The Judicial Council is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Hawai`i State Ethics Commission due to the departure of Jacqueline Kido. The successful applicant will fill Kido’s term,... read more
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The Hawaii State Judiciary is inviting members of the public to provide input on the Hawaii state courts by completing an anonymous online survey. The survey, which takes approximately 15... read more
A new self-help center for parties who do not have an attorney representing them in a civil case is open on the first floor of the state courthouse in Hilo.... read more
Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald has selected Joseph E. Cardoza as Chief Judge and Administrative Judge of the Second Circuit (County of Maui). Judge Cardoza has served as a circuit court... read more
The Hawaii State Judiciary will celebrate Law Day exploring Supreme Courts around the world with Dr. Douglas Askman, an associate professor of History at Hawai‘i Pacific University. Dr. Askman has... read more
The following individual has applied for an unpaid position on the Hawai`i Board of Certified Shorthand Reporters. Name Current Employment/Position Ralph Rosenberg Freelance Court Reporter/CSR #179 The Board examines applicants... read more
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald has appointed Adrianne N. Heely as judge of the District Family Court of the Second Circuit (County of Maui). Heely fills the vacancy created by... read more
The Attorney and Judges Assistance Program, Disciplinary Board, and Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection have openings on their respective boards. General qualifications include sound judgment, affirmative interest in the organization,... read more
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald has selected a site across the street from the West Hawai`i Civic Center for the new judiciary complex in Kona. The 10-acre Kealakehe parcel is... read more
Hawai`i Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald is seeking applicants for Chair of the Hawai`i State Elections Commission. The chief justice is required to promptly fill any elections commission... read more