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March 2026

Ilana Waxman, Hawaii State Bar Foundation President

HSBF's Annual Law Day Golf Tournament Returns

Members of Hawaiʻi’s legal community are invited to take part in one of the profession’s most anticipated annual traditions—the Hawaiʻi State Bar Foundation’s Law Day Golf Tournament on Monday April 27, 2026. This event brings together attorneys, judges, law firms, and supporters for a day of camaraderie, friendly competition, and fundraising in support of access to justice across the state.

The 2026 Law Day Golf Tournament will be held at Oʻahu Country Club in Honolulu, with morning registration and check-in followed by a full day of play on one of Oʻahu’s most scenic and historic courses. The tournament will conclude with an awards banquet, where participants can reconnect with colleagues and celebrate the day’s highlights.

Organized each year by the Hawaiʻi State Bar Foundation (HSBF), the tournament plays an important role in supporting programs that expand access to legal services for underserved communities. Proceeds from the event help fund nonprofit legal organizations, educational initiatives, and outreach efforts that ensure individuals and families throughout Hawaiʻi have access to legal assistance when they need it most.

The tournament is designed to be enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. In addition to the round of golf, participants can look forward to a variety of on-course contests and activities, including longest drive and closest-to-the-pin challenges, along with other opportunities to support the Foundation’s work while enjoying the day.

Registration includes a grab-and-go lunch, refreshments on the course, participation in games and contests, and admission to the post-tournament awards banquet. Law firms, legal organizations, and businesses are also encouraged to participate through sponsorship opportunities, which help make the event possible while providing visibility within Hawaiʻi’s legal community.

Beyond the competition, the Law Day Golf Tournament provides a valuable opportunity for members of the bench and bar to gather outside the courtroom and office. Attorneys from private practice, government, nonprofit organizations, and the judiciary are invited to come together in a relaxed setting that fosters connection and strengthens the bonds of Hawaiʻi’s legal community.

The Hawaiʻi State Bar Foundation has long been committed to advancing justice and supporting the rule of law through education, outreach, and grantmaking. Events like the Law Day Golf Tournament allow members of the legal profession to contribute directly to that mission while enjoying a memorable day with colleagues.

Attorneys, firms, and friends of the legal community are encouraged to register early, form teams, and join the HSBF in celebrating Law Day on the course. Participation not only supports important community programs, but also continues a long-standing tradition that highlights the legal profession’s shared commitment to service and access to justice.

Get your tickets today at https://hsbfhi.org/!