Paul M. Saito
About Paul M. Saito
Paul M. Saito is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2017. Paul M. Saito is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Cades Schutte LLP
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Honolulu, HI
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