Applicants Sought for Disciplinary Board of the Hawaii Supreme Court
Posted on May 4, 2016 in Press ReleasesHONOLULU, HI – The Hawaii Supreme Court is seeking both attorney and non-attorney applicants to fill six positions on the Disciplinary Board that will be expiring shortly.
The term of each position is three years, beginning July 1, 2016. Board members serve without compensation, but travel is reimbursed.
The Hawaii Supreme Court Disciplinary Board oversees the Office of Disciplinary Counsel, which investigates allegations of attorney misconduct and incapacity, and recommends appropriate action to the Hawaii Supreme Court to effectuate the purposes of its Disciplinary Rules.
Qualifications for Disciplinary Board positions include sound judgment, and a willingness and ability to devote time to perform necessary duties, including learning the procedures, methods and functions of the Board. Other qualifications include experience in specialized areas that will aid in the evaluation and analysis of complaints and recommendations for discipline.
The application deadline is May 16, 2016. Those interested in serving should submit a resume and letter indicating their interest to:
Gayle J. Lau
Nominating Committee
Supreme Court of Hawaii
P.O. Box 26436
Honolulu, HI 96825
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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