At this engaging three-day event, you'll have opportunities to network, find a mentor, preview emerging technology, hone your leadership skills, and participate in continuing education. Whether you are a junior or senior industry professional, it's an event you won't want to miss!
Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is automatic for all HSBA members until the end of the calendar year in which you turn 36 years old or if you have been in practice less than five years anywhere. See our Bylaws for more information. The YLD aims to provide its members with opportunities for professional development, to promote camaraderie among members, and to equip members with the skills to grow, thrive, and promote the public welfare. We invite and encourage members to take an active role in the YLD! Contact us at [email protected] with questions, comments, or suggestions. Feel free to join us at our monthly meetings. See our current meeting schedule. The YLD is a proud affiliate of the Young Lawyers Division of the American Bar Association (ABA). For more information regarding the ABA YLD activities and resources, see the ABA YLD website. - Addison Bonner, HSBA YLD President
YLD Board Members (left to right): Michi Momose, Kyleigh Nakasone, Leo Shimizu, Nelisa Asato, Christopher St. Sure, Addison Bonner, Jasmine Wong, Sabrina Kawana, Ryan Kanaka’ole, Kelden Waltjen Not pictured: Marissa Agena, Nicole Bowman, Christilei Hessler, Tiffany Kaeo, Kristen Spees Marchello and Daniel Padilla
Description: YLD Directors coordinate professional legal and personal development opportunities to help enrich HSBA members both in their professional careers and personal lives. Timeframe: January 2019 – December 2019, ongoing basis. Timeframe: January 2019 – December 2019, ongoing basis. 2019 Committee Members:
Description: YLD Directors coordinate YLD social media platforms, which include Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. At least one member of the Social Networking Committee is expected to attend YLD events to provide timely information to YLD’s social network. Timeframe: January 2019 – December 2019, ongoing basis. 2019 Committee Members:
Description: YLD Directors coordinate and schedule various gatherings and networking opportunities for HSBA members to help promote camaraderie and civility. Timeframe: January 2019 – December 2019, ongoing basis. 2019 Committee Members:
Volunteer attorneys coach high school mock trial teams as they prepare to take a case from start to finish. The program culminates in mock trial competitions between schools and a State Championship at the Hawaii Supreme Court.
Volunteer attorneys visit 3rd, 4th & 5th grade classrooms statewide and help students to think about the challenges they face each day and how they can make ethical decisions when “feeling the pressure."
The Young Lawyers Division, YLD, provides free legal information in person at different locations throughout the state and via phone calls on KHON2’s Action Line during Law Week
Volunteer attorneys host a telephone hotline every Wednesday evening from the hours of 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Legal Line is limited to the hour. The volunteer attorneys provide free legal information to the public.
We invite and encourage members to take an active role in Young Lawyers Division!
Smarter Legal Research included with your HSBA Membership