Christopher T. "Chris" Goodin
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020 About Christopher T. Goodin
Christopher T. Goodin is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Christopher T. Goodin is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Cades Schutte LLP
Education: University of Hawaii at Manoa, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Honolulu, HI
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Published Works · Hawaii Conveyance Manual II (Editor), 1988 · Hawaii Commercial Real Estate Manual (Contributing Editor), 1988 Representative Clients · Nauru Tower · Hawaiki Tower · Keauhou Golf Course · Kiahuna Golf Club · Kiahuna Plantation · The Pointe at Poipu · Kiahuna Shopping Village-Phase I · Vista Waikoloa · Hualalai Resort
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