Cecily D.M. Kaya
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2022 About Cecily D.M. Kaya
Cecily D.M. Kaya is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2022. Cecily D.M. Kaya is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Labor and Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Marr Jones & Wang LLP
Education: University of Hawaii at Manoa, J.D., graduated 2015
Location: Honolulu, HI
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