James A. "Jim" Kawachika
About James A. Kawachika
James A. Kawachika is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. James A. Kawachika is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Deeley King Pang & Van Etten LLLP
Education: University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1973
Location: Honolulu, HI
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