David F. E. Banks
About David F. E. Banks
David F. E. Banks is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. David F. E. Banks is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Corporate Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securities Regulation
Current Firm: Cades Schutte LLP
Education: Harvard University, LL.M, graduated 1986 and University of Miami School of Law, MA, graduated 1983
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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