Hsba Happenings

• Publication year: 2020

HSBA HAPPENINGS

Board Action

The HSBA Board took the following actions at its meeting in May:

• Voted to respond to HSBA member who objected to the HSBA sending an e-blast on behalf of the Attorney General's office that provided information on procedural changes for service of process;

• Voted to approve of HSBA efforts to coordinate a statewide legal community fundraising project in partnership with the Hawaii Foodbank to assist local residents in meeting their nutritional needs; and

• Voted to remove the Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii ("VLSH") donation check box from the 2021 attorney license registration form.

The HSBA Board took the following actions at its meeting in June:

• Voted to retain the VLSH donation accommodation on the 2021 attorney license registration form as follows:

• The VLSH donation check box will be listed as an "opt-in" choice.

• HSBA will recoup bank credit card fees for contributions collected for VLSH.

• HSBA staff time will not be charged to process and reconcile contribution amounts, and manage quarterly checks, as similar accommodations are made for the Disciplinary Board, Attorneys and Judges Assistance Program, and Lawyers Fund for Client Protection. With respect to VLSH, the HSBA staff also provides a spreadsheet of donor mailing addresses for mahalo/tax letters.

• The form will include a suggested amount of $75 and the following text: "For more information,please see www.vlsh.org."

• Voted to move forward with the legal industry survey to measure the impact of COVID-19 by identifying the survey recipients, utilizing a survey instrument for the questions, and presenting a draft to the Executive Committee.

2021 SCD Board Nominees

In accordance with Article VI, Section 1 of HSBA Senior Counsel Division Bylaws, the SCD Nominating Committee publishes the following list of nominees for 2021 HSBA SCD Officer and Director Positions. Ballots will be distributed in early October, and the election results will be announced at the HSBA Bar Convention in October 2020.

Vice President/President Elect
Gilbert C. Doles

Secretary
Ian Lorne Sandison

Treasurer
Michael Lilly

Director: Oahu
Rosemary T. Fazio
Gregory Lui-Kwan
Scott Makuakane
Michelle Alarcon

The following Board Members are currently serving two-year terms set to expire at the end of 2021: Kenneth K.P. Wong (Oahu), Michael J.Y. Wong (Oahu), Charlene Y. iboshi (Big island), Jonathan J. Chun (Kauai), and David Raatz (Maui). Carole Richelieu will serve as SCD President in 2021.

Vacancies on Commission on Professionalism

The Hawaii Supreme Court will have vacancies on its Commission on Professionalism for two HSBA representatives. Those interested in the position should possess the following qualifications: be willing and able to devote time to perform necessary duties; and be conscientious, studious, thorough, and diligent in learning methods and problems of the organization. These positions have 4-year terms to begin on March 14, 2021. Please refer to this link for more information on the Commission on Professionalism:

http://www.courts.state.hi.us/courts/supreme/professionalism.

Anyone interested in serving in this capacity should submit a resume, including their area of concentration, and a reason for wanting to serve to: nominations@hsba.org or HSBA Nominating Committee, 1100 Alakea Street, Suite 1000, Honolulu, Hi 96813. Please note that these positions are uncompensated, and that applicants need to disclose all public disciplinary sanctions. If there have been none, then state that such is the case. Applications must be received by the HSBA no later than October 30. Nominations will be made at the February 2021 HSBA Board meeting.

Member Benefits Spotlight

Senior Move Managers, LLC / De-clutter Hawaii (New Benefit)

Senior Move Managers, LLC / Declutter Hawaii understands that there are many physical, psychological, and emotional issues that arise when downsizing our lives. De-clutter Hawaii's caring and compassionate consultants serve seniors and their family with the goal of minimizing stress for everyone. It is a one-stop shop that helps seniors make a stress-free move from their old house to their new home, assists in the downsizing and decluttering of personal belongings and assists families after a loved one has passed away and needs to clear out their estate. De-clutter Hawaii understands your needs are unique and its consultants are trained to create a customized plan that addresses your specific situation. Senior Move Managers, LLC / De-clutter Hawaii will provide five percent services when you show your HSBA Bar Card.

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Verde on Kauai (New Benefit)

Verde Restaurant continually strives to celebrate the essence of local food and a vibrant community valuing the support of local farmers, producers and businesses. Eat clean. Eat local. Verde offers 100% grass fed Kaua'i beef, antibiotic-free, hormone-free chicken and pork with gluten-free and vegetarian options. Visit their website (http://www.verdehawaii.com/) for more information. HSBA Members receive 10% off of any food purchases at Verde Restaurant when presented with the HSBA Membership Card.

Adore Clothing

Adore is a local women's boutique with two locations, on the island of Oahu. Adore is located in the Ka Makana Ali'i Shopping Mall and Ka-hala Mall. They offer complimentary styling, and HSBA members will receive 20% off a regular priced item when they show their HSBA Membership Card.

Enterprise / National / Alamo

For available member benefits, please visit the links below or contact Nadine Cunningham at (808) 543-1508 with any questions, concerns or assistance.

• Emerald Club enrollment:

https://bit.ly/3jqrQTT

• HSBA custom booking for Enterprise / National / Alamo:

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