Roy J. Bell III
About Roy J. Bell III
Roy J. Bell III is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Roy J. Bell III is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Law Office of Roy J. Bell
Education: University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 1969
Location: Honolulu, HI
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