Jerel I. Yamamoto

Jerel I. Yamamoto is a business lawyer who advises clients on real estate, quiet title, mortgage foreclosure, business law and corporate matters, and trust, estate planning, and probate issues at Nakamoto, Okamoto & Yamamoto, Attorneys At Law, A Law Corporation. He brings decades of legal experience to matters that often involve major property rights, business decisions, and family planning concerns. His work focuses on clear advice, careful analysis, and practical solutions. Clients rely on him to explain legal options in plain language and to guide them through each stage of the legal process with steady, informed representation.

Jerel earned his A.B., summa cum laude, from the University of Southern California in 1977. He then received his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 1980. His academic background reflects strong discipline, careful study, and a deep understanding of the law. That foundation supports his work across several practice areas and helps him address both simple and complex legal issues. His education continues to shape his thoughtful approach to advising clients and managing matters with close attention to detail.

Jerel, admitted to practice in Hawaii in 1980, later gained admission to the U.S. District Court for the District of Hawaii in 1988 and to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. In 1989, he was admitted to the U.S. Tax Court. These admissions reflect a broad legal career and a practice built on skill, experience, and trust. He serves clients facing disputes, transactions, and planning matters that require careful legal guidance and dependable advocacy.

Jerel I. Yamamoto helps people protect property interests, address title problems, respond to foreclosure matters, and manage important business and estate concerns through his practice. He works to give clients confidence during legal matters that can feel stressful or uncertain. His service also includes professional leadership and public service, including work as President of the Hawaii County Bar Association in 1996 and as an arbitrator in the Court Annexed Arbitration Program. His career reflects a commitment to clients and the legal profession.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Nakamoto, Okamoto and Yamamoto, Attorneys at Law, A Law Corporation
• Member, Hawaii State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Hawaii

Education

• Georgetown University Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Southern California
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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