Hawaii

Founded in 1857, Carlsmith Ball represented Hawaii’s earliest condominium projects, and it also welcomed the state’s first woman lawyer. Since its foundation in Hilo, the firm has branched out across Hawaii with offices in Honolulu, Maui and Kona and it has grown with over 60 attorneys. In addition, the law firm has an office in Los Angeles.  

The firm stands out for its merger and acquisition practice, particularly for corporations looking to expand into Hawaii and the Pacific Rim. In addition, the firm is active in real estate. 

The bilingual capacity of some of the firm’s attorney has helped to create a dedicated Greater China practice group that advises Chinese investors. Over the research period, the firm launched an environmental practice group, which focuses on environmental issues in the Pacific region. 

A standout firm in Hawaii, Cades Schutte is a full service firm with more than 70 lawyers in Honolulu, Kona, Waimea, Kahului and Lihue. Founded in 1922, the law firm has become a leader in the Pacific region with an emphasis on M&A and real estate work. The firm has a range of international clients, particularly from Asia. 

The firm’s corporate practice assists clients in entity selection and formations, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and equity investments, often involving multiple jurisdictions and different industries. The firm has represented various petroleum members in mergers and acquisitions. Food and beverage, tourism, renewable energy and natural resources are other key sectors where the firm is particularly active.  

Over the research period, the real estate team hired partner Michele Sunahara Loudermilk who previously worked at Alexander & Baldwin, a Hawaii real estate company.  

Founded in 1857, Carlsmith Ball represented Hawaii’s earliest condominium projects, and it also welcomed the state’s first woman lawyer. Since its foundation in Hilo, the firm has branched out across Hawaii with offices in Honolulu, Maui and Kona and it has grown with over 60 attorneys. In addition, the law firm has an office in Los Angeles.  

The firm stands out for its merger and acquisition practice, particularly for corporations looking to expand into Hawaii and the Pacific Rim. In addition, the firm is active in real estate. 

The bilingual capacity of some of the firm’s attorney has helped to create a dedicated Greater China practice group that advises Chinese investors. Over the research period, the firm launched an environmental practice group, which focuses on environmental issues in the Pacific region.