Consider offering your expertise or fresh ideas to the 2027 Young Lawyers Division Board or Senior Counsel Division by running in the next election as an officer or director!

 

YLD Board - The following YLD officer positions will be available from January 2027: Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary; and Director positions for Oahu, Kauai, East Hawaii, and West Hawaii. Active and inactive members are eligible to run in this election.  If interested, please submit cover letter and short bio to yldhawaii@gmail.com.

 

SCD Board - Volunteer for the HSBA Senior Counsel Division Board of Directors! Be a part of developing and promoting programs serving the senior members of the bar. The following SCD officer positions will be available in January 2027: Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary; and Director positions for O‘ahu (3). Submit a letter of interest, short bio, and headshot to scd@hsba.org by Friday, July 31, 2026.

The Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education is seeking applicants to fill three expiring attorney terms on its Board beginning on October 2, 2026 and expiring October 1, 2029.  

 

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: participating in quarterly board meetings, occasionally reviewing applications for CLE credits, and providing recommendations to the HSBA staff for various oversight issues that arise.  Prior experience in CLE organization or coordination is preferred.  Board positions are uncompensated.  

 

If interested in serving, please submit a resume, cover letter, and area of law practice to the Nominating Committee at nominations@hsba.org no later than Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Register Here!

Questions? Contact the HSBA Programs Department at (808) 792-7336 or CLE@hsba.org.

🌺 Why Hawaii Attorneys Choose LRIS

• Qualified Referrals — Every caller is screened by  LRIS staff, ensuring you receive clients who match your practice areas and meet your criteria.
• Consistent Case Flow — LRIS operates year round, providing a reliable source of new clients without the cost of advertising.
• Professional Credibility — Being part of a respected statewide referral program enhances your visibility and reinforces your reputation for service.
• Access to Underserved Communities — LRIS helps bridge the justice gap, connecting attorneys with individuals who may not otherwise find legal help.
• Flexible Participation — Choose your practice areas, set your availability, and accept only the referrals that fit your caseload.

⚖️ How the Program Works

1. Client Intake — LRIS staff gather essential information and determine the caller’s legal needs.
2. Targeted Referral — The system matches the client with an attorney in the appropriate practice area.
3. Email sent to attorney and to expect a call for potential client.

Join now for just $325 and receive referrals through the end of the LRIS fiscal year June 30, 2027 using this link.
Or to speak with the Administrator call 808-792-7350.

The Criminal Division of the First Circuit Court is seeking attorneys interested in serving as court appointed counsel in criminal cases.

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of Hawai‘i and have experience in litigation and/or criminal practice. Applicants should indicate whether they have a preference of offense classifications for which they would like to be considered.

Attorneys from all islands are welcome to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to:
Judge Ronald G. Johnson
Criminal Administrative Judge
777 Punchbowl St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone: 808-539-4173
Email: 17thdivision.1cc@courts.hawaii.gov

The Young Lawyers Division is looking for Legal Lines volunteers. Legal Lines is a weekly hotline with services provided by attorney volunteers every Wednesday night from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Attorneys provide legal information to the general public. Calls are being answered remotely and will be forwarded to your mobile phone, so you can take calls from your office or home. If you are interested in providing legal information to the public in these trying times, please contact the YLD at yldhawaii@gmail.com.

The Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi, Hawaiʻi State Judiciary, and bar associations across the state proudly recognize the following firms and attorneys who volunteered at the Honolulu Access to Justice Room and Self-Help Centers during May 2026. Their service helped provide critical legal information and support to self-represented litigants across the islands. Mahalo to each volunteer for helping expand access to justice throughout Hawaiʻi.

Honolulu Access to Justice Room

Cades Schutte LLP

Sclack Ito LLLC

Andy Lei

Caitlin Moon

Davis Prendergast

Derek Kobayashi

Ellen Ashford

Erika Gustin

Gilbert Doles

Jake Honigman

Jay Nakasone

Jeremy O'Steen

Kaiwi Ching

Kimi Andrew

Lloyd Lim

Mark Murakami

Mike Goodman

Nicole Yamane

Pohai N. Campbell

Reyn Ono

Tatjana Johnson

Trever Asam

William Morrison

Kaua'i Self-Help Center

Kyle Dowd

Laura Barzilai

Sean Hartlieb

Maui Self-Help Center

Adrianne N. Heely Caires

Brian Bilberry

Leslee Matthews

Marcus Sierra

Richard A. Priest Jr.

Sam Shnider

Wendy Hudson

Kona Self-Help Center

Carol Kitaoka

Georgette Yaindl

Jessica Hatcher

Judy Howard

Lezlie Kiaha

Liz Geddes

Nicholas Kittleson

Rachel Thompson

Scott Shishido

Hilo Self-Help Center

Alan Komagome

Georgia Berrenberg

Jennifer Zelko

Jessica Uchida

Justin Lee

Karly Aoki

Lea Cooper

Rebecca Lester

Scott Shishido

Sheena Crail

Mahalo for your service and dedication. To join our growing pro bono network and support access to justice in your community, please contact Tiane Inciong at tiane.inciong@legalaidhawaii.org.

Legal Aid offers complimentary, online, on-demand training sessions for pro bono attorneys, covering divorce, custody, and paternity law. These sessions provide a thorough introduction to divorce, custody, and paternity law and procedures, focusing on essential information that volunteers need to assist self-represented litigants at Self-Help Centers or to support pro bono cases. CLE credit is available for participants.

To learn more about accessing these training sessions and pro bono opportunities, please reach out to Tiane Inciong at tiane.inciong@legalaidhawaii.org.

The Honolulu Access to Justice now offers both remote, and in-person services at the courthouse, and we need your help!

By volunteering, you play a crucial role in bridging the justice gap for self-represented litigants facing legal challenges in landlord-tenant disputes, small claims, debt collection, and other district court matters.

Volunteer Opportunities:

In-Person Shifts: First Wednesday of the month at Honolulu District Court (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) (11:00 AM- 1:00 PM)

Remote Shifts: All other Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) (11:00 AM- 1:00 PM)

Why Volunteer?

• Flexible 2-hour shifts available
• Comprehensive online training provided (CLE Available)
• Ongoing support to ensure you feel confident and prepared.
• Choose between remote or in-person options to fit your schedule.
• Meaningful pro bono work!

Whether you’re a returning volunteer or new to the program, your participation is vital to ensuring access to justice for our community.

Interested? Have Questions?

Visit their website.

Contact: Tiane Inciong at tiane.inciong@legalaidhawaii.org for more details.

Hawai‘i Online Pro Bono (HOP) has become a primary, alternative way for people to request assistance with their legal issues. Attorneys can work from home to answer questions. HOP asks for your assistance answering 1 or 2 (or more!) questions on its website. Individuals have questions posted including but not limited to family law, estate planning, landlord-tenant, small claims, and bankruptcy. A few minutes of your time can make a world of difference to Hawai‘i residents in need.

In response to the Maui Fires, a new topic was added to answer basic Maui Disaster Relief questions, in the areas of Private Landlord/ Tenant, Family Law, Collections/Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, and Estate Planning.

A new branch of the existing Hawai‘i Online Pro Bono is specifically for federal legal matters including immigration and veterans issues has launched here.

Please reach out to HOP if you have any questions on how to set up a volunteer attorney account at hopadmin@vlsh.org.

For more information about volunteering see link, Get Involved – Volunteer Legal Services of Hawaiʻi

Or call the Intake Line:

(808) 528-7046

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Fax: (808) 524-2147

If you have questions or need help, don't hesitate to contact our support team!

 

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