Panel considers 6-person jury
The Hawaii Supreme Court has asked the Hawaii State Chapter of AJS to review the issue of reducing the size of juries in civil and non-serious criminal trials from twelve to six members. The Court is exploring the issue as a way to balance current budgetary and fiscal restraints with the needs of the public and the administration of justice.  Click here to read a Honolulu Advertiser article about the committee’s work.

Ivan Lui-Kwan Elected to AJS Board of Directors
Ivan Lui-Kwan "Of Counsel" attorney with Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher has been elected to the national Board of Directors of the American Judicature Society (AJS). The organization brings a public perspective to justice system issues, and has the mission to secure and promote an independent and qualified judiciary and a fair system of justice.  For more details, click here.