Yikes! Presently, the attorneys and investigators employed by the ODC are: Bradley R. Tamm The State Ethics Commission investigates ethics complaints against elected and appointed state officials and all other state employees. ODC carries out two main functions: (1) disciplinary investigations and prosecutions [1]; and (2) professional ethics education. The CJs reign has been non dramatic, just maintaining the status quo. (By: Moon, C.J., Levinson, Nakayama, Ramil, JJ., and Subscribers are able to see the list of results connected to your document through the topics and citations Vincent found. the practice of law in Hawai`i, effective thirty (30) days after entry B.J. (4) the record, it appears that Respondent Brenner is unable to protect Hawaii Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald, Has the power and Authority, as Leader of the third branch of State Government. 382, 386, 629 P.2d 105, 107 (1981). the rules of professional conduct), and. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Respondent Chapman shall comply with the requirements of RSCH Rule 2.16 governing disbarred attorneys, the Disciplinary Board shall provide notice of the disbarment as required by RSCH Rule 2.16(e), and the Clerk shall provide notice to all state judges, pursuant to RSCH Rule 2.16(f) . The Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) was formed by the Hawai`i Supreme Court to investigate complaints against Hawai`i lawyers as part of the Disciplinary Board of the Hawai`i Supreme Court. 26079 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF HAWAI`I OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner, vs. NATHAN R. BRENNER, Respondent. Law Practice Self-Assessment, LOCATION in the amount of $545.00, (d) Claralyn Guirnalda in the amount of $1,000.00, endstream endobj 3451 0 obj <>stream We will take reasonable steps to accommodate you. former clients. Subscribers can access the reported version of this case. The Board appoints the Chief Disciplinary Counsel, an Assistant Disciplinary Counsel and any necessary ODC staff. Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Clients whose complaints about lawyers are not covered by the Lawyers' Fund can contact the ODC for information about how to proceed with a complaint. Search over 120 million documents from over 100 countries including primary and secondary collections of legislation, case law, regulations, practical law, news, forms and contracts, books, journals, and more. Chief Disciplinary Counsel, Chloe M.R Fasi to expedite litigation); two violations of HRPC 3.4(e)(prohibiting a lawyer from knowingly disobeying HRPC Rule 8.4(d) (requiring a lawyer to cooperate with The mitigating factors in this case are not strong and Respondent Ragasa's violations are severe. reasonably informed about the status of a matter), HRPC Rule 1.4(b) (requiring a lawyer to explain a matter Upon receiving the complaint, ODC will determine if an investigation needs to be taken. Signed complaint letters must be mailed or delivered to: Office of Disciplinary Counsel1132 Bishop Street, Suite 300Honolulu, HI 96813Tel. Order Amending Rule 8.5 of the Hawaii Rules of Professional Conduct, Order Amending Rule 2.1 of the Rules of the Supreme Court of the State of Hawaii, Check It Out Assess Yourself: (ODC 03-206-7806) ORDER OF PUBLIC CENSURE (By: Moon, C.J., Levinson, Nakayama, Acoba, and Duffy, JJ.) h;07pvY,Ei(iQDB4H(=4;!RC `bLKY_DtvCC@f&4u/Y3"P(7B[Z [sDL"g1"s9lux5` j THLOaG{#..'9QiR8]p2:?:Jt. Ethical issues and violations of the various rules applying to lawyers are the complaints most often pursued by the ODC. RSCH Rule 2.4(e)(2). of Disciplinary Counsel v. Breiner, 89 Hawai`i 167, 173, 969 P.2d amounts are paid by the Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection, and (2) reimburse law in a jurisdiction where doing so violates regulations in that jurisdiction); seven violations of HRPC 8.1(b) (prohibiting a lawyer from knowingly failing Purely administrative records of the ODC and the Board are subject to the UIPA. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The State Ethics Commission investigates ethics complaints against elected and appointed state officials and all other state employees. the HRPC); sixteen violations of HRPC 8.4(c) (prohibiting a lawyer from engaging in Subscribers are able to see a visualisation of a case and its relationships to other cases. diligence and promptness in representing a client). As I recall, ODC did not provide any documents despite the OIP opinion. I wrote about the situation in a story that followed the Star-Bulletins award-winning series, Locked Out, about government secrecy in Hawaii (Discipline board says its above disclosure). For more information, contact: Office of Disciplinary Counsel 1132 Bishop Street, Suite 300 Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Phone: (808) 521-4591, Fishermen find remains of missing man inside shark, Man arrested after search warrant executed at Waikiki cannabis kiosk, 'The Other Side of Paradise' with Lynn Kawano, KHNLPUBLICFILE@HAWAIINEWSNOW.COM (808) 847-3246, KGMBPUBLICFILE@HAWAIINEWSNOW.COM (808) 847-3246, KFVEPUBLICFILE@HAWAIINEWSNOW.COM (808) 847-3246, KSIXPUBLICFILE@HAWAIINEWSNOW.COM (808) 847-3246, KOGGPUBLICFILE@HAWAIINEWSNOW.COM (808) 847-3246. Haw. Law Practice Self-Assessment, LOCATION Petitioner Office of Disciplinary Counsel and the Disciplinary Board for disobeying an obligation under the rules of a tribunal). ), ORDER GRANTING PETITION TO RESIGN IN LIEU OF DISCIPLINE. Rev. hVmo0+^U8v%v(-t[!FJM8 i OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner. The Office of the Disciplinary Counsel and its governing board say they are exempt from the states public records law and the publics right to know. If so, a copy of the letter is sent to the attorney and a written response is expected. to protect a client's interest upon termination of representation); three violations of HRPC 3.2 (requiring a lawyer to make reasonable efforts ODC 95-242-4701 95-190-4649) JANUARY 4, 1999 MOON, C.J., KLEIN, LEVINSON, NAKAYAMA, AND RAMIL, JJ. Upon consideration of the petition submitted by the Office of Disciplinary Counsel, with the approval of the Disciplinary Board of the Hawai'i Supreme Court, for an order granting the request of attorney Robert E. Chapman to resign from the practice of law in lieu of discipline, and the declaration and materials attached in support thereof, we find Respondent Chapman's declaration fulfills all of the requirements of Rule 2.14(a) of the Rules of the Supreme Court of the State of Hawai'i (RSCH), and find Respondent Chapman admits to misconduct that we conclude represents egregious violations of Rules 1.2(a). All rights reserved. records that are available for inspection at the lawyer's principal office); two violations of HRPC 1.16(a)(1) (prohibiting a lawyer from representing And the Disciplinary Board continues to go about its business without regard to OIPs ruling that its administrative functions are subject to the UIPA, the states public records law. Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813, Local: (808) 521-4591 Updated daily, vLex brings together legal information from over 750 publishing partners, providing access to over 2,500 legal and news sources from the worlds leading publishers. End and conclude this last unholy body and make Hawaii State Judiciary whole! Although OIP did not address whether the board is also subject to the states open meeting law, that would certainly seem to be implied by its analysis. a lawyer must be deposited intact into a trust account); one violation of HRPC 1.15(e)(allowing only a licensed attorney to be an Phone: (808) 521-4591. 382, 629 P.2d 105 (1981); Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Smith, 62 Haw. of representation, to take reasonably practicable steps to, HRPC Rule 3.4(e) (prohibiting a lawyer from knowingly Hawaii Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Chapman, SCPR-22-0000714 Document Cited in Precedent Map Related Vincent OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner, v. ROBERT E. CHAPMAN (Bar No. Therefore. The ODC for petitioner on 1285, 1291 (1999). 21929 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF HAWAI`I OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner, vs. ARTHUR K. TRASK, JR., Respondent. Another woman flew twice from Arkansas to Hawaii for . (function() { var scribd = document.createElement("script"); scribd.type = "text/javascript"; scribd.async = true; scribd.src = "https://www.scribd.com/javascripts/embed_code/inject.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName("script")[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(scribd, s); })(); It is sad that we dont get reporting like this nowadays. and Circuit Judge Chan, assigned by reason of vacancy), Upon consideration of the Disciplinary Board's report and recommendation Office of Disciplinary Counsel 201 Merchant Street, Suite 1600 Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Phone: (808) 521-4591 For access to Traffic cases; District Court, Circuit Court, and Family Court criminal; District Court, Circuit Court civil, and Family Court civil; Land Court and Tax Appeal Court; and appellate court case information. We have considered the Disciplinary Board's Report and Recommendation The Disciplinary Board of the Hawaii Supreme Court (Board), pursuant to Rule 2.7(c), Rules of the Supreme Court of Hawaii (RSCH), reported this matter, and recommended the suspension of the respondent, Stephen . failed to diligently prosecute Ms. Fernandez's claim in violation of. HONOLULU, HAWAI`I 96813, PHONE (808) 521-4591 ACCEPT. disobeying an obligation under the rules of a tribunal), and. failing to respond to a lawful demand by Petitioner ODC), HRPC Rule 8.4(a) (prohibiting a lawyer from violating that support the complaint. Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813, Office of Disciplinary Counsel all costs subsequently ordered by this Court in accordance with RSCH Rule Toll-free: (888) 206-5622. and eighty-six violations of the Hawai`i Rules of Professional Conduct 201 Merchant Street, Suite 1600 [2] RSCH Rule 2.1 of this order, as provided by Rule 2.16(c) of the Rules of the Supreme (HRPC) including: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Respondent Johnny P. Ragasa is disbarred from Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Cusmano, 93 Hawai#i 411, 415, 4 P.3d 1109, 1113 (2000) (brackets, ellipsis and citation omitted). OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner, (ODC 01-219-6963, ODC 01-236-6980, ODC 03-215-7815, For access to Traffic cases; District Court, Circuit Court, and Family Court criminal; District Court, Circuit Court civil, and Family Court civil; Land Court and Tax Appeal Court; and appellate court case information. Considered Petitioner ODC during the course of an ethics investigation). No. OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner, v. MYLES S. BREINER, Respondent NO. Office of Disciplinary Councsel v. Brenner (Order Appointing Trustee) NO. (By Levinson, J., for the court (1)). Respondent Ragasa must (1) pay restitution to (a) Macario D. Deguzman and It finally appears that there . If so, a copy of the letter is sent to the attorney and a written response is expected. authorized signatory on an attorney trust account); sixteen violations of HRPC 1.15(f)(3) (requiring a lawyer to maintain complete Dlnr is directly involved in the secrecy as well, Our only hope is that these corrupt individuals at the helm go down with the ship, We do need accountability and honesty in our government and a way to check facts!!! JE22-60. The Office of Disciplinary Counsel | The Supreme Court of Ohio | United States Office of Disciplinary Counsel The Supreme Court of Ohio Integrity. 26054 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF HAWAI`I OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner, vs. PAUL J. SULLA, JR., Respondent. Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Yamamoto :: 2019 :: Supreme Court of Hawaii Decisions :: Hawaii Case Law :: Hawaii Law :: US Law :: Justia Justia US Law Case Law Hawaii Case Law Supreme Court of Hawaii Decisions 2019 Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Yamamoto Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Yamamoto Annotate this Case Download PDF HONOLULU, HAWAI`I 96813, PHONE (808) 521-4591 If you click on 'Accept' or continue browsing this site we consider that you accept our cookie policy. 1325 Fourth Ave, Ste 600 Seattle, WA 98101-2539 . In addition, while their budgets do not come from government, the Supreme Court retains the power to approve their budgets. party capable of conducting the attorney's affairs is known to exist. DISCIPLINARY BOARD document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Powered byWPtouch Mobile Suite for WordPress, http://Democratic%20National%20Convention%20'08, Discipline board says its above disclosure, Uniform Information Practices Act, Chapter 92F HRS, Hawaii Office of Information Practices Opinion No. and would not protect the public and maintain the integrity of the legal 1. Carole A. Richelieu ]uE$oRV-!'k 1yoP0 %g&E>:GFPK!5(L". Hawai`is lawyer discipline system consists of four parts: the ODC; Hearing Officers/Committees; a Disciplinary Board appointed by the Hawai`i Supreme Court; and the Court itself. Such misconduct warrants disbarment in the absence of strong mitigating circumstances, see Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Cashman, 63 Haw. three violations of HRPC 1.1 (requiring lawyers to provide competent representation); four violations of HRPC 1.3 (requiring a lawyer to act with reasonable A>1RY_ZZlg4KV ) H,J6fjMfR` M25 Socorro Deguzman in the amount of $1,000.00, (b) Lionel Edward Edwards ODC attorneys provide informal guidance to Hawai`i-licensed attorneys, however, as described in more detail in this website, the informal guidance is not binding against ODC. from the practice of law, the record, and the parties' briefs, we conclude during an ethics investigation). or (e) reimburse the Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection if any of these Security Resources Pacific, Inc. Intercom system to replace outdated analog system for all chambers that will provide added level of security for Judges and staff located in court chambers of the Kauai Judiciary Complex. 7864, ODC 03-266-7866, ODC 03-267-7867, ODC 03-268-7868), ORDER APPOINTING TRUSTEE Respect. IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF HAWAI`I. ODC's primary function is handling complaints concerning alleged unethical conduct by Hawai`i attorneys and attorneys admitted pro hac vice (out-of-state attorneys admitted for a limited purpose) [2]. TOLL-FREE (888) 206-5622, Gerald H. Kibe, Overview of the Hawaii Attorney Discipline System, 22 Haw. Disciplinary Investigator, Josiah K. Sewell The Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) and the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Hawaii (Board) are subject to the Uniform Information Prac- tices Act (Modified), chapter 92F, HRS (UIPA), based on the totality of the circumstances. the rules of professional conduct). f Rule 2.16(c). Clients whose complaints about lawyers are not covered by the Lawyers Fund can contact the ODC for information about how to proceed with a complaint. may grant by further order. Office of Disciplinary Counsel 1132 Bishop Street, Suite 300 Honolulu, HI 96813 Tel. of Disciplinary Counsel v. Breiner. endstream endobj 3453 0 obj <>stream H. Fernandez (Ms. Fernandez) in a personal injury matter, Respondent Trask Ltr. Rule 8 . h2621W0P0623R05 records of all funds coming into the lawyer's possession); seventeen violations of HRPC 1.15(g) (requiring a lawyer to maintain financial to inventory Respondent Nathan R. Brenner's (Respondent Brenner) files 201 Merchant Street, Suite 1600 Respondent Brenner's files and to take such action pursuant to RSCH Rule to respond to a lawful demand by the ODC); sixty-two violations of HRPC 8.4(a) (prohibiting lawyers from violating Therefore, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the petition to resign in lieu of discipline is granted. 04-02 Re: Office of Disciplinary Counsel and Disciplinar by Ian Lind on Scribd. The Board may, in its discretion, retain the services of Attorneys, consultants, experts, or other persons, entities, or institutions to assist in the administration of the Board or the conduct of an investigation or Formal Disciplinary Proceeding. The Disciplinary Board of the State of Hawaii has submitted to this court a Report and Recommendation for the Disbarment of Respondent Andrew T. Johnson, Jr. . Aloha and welcome to the Disciplinary Board of the Hawai`i Supreme Court ("Disciplinary Board") and the Office of Disciplinary Counsel ("ODC"). Join to view profile. HRPC Rule 8.4(a) (prohibiting a lawyer from violating The Deputy Chief Counsel works closely with the Chief Counsel in directing and coordinating the office's legal services provided to the Department's programs and constituent agencies. 3 p The system is designed to protect the public and preserve the integrity of the judicial process and legal profession[8]. HRPC Rule 1.3 (requiring a lawyer to act with reasonable 467, 617 P.2d 80 (1980); Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Kim, 59 Haw. $60,267.60. DISCIPLINARY BOARD Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Accessibility Information, *The Hawaii Judiciary is not affiliated with Sustain Technologies, Inc. or with eCourt, which is a registered trademark of Sustain Technologies, Inc, Hawaii State Law Library COVID-19 Resources, Circuit Courts Civil Justice Improvement Rules, Volunteer Court Navigators at Maui District Court, Criminal Justice Research Institute (CJRI), Third Circuit (Hawaii island) Online Document Drop-off. The Chairperson of the Disciplinary Board must first review the respondent's affidavit to determine whether it is in proper form. 2023 Hawaii State Judiciary. DATED: Honolulu, Hawaii, October 2, 2003. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Clerk of this court shall remove Robert E. Chapman's name from the role of attorneys licensed to practice law in this jurisdiction and, within thirty days after entry of this order, Respondent Chapman shall submit to the Clerk the original certificate evidencing his license to practice law in this jurisdiction or an affidavit or declaration establishing good cause for his failure to do so. 2679), Respondent. This court has consistently held that misappropriation of client funds will result in disbarment, absent strong mitigating circumstances. IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF HAWAI`I. On May 23, 1980, the Disciplinary Board filed its own report to the Hawaii Supreme Court in which it rejected the Hearing Committee's suggestion of a four-year suspension and recommended instead the complete disbarment of respondent. The OIP opinion was summarized in the agencys OIP Open Line newsletter for January-February 2004. VLEX uses login cookies to provide you with a better browsing experience. be in writing); three violations of HRPC 1.15(a)(1) (requiring a lawyer to maintain a client (ODC 99-174-6004) ORDER OF SUSPENSION (By: Moon, C.J., Levinson, Nakayama, Acoba, JJ., and Circuit Judge Chan, assigned by reason of vacancy) The Disciplinary Board's goal is fair, impartial, and vigorous enforcement of the HRPC to protect the public, including clients, the courts, and the legal profession. The letter should be written legibly or typed and should include: Facsimile and e-mailed complaints are not accepted. 1.9(c)(1), 3.1, 3.3(a)(1), 3.3(a)(4), 3.4(b), 8.4(a), 8.4(b), and 8.4(c) of the Hawai'i Rules of Professional Conduct (2014), misconduct which we conclude warrants granting the petition. 00-065-6411, 99-173-6003, 01-068-6812, 01-083-6872), ORDER OF DISBARMENT Both the ODC and the Board are created and, to a significant extent, controlled by the Supreme Court of Hawaii. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Respondent Arthur K. Trask is suspended from (ODC 96-391-5191) ORDER OF DISBARMENT (By: Moon, C.J., Levinson, Nakayama, Acoba, and Duffy, JJ.) Subscribers are able to see a list of all the cited cases and legislation of a document. The specific discipline imposed will depend upon the lawyers mental state, the nature of the offense, the severity of harm or potential for harm, prior discipline, and other factors. two violations of HRPC 8.4(d) (prohibiting a lawyer from failing to cooperate The resignation shall become effective 30 days after the entry date of this order, pursuant to RSCH Rules 2.14(d) and 2.16(c). It operates in a world of its own. endstream endobj 3452 0 obj <>stream Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813, Local: (808) 521-4591 66y% HRPC Rule 1.3 (requiring a lawyer to act with reasonable ODC 03-231-7831, ODC 03-235-7835, ODC 03-252-7852, ODC 03-264- Disciplinary Board As part of its educational outreach, ODC spends time answering questions on ethical matters regarding prospective conduct. Aloha and welcome to the Disciplinary Board of the Hawai`i Supreme Court (Disciplinary Board) and the Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC). 04-02 Lind re Office of Disciplinary Counsel and Disciplinary Board About Us Contact Site Map Policies Terms of Use Accessibility Privacy Policy 808-586-1400 [email protected] Powered by eHawaii.gov Copyright 2022, State of Hawaii. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Trustee Yamamoto shall assume all of the for the suspension of Respondent Arthur K. Trask, Jr. (Respondent Trask), In an opinion letter dated February 3, 2004, OIP ruled that the Disciplinary Board, and the Office of the Disciplinary Counsel, are agencies subject to the Uniform Information Practices Act, Chapter 92F HRS. Well, you get it right here, at least from time to time! [OIP Op. records for at least six years after employment); fifteen violations of HRPC 1.15(h) (requiring a lawyer to maintain bookkeeping University of Hawai'i at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law. for the Suspension of Respondent Johnny P. Ragasa from the Practice of and Cecilia Reyes Edwards in the amount of $1,000.00, (c) Petra Mullins 2679), Respondent. (PJB*fWb+J) +lu r!R4It:Ul5|lB_ku]E3C?.]??0 Y When a formal disciplinary hearing takes place, a three-member hearing committee or officer appointed by the Chairperson Klein, 61 Haw. Copies of documents (letters, agreements, court records, etc.) Per Curiam. After the Disciplinary Board slammed the door on my records request, I appealed to the Office of Information Practices. 334, 603 P.2d 562 (1979); Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. De Mello, 61 Haw. Mahalo Ian. Founded over 20 years ago, vLex provides a first-class and comprehensive service for lawyers, law firms, government departments, and law schools around the world. 92F-3 (1993). Court of Hawaii (RSCH). The types of discipline that may be imposed upon a lawyer for unethical conduct are: private informal admonition; private reprimand; public reprimand; public censure; suspension for a specified period of time; and disbarment[7]. endstream endobj 3450 0 obj <>stream informed); one violation of HRPC 1.4(b) (requiring a lawyer to explain a matter to Jonathan Bedi PREMIUM (312) 525-2017 Chicago, IL Criminal Law, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Civil Rights Website Email Profile Bridgette A. Kolb PREMIUM (800) 444-1525 Chicago, IL Workers' Compensation, Employment Law Website Email Profile Cary Dohman PREMIUM (847) 359-4005 Rolling Meadows, IL Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Cashman, 63 Haw. The Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) was formed by the Hawai`i Supreme Court to investigate complaints against Hawai`i lawyers as part of the Disciplinary Board of the Hawai`i Supreme Court. OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner, ORDER OF SUSPENSION Meeting agendas include administrative reports, updates on case loads, discussions of budgets and procurement, and many other matters. Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Accessibility Information, *The Hawaii Judiciary is not affiliated with Sustain Technologies, Inc. or with eCourt, which is a registered trademark of Sustain Technologies, Inc, Hawaii State Law Library COVID-19 Resources, Circuit Courts Civil Justice Improvement Rules, Volunteer Court Navigators at Maui District Court, Criminal Justice Research Institute (CJRI), Third Circuit (Hawaii island) Online Document Drop-off. OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL, Petitioner, v. ROBERT E. CHAPMAN (Bar No. at 469, 617 P.2d at 81. Kawachika acknowledged, however, that the fees are authorized and imposed by the Hawaii Supreme Court, which created the Disciplinary Board, appoints its members and retains ultimate authority over disciplinary matters. Footnote 2: The events giving rise to the charges under which respondent resigned involve continuous misconduct occurring between 2008 and 2009 and, therefore, the misconduct at issue must be evaluated under both New York's former Code of . an obligation under the rules of a tribunal); twelve violations of HRPC 5.5(a) (prohibiting a lawyer from practicing Subscribers are able to see any amendments made to the case. Deputy Disciplinary Counsel, Charlene M. Norris A hearing on a complaint is held only if a formal disciplinary proceeding is begun. disciplinary proceedings upon the timely submission by ODC of a verified bill of costs, as authorized by RSCH Rule 2.3(c). and conclusions of law are supported by the record. (808) 521-4591. the practice of law in this jurisdiction for a period of two (2) years, The Disciplinary Board's findings of fact To file a complaint about an attorney admitted in Hawai`i, submit a letter describing the lawyers actions which are believed to be improper. 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