Leighton M. Hara
About Leighton M. Hara
Leighton M. Hara is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Leighton M. Hara is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Employment Law - Individuals
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Ota & Hara LLLC
Education: University of Hawaii at Manoa, J.D., graduated 2002
Location: Honolulu, HI
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