Summer H. Kaiawe
About Summer H. Kaiawe
Summer H. Kaiawe is a lawyer based in Honolulu, HI and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2022. Summer H. Kaiawe is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Commercial Litigation
- Intellectual Property Law
- Land Use and Zoning Law
Current Firm: Watanabe Ing LLP
Education: University of Hawaii at Manoa, Juris Doctorate, graduated 2011, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Masters in Accounting, graduated 2008, and University of Hawaii at Manoa, BBA in Accounting, graduated 2007
Location: Honolulu, HI
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