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John L. Knorek is an attorney based in Honolulu, HAWAII. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. John has over 45 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Honolulu, HAWAII
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Honolulu, HAWAII.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Honolulu) (2021).
About John L. Knorek: John L. Knorek is an attorney based in Honolulu, HAWAII. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. John has over 45 years of legal experience.
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John L. Knorek represents clients in Honolulu, Hawaii across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About John L. Knorek
John L. Knorek, a Director at the firm, provides counsel and representation to large and small employers in all aspects of employment and wrongful discharge law. His practice also includes collective bargaining negotiations, affirmative action compliance, mediation and arbitration. He provides training to businesses on employment discrimination and preventative personnel practices, including family leave, disability law and sexual harassment. Mr. Knorek is a founding co-editor of the Hawaii Chamber of Commerce's Desk Manual for Employers and its Model Employer Handbook.
Practice Areas: Labor and Employment, Employment Litigation, Employment Compliance, Labor Relations
Credentials
Education
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1981
University of Cincinnati
B.A. and M.P.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
Hawaii
1981 · ACTIVE
United States, U.S.
1981 · ACTIVE
United States, U.S.
1981 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Honolulu)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Honolulu)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Honolulu)
2015
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Affirmative Action Plans
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration and Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Discrimination
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wage-Hour Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Hawaii's Best Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA Client's Guide
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers for Employment and Labor Law
2026
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What areas of law does John L. Knorek practice?
John L. Knorek focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Where is John L. Knorek located?
John L. Knorek primarily serves clients in Honolulu, Hawaii, with an office at 700 Bishop Street.
How experienced is John L. Knorek?
John L. Knorek has 45 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1981.
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