Atty. Thomas Ryder Sylvester

Atty. Thomas Ryder Sylvester

Thomas Ryder Sylvester is a lawyer practicing real estate, aviation law, construction law and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Honolulu Honolulu 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Ryder Sylvester at a glance

Thomas Ryder Sylvester is a Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Law Offices of Thomas R. Sylvester. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, real estate, construction, adr, and aviation. Admitted to practice in California (1981), U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981), and Hawaii (1985). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1980) and Harvard University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hawaii State Bar Association. Serands clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Ryder Sylvester is a lawyer practicing real estate, aviation law, construction law and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Thomas practices at Law Offices of Thomas R. Sylvester in Honolulu, HI

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Ryder Sylvester's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Thomas Ryder Sylvester is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Hawaii →

Real Estate Law

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

Thomas Ryder Sylvester is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Hawaii →

Construction Law

Thomas Ryder Sylvester is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Hawaii →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Thomas Ryder Sylvester is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Hawaii →

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

Thomas Ryder Sylvester is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation 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 Thomas Ryder Sylvester

Where is Thomas Ryder Sylvester's law office located?
Thomas Ryder Sylvester's law practice is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm is Law Offices of Thomas R. Sylvester. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Ryder Sylvester handle?
Thomas Ryder Sylvester focuses on trusts, real estate, construction, adr, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Hawaii.
How long has Thomas Ryder Sylvester practiced law?
Thomas Ryder Sylvester has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Thomas Ryder Sylvester go to law school?
Thomas Ryder Sylvester earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Thomas Ryder Sylvester for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Ryder Sylvester 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 Thomas Ryder Sylvester received?
Thomas Ryder Sylvester's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1980
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
Hawaii
Admitted: 1985

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