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Kawashima, Montalbano, and Ho Sworn In

HONOLULU — A limited in-person crowd and many more family, friends, and colleagues watched the livestream as the Supreme Court convened in special session for the swearing in of James… read more

Rock for Justice Returns

More than three years since the April 2019 “Rock for Justice III,” timeless rock ‘n’ roll band the Judicats returned to “Rock for Justice,” delighting a packed house with a… read more

Kauai Attorneys Learn “Do’s and Don’ts”

LIHUE, Hawaii — The Kauai Bar Association recently held a training session called, “Do’s and Don’ts of Practicing in the Fifth Circuit.” It featured the Office of Disciplinary Counsel on… read more

Season of Gratitude for Maui Drug Court Graduates

WAILUKU, Hawaii — The timing was perfect and the gathering intimate as three individuals gave thanks and celebrated their graduation from the Maui Drug Court. Under the leadership of the… read more

Jenny Silbiger Honored by Hawaii Women Lawyers

HONOLULU — State Law Librarian and Access to Justice Coordinator Jenny Silbiger, was recently honored by the Hawaii Women Lawyers with its Distinguished Service Award. She and her fellow awardees… read more

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The Supreme Court of Hawai`i seeks your comments on proposed rules changes when documents appear below. You may submit your comments in writing to the Judiciary Communications and Community Relations Office by mail to 417 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813, by FAX to 808-539-4801, or via our online form.

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Proposal to Amend Rule 40.1 of the Hawaii Rules of Appellate Procedure--CONTENT OF CERTIORARI RESPONSES AND DEADLINE COMPUTATION
Comment Deadline: December 30, 2022
Proposal to Amend Rule 5.1 of the Hawaii Rules of Professional Conduct-- EMPHASIZING ROLE OF SUPERVISORY ATTORNEYS IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF LAW-STUDENT INTERNS
Comment Deadline: January 19, 2023
Proposal for a New Rule 7 of the Rules of the Supreme Court of the State of Hawaii -- AMENDING THE LAW-STUDENT INTERN PRACTICE PROGRAM
Comment Deadline: January 19, 2023
Proposal to Amend Rule 4 and Commentary of the Hawaii Probate Rules -- PLACING PAGE LIMITS ON PETITIONS AND OTHER FILINGS
Comment Deadline: January 24, 2023

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