The Circuit Court of the Third Circuit is seeking applications for independent grand jury counsel for Hilo and Kona.
The compensation shall be as provided by law.
The Hawaii State Constitution establishes that whenever a grand jury is impaneled, an independent counsel shall be appointed, as provided by law, to advise the members of the grand jury regarding matters brought before it.
In accordance with the law, the state Chief Justice appoints grand jury counsel for the four judicial circuits of the state, selecting from among those individuals licensed to practice law in Hawaii who are not public employees.
If you are interested in being considered for a one-year appointment to either Hilo or Kona, please submit a letter indicating your interest and a resume by January 31, 2023 to: Chief Judge Robert D.S. Kim, Keahuolu Courthouse, 74-5451 Kamakaeha Ave., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.
Also, please fax a copy to: Dawn West, chief court administrator, at (808) 961-7577.