Seeking Applicants for First Circuit (Oahu) Independent Grand Jury Counsel
Posted on Sep 14, 2020 in News & Reports, Press Releases
The Circuit Court of the First Circuit is seeking applicants for Independent Grand Jury Counsel. The compensation shall be as provided by law.
Article I, Section 11 of the Constitution of the state of Hawaii establishes that whenever a grand jury is impaneled, an independent counsel shall be appointed as provided by law, to advise the members of the grand jury regarding matters brought before it.
In accordance with Hawaii Revised Statutes (§612-51 to §612-57), the chief justice of the state supreme court appoints grand jury counsel for the four judicial circuits of the state, selecting from among those individuals licensed to practice law in Hawaii who are not public employees.
To be considered for a one-year appointment, please submit a letter indicating your interest and a resume by December 4, 2020 to:
Judge Shirley M. Kawamura
777 Punchbowl Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
For more information, contact the Communications and Community Relations Office at 808-539-4909 or via email at pao@courts.hawaii.gov.
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