Jeffrey T. Ono
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019 About Jeffrey T. Ono
Jeffrey T. Ono is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Jeffrey T. Ono is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Energy Regulatory Law
- Utilities Law
Current Firm: Watanabe Ing LLP
Education: University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1980
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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