Jared N. Kawashima
About Jared N. Kawashima
Jared N. Kawashima is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Jared N. Kawashima is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Yee & Kawashima LLLP
Education: San Francisco Law School, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: Honolulu, HI
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