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Joseph A. Ernst

Recognized by Best Lawyers® since 2021.
120 Pauahi Street, Suite 312 Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3046
(808) 523-5358
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jae@torkildson.com
Firm: Torkildson, Katz, Hetherington, Harris & Knorek, A.L.C.
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Torkildson, Katz, Hetherington, Harris & Knorek, A.L.C.


Years In Practice

13


Phone Number (808) 523-5358

Joseph A. Ernst is a Director of the firm and a member of the employment law department. His practice involves counseling and defending employers in all aspects of employment law, including defense of wrongful discharge, discrimination, harassment, whistleblower, and retaliation claims. He also assists clients with employer compliance with state and federal employment and labor laws.

Practice Areas: Labor and Employment, Employment Litigation, Employment Compliance, Labor Relations

What legal services does this lawyer offer?
Administrative / Regulatory Law
Employment Law - Management
Labor Law - Management
Bar Admissions
Hawaii
Admitted in 2008
United States District Court for the District of Hawaii
Admitted in 2008
Awards
  • Hawaii Super Lawyers 2014-2017

  • 2018 "Rising Stars" List
  • HONOLULU Magazine's 2021 "Best Lawyers" List
Organizations & Affiliations
American Bar Association - Labor and Employment Law Section
Hawaii Employers Counsel
Hawaii State Bar Association
Shriners Hospital for Children - Honolulu
Society for Human Resource Management
Society for Human Resource Management - Hawaii Chapter
Languages
English
Education
University of Pittsburgh, Juris Doctor
Graduated 2008
University of Tampa, Bachelor of Arts
Graduated 2005
Contact Details and Office Locations
Office: (808) 523-5358
Office: (808) 523-6000
jae@torkildson.com
120 Pauahi St
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
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120 Pauahi Street, Suite 312
Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3046
Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3046
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700 Bishop St Fl 15
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
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Honolulu, Hawaii 96813-4187
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