven Guttman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1973
B.A.
California State College
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1977

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