2009 Hawaii Access to Justice Conference
William S. Richardson School of Law
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Exciting, provocative discussion of justice, including excellent opportunities
for audience participation and involvement, a challenging speech by Chief Justice John T. Broderick of the New Hampshire Supreme Court, and presentations by many others who are actively involved in the delivery of legal services to the underserved.
Please register so that you will be included in the lunch count.
Registration forms are available at the HSBA website or email Helen Leong.
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The Hawaii Paralegal Association
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Speaker: R. Elton Johnson, III, RP, HPA Standards Director
Topic: The Unmet Civil Legal Needs, and Updates on Two Initiatives Affecting Paralegals and Access to Justice –
• Community Wide Action Plan Action Step 6.a regarding paralegal practice for certain unmet needs
• Proposed new Hawaii Supreme Court Rule regarding unauthorized practice of law
Date: Monday, June 22, 2009
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Place: American Savings Bank
1001 Bishop Street
American Savings Tower, 25th Floor
Seating is limited. Please RSVP by June 17, 2009 to
membership@hawaiiparalegal.org
2009 Membership drive
Volunteer Legal Services of Hawaii - (VLSH)
GENERAL AND UNCONSTESTED DIVORCE CLINICS
Volunteers needed to assist with preparation of documents for both the General and Uncontested Divorce Clinics, which are regularly scheduled during the weekdays and weekends. To sign up or for more information, you may contact Jon Isabelo, Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator or call (808)-522-0676.
Bench Warrant Recall Program
Document preparation at VLSH to assist individuals who have Bench Warrants, to have them expunged so they may find employment. Paralegals will be working with VLSH staff, Katrina Malae, to prepare client’s documents for process through courts. Volunteers welcome during the following times: Monday & Wednesdays 2 p.m.-6 p.m. To sign up contact Katrina Malae at 528-0876.
HSBA’S Legal Line Hotline
Legal Line Hotline is held each week on Wednesday evenings from 6-7 pm at the Hawaii State Bar Association. The Hotline number is (808) 537-1868 and the public are welcome to call between 6-7 p.m, on Wednesday evenings. HPA members handle intake and provide administrative support. Legal Line Hotline will also be available every weekday evening from April 27-May 1st, from 6-7 p.m. To volunteer, contact James Maruyama at the Hawaii State Bar Association, (808)537-1868.
Volunteer Guardian Ad Litem Program - (VGAL)
VGAL PROGRAM is sponsored by the Hawaii State Judiciary’s Family Court. This Guardian Ad Litem Program which advocates for neglected and abused children is one of the many programs held nationwide also known as CASA http://www.casanet.org/, the National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association. Training is provided on Oahu by the family court through 5 all-day Saturday sessions and the successful applicant is one who has successfully completed both classes as well as interview application process.
The Schedule for rest of 2009 is as follows: Session 3: July 18-August 15 and the last session October 4-November 1st. Commitment to the program as a VGAL is one year. For more info and complete Training Schedule, contact the VGAL mainline at (808) 538-5930 between 7:45 am-4:30 pm., at Restaurant Row, One Waterfront Plaza, 5th Floor. Mailing address: VGAL Program, 777 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Legal Aid Society Of Hawaii
General volunteers are appreciated for writing briefs, filing cases, clerical, or assisting clients with Social Security Benefits, Family, as well as other civil legal needs. Contact Program Manager, Merrill Oka for further information.
Childrens Justice Center - CJC
The legislature established the program in 1986 to ensure a fair and neutral process for the handling of reports of child sexual abuse. The intent was to protect the rights of all persons involved - the victims and the alleged perpetrators. The Judiciary established the program to open the courthouse doors to children as witnesses. Specially trained professionals conduct developmentally appropriate forensic interviews, videotapes are made instead of written statements, and a special children's waiting room has been created in the Circuit Court, First Circuit, for children who will be testifying.
The Justice Center is in need of the following items: New Stuffed Animals (comfort items) Toiletries such as tooth brushes, tooth paste, soap, shampoo, conditioner, and the like. Toiletry Bags (to hold the items), Snacks: CJC provides snacks for the children and their family during their visits at the CJC. Underwear for both genders and all ages, Slippers for all ages and Individual Water Bottles. Although your donations may be dropped off directly at the CJC, for your tax purposes and the Judiciary fiscal guidelines, please write your donation letter receipt to the Children’s Alliance of Hawaii http://cahawaii.org, (110 Alakea Street, 4th Floor – Honolulu, Hawaii 96813), which is the non-profit organization created to coordinate the needs of the Judiciary’s Children’s Justice Center.
For more information contact Marty A. Oliphant, MSW Program Director, Children's Justice Center of Oahu, 3019 Pali Highway, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817. Telephone: 808-534-6706. Fax: 808-595-6978
National Federation of Paralegal Association Announces 2008-2009 Board of Directors
Edmonds, WA – October 27, 2008- The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) The Leader of the Paralegal Profession®, announced at its 2008 Annual Convention held in Rogers, Arkansas the 2008-2009 Board of Directors. The directors reside throughout the United States, and they benefit the association by sharing their regional knowledge and perspective as they work together to shape NFPA’s strategic goals. In addition to holding their volunteer positions on the Board, these paralegal professionals are leaders within their own organizations and communities. The NFPA Board of Directors is the leadership team that provides oversight and guidance to the association to ensure that it achieves its mission of promoting a global presence for the paralegal profession and leadership in the legal community.
The 2008-2009 Board members include:
1. President, Georgette M. Lovelace, RP
2. Vice President & Director of Profession Development, Susan G. Ippoliti
3. Vice President & Director of Positions & Issues, Tracey L. Young, RP
4. Vice President & Director of Membership, Linda McGirr
5. Vice President & Director of PACE®, Ann W. Price, RP
6. Secretary & Director of Operations, Stephen P. Imondi, RP
7. Director, Region I, Theresa A. Prater, RP
8. Director, Region II, Helen Federline
9. Director, Region III, Mary J. McKay, RP, CLA
10. Director, Region IV, Sandra K. Heintz
11. Director, Region V, Cheryl Corning
12. Board Advisor, Anita G. Haworth, RP
About The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) NFPA is a non-profit professional organization representing more than 11,000 paralegals and is headquartered in Edmonds, WA. NFPA’s core purpose is the advancement of the paralegal profession. NFPA promotes a global presence for the paralegal profession and leadership in the legal community. NFPA - The Leader of the Paralegal Profession® www.paralegals.org
To review the 2008 HPA Resolutions, please click here.