Leighton M. Hara

Leighton M. Hara

Ota & Hara LLLC • Honolulu, HI
Personal InjuryEmployment LawEmployment LitigationInvestigations

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Contact

Email
Phone
(808) 670-1276
Address
Pacific Guardian Ctr., Honolulu, HI, 96813, US

Professional

About

Leighton represents clients in a wide range of high-stakes litigation, including disputes related to employment matters, contracts, personal injury, and commercial transactions. Leighton’s clients have included numerous high-profile corporations, executives, agencies, and organizations, including major airlines, hospitals, and hotels. Leighton has significant litigation experience, having participated in jury and non-jury trials in both state and federal courts. Prior to joining the firm, Leighton was a partner at Marr Jones & Wang LLLP, where he handled numerous employment litigation matters, conducted in-house trainings on best employment practices, and participated in corporate investigations. Leighton also practiced commercial litigation at Watanabe Ing, LLLP where he defended numerous corporations, governmental entities, and individuals in civil actions. Leighton served as a law clerk at the Circuit Court of the Third Circuit, State of Hawaii, to the Honorable Riki May Amano and the Honorable Terence T. Yoshioka. Mr. Hara is admitted to practice before all of the state and federal courts of the State of Hawaii, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States.

About Personal Injury Law

Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.

Credentials

Education
2002 University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1999 University of Hawaii, Manoa BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2018 Listed, Best Lawyers in America 2018 AV Peer Review Rating, Martdindale-Hubbell 2017 AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell 2016 AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell 2015 AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Associations
2018 - Present Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii Board of Directors 2017 - Present Arthritis Foundation of Hawaii Member, Board of Directors 2013 - Present Hawaii Baptist Academy Alumni Association President 2012 - Present Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii Board of Governors American Bar Association Member
Speaking
2015 State Farm Conference Employment Law Basics 2013 Torres Roofing Harassment Training 2013 Corporate Training for Ichiriki Restaurants Training
Updated: Mar 08, 2026