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Chief Justice Recktenwald Retained

Congratulations to Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald on being retained by the Judicial Selection Commission for a second term. Associate Justice Paula A. Nakayama administered the oath of office… read more

Live Webinar – Kanawai and Huliamahi: Remembering Law, Community, and Land in Music

Wednesday, September 16, 2020 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Telling today’s stories of natural resource disputes and victories through crafted songwriting, this program features mele (songs) that honor aina (land)… read more

Family Court Drug Court Graduation Celebration Extra Special

Wailuku, HI – Two Maui moms — Sunshine Puaoi (left) and Karissa Pietzke (right) — celebrated sobriety and reunification with their children along with graduating from Family Court Drug… read more

Understanding Filipinos and Racism in Hawaii: History and Experience — Video Available Now

WATCH VIDEO Racism has long played a part in shaping public perceptions of Filipinos and their experiences in Hawaii. In an effort to challenge common stereotypes and misconceptions, Lance… read more

Video Available Online – Footprints in the Sand: African American Attorneys in Hawaii

Who were attorneys T. McCants Stewart and George M. Johnson? What impact did these men have on Hawaii’s legal world? Sharing personal stories and research, attorney Daphne Barbee-Wooten will… read more

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Notice of Petition for Retention – The Honorable Sabrina S. McKenna (Release Date: 09/11/2020)

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Proposed Rule Changes

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 Rules of Court to Address Harassment and Discrimination within the Practice of Law--PROPOSALS FROM THE COMMISSION ON PROFESSIONALISM TO AMEND RULES OF COURT TO ADDRESS HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION WITHIN THE PRACTICE OF LAW
Comment Deadline: September 25, 2020
Proposal to Amend Rule 2.14 of the Rules of the Supreme Court of the State of Hawaii--AFFIDAVITS SUBMITTED DURING THE DISCIPLINARY RESIGNATION PROCESS ARE PUBLIC
Comment Deadline: October 16, 2020
Proposal for a New Rule 2.20 of the Rules of the Supreme Court of the State--GOVERNING TRUSTEESHIPS OVER ABANDONED LAW PRACTICES
Comment Deadline: October 16, 2020
Proposal to Promulgate a New Rule 23 of the Rules of the Supreme Court of the State of Hawaii--NEW RULE TO ESTABLISH A CIVIC EDUCATION COMMISSION
Comment Deadline: November 9, 2020