Collin M. "Marty" Fritz

Gerald A. Sumida is a partner in Carlsmith Ball LLP's Honolulu office and Chair of the firm's Corporate & Business Practice Group. He concentrates on business structuring and operations, including corporate, limited liability company, joint venture and partnership matters; business acquisitions; sales and mergers; securities law; start-up company and venture capital financing; administrative and public utilities law; energy law, including energy project development and project finance; an...

Clifford J. Miller is Co-Founder of the firm, a Senior Member of its Executive Committee, and Chairman of the Business/Real Estate practice group. For more than 37 years Cliff has represented and advised institutions and individuals in a broad and widely varied range of business matters, including the following: · Structuring, negotiating and documenting commercial and residential real estate development projects, acquisitions and dispositions, including office buildings, resort hotels...

Madeleine M.V. Young practices in the firm’s Wills, Trusts & Estates and Business & Commercial Law practice groups. Her practice focuses on probate and trust litigation, estate planning, conservatorship and guardianship proceedings, estate and trust administration, and property conveyances. Madeleine previously practiced at various private law firms in California and Hawaii, and is experienced in complex business disputes. Prior to joining Damon Key in 2013, she was an attorney ...

John R. Aube is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Banking and Finance Law. John R. practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii Best Lawyers has recognized John R. Aube since 2006. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John R. Aube is held by other lawyers.

Michael C. Carroll is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Real Estate and Real Estate Law. Michael C. practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii Best Lawyers has recognized Michael C. Carroll since 2017. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael C. Carroll is held by other lawyers.

Nicole Kalakau is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Nicole practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii Best Lawyers has recognized Nicole Kalakau since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Nicole Kalakau is held by other lawyers.

David A. Nakashima is a litigation attorney with more than thirty-five years of experience representing businesses and individuals in complex disputes. Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, he works with clients at Nakashima Ching LLC to address a wide range of commercial, real estate, and construction-related matters. His practice focuses on careful analysis, practical strategy, and effective advocacy tailored to each client’s objectives. David’s recognized practice areas include Bet-the-Co...

Na Lan is a Director at Damon Key and brings to the firm a unique combination of capabilities and experience in the areas of condominium and community association law, immigration, business and real property transactions, and dispute resolution for Mandarin-speaking investors and business owners. Born and raised in China, she is fluent in both Mandarin Chinese and English. Ms. Lan once again was selected by her peers for inclusion in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for he...

Gregory M. Sato is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management. Gregory M. practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory M. Sato since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gregory M. Sato is held by other lawyers.

Jon M.H. Pang is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Jon M.H. practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii Best Lawyers has recognized Jon M.H. Pang since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jon M.H. Pang is held by other lawyers.