Litigation: General Commercial - Hawaii
What the team is known for
Carlsmith Ball LLP has an eminent legal team in Hawaii handling complex litigation at trial and appellate levels. Its expertise covers a broad range of matters, including torts, class actions, white-collar investigations and partnership disputes. The firm also has a notable presence in litigation stemming from insurance and real estate issues. It has further capabilities in representing clients in financial and environmental litigation in state courts.
Strengths
''It's a highly skilled team with a broad range of strengths and deep experience."
Work highlights
Carlsmith Ball defended BorgWarner Morse Tec in a case involving product liability and negligence claims regarding a deceased pericardial mesothelioma plaintiff who alleges exposure to automotive friction products in the 1960s and 1970s caused his condition.
Notable practitioners
John Manaut is highly respected for his handling of big-ticket construction and environmental disputes, which form part of his broad civil litigation practice. He also takes on real estate and product liability mandates, as well as ADR proceedings. "John is instrumental in setting up and successfully presenting the strategy of our case."
