Stephen B. Yim
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010 About Stephen B. Yim
Stephen B. Yim is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Stephen B. Yim is recognized in the following practice area:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Yim and Yempuku, a Limited Liability Law Company
Education: Santa Clara University, J.D., graduated 1987
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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