Real Estate - Hawaii
What the team is known for
Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher has a full-service real estate law team in Hawaii that takes on sales, leasing and development-related issues. Additional expertise includes handling contentious matters, including eminent domain proceedings. Highlighted for its experience handling transactions in the hospitality, resort and retail sectors, and in providing support to outside investors financing projects in Hawaii. The firm also regularly coordinates complex due diligence investigations.
Strengths
"''The firm provides unique strategic insight.''"
"The lawyers are all very knowledgeable, efficient and prompt. They also provide thoughtful analysis."
Notable practitioners
Kenneth Marcus is at the forefront of the Hawaiian real estate market. He is also singled out for his considerable expertise in handling matters in the hospitality and leisure space. His widely admired practice includes advising on acquisitions, divestitures and the development of real estate projects.
Duane Fisher is highly regarded for his experience in sizable real estate transactions. He also offers expertise in construction law matters.
Ivan Lui-Kwan regularly represents clients in both contentious and transactional matters in the real estate space. He has further experience on matters relating to entitlements and acquisitions. "Ivan is a knowledgeable lawyer."
Norman Cheng is recognized for his work on corporate transactions in the hotels and resorts space. He offers experienced advice on purchase and sale agreements, permits and financing. "''Norman is an excellent attorney with practical solutions. He is also a strong negotiator.''"
Trevor Brown has a solid practice in redevelopment proposal arbitration, ground leasing and development negotiations. "''Trevor is really dedicated and intelligent.''"
Lindsay Orman actively acts on matters concerning legislation, investment structuring, acquisition and lease negotiation for clients in the hospitality sector. "Lindsay has an outstanding command of Hawaii real estate legal matters."