Gail Otsuka Ayabe
About Gail Otsuka Ayabe
Gail Otsuka Ayabe is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Gail Otsuka Ayabe is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Banking and Finance Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel LLP
Education: University of California Los Angeles, J.D., graduated 1986 and University of Washington, BA
Location: Honolulu, HI
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