Appearing before a judge in a criminal case can be a traumatic experience for anyone, but the process can be even more difficult for veterans, many of whom have PTSD.... read more

Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald has appointed Lloyd A. Poelman as judge of the District Court of the Second Circuit (County of Maui). Poelman has practiced law for 27 years... read more

Heather E. Pitvorec, an official court reporter in the Second Circuit, has applied for an unpaid position on the Hawai`i Board of Certified Shorthand Reporters. The Board examines applicants for... read more

Retired Hawaii Supreme Court Justice James E. Duffy, Jr., received the National Center for State Courts’ (NCSC) Distinguished Service Award, one of the highest awards presented by the NCSC. Justice... read more

A VOLUNTEER’S VOLUNTEER–Wayne Sakai (center) was once again recognized for having contributed over 1,000 volunteer hours in a year. Mr. Sakai is pictured with Administrative Director of the Courts Rod... read more

Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald untied the maile lei officially launching the new self-help desk at the Kona courthouse. The desk will be staffed by volunteer attorneys who will assist pro... read more

The Third Circuit Court is expanding its volunteer attorney assistance program to Kona. A ceremony on Monday, September 23, 2013, at 11:45 a.m. at the Keakealani courthouse in Kealakekua will... read more

The Hawai`i Supreme Court is seeking nominations or applications for one unpaid position on the six-member Hawai`i Board of Certified Shorthand Reporters. The member selected must be an “official reporter”... read more

Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald announced today that he is seeking written comment on judicial nominees for the current vacancy at the District Court of the Second Circuit (county of... read more

The Nominating Committee of the Supreme Court has announced it is accepting applications from attorneys wishing to serve as members of the Board of Bar Examiners. The Committee will make... read more