From traffic tickets to wills: Hawaiʻi's free legal help starts May 4
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Most people never expect to need a lawyer, until they do. Legal problems can hit anyone, from a traffic ticket to a landlord dispute or trouble sorting out a will.
But not everyone has the money to hire an attorney.
That's where Law Week comes in. From May 4 to May 10, volunteer attorneys across Hawai'i will be available to give free legal information to the public.
Each evening from Monday to Friday, volunteer lawyers will staff the Legal Line Hotline from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
You can ask general legal questions and get referred to non-profit groups that might help further. This is not full legal representation, but it's a smart first step for anyone confused or overwhelmed by a legal issue.
Call (808) 537-1868 to connect with a volunteer.
For those up early, the Ask-a-Lawyer segment will air each weekday on KHON2's Wake Up 2day at 6:15 a.m.
These short spots cover a different topic each day. Monday is the kickoff. Family law, traffic court, landlord-tenant problems, and estate planning follow later in the week.
It's an easy way to hear real answers about common legal issues with no appointment needed.
Volunteer lawyers will set up in-person booths on O'ahu, Maui and Kaua'i. If you live near Kahului, Honolulu or Līhu'e, stop by to talk face-to-face with a lawyer.
The booths are casual and welcoming. You don't need to bring paperwork or make an appointment. Just come with your questions.People often ask about divorce, child custody, small businesses or rental issues.
Understanding the law isn't just for people already in court. Sometimes, learning your rights early helps you avoid bigger problems later.
'The oath you reaffirmed today is a commitment to help people find justice,' said Hawai'i Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald, speaking to attorneys volunteering during Law Week. The goal is to connect people with legal information before they're in crisis.
Ask-a-Lawyer on KHON2 Wake Up 2day:
Monday, May 5, at 6:15 a.m.: Law Week kickoff.
Tuesday, May 6, at 6:15 a.m.: Family law.
Wednesday, May 7, at 6:15 a.m.: District Court Traffic.
Thursday, May 8, at 6:15 a.m.: Landlord/Tenant disputes.
Friday, May 9, at 6:15 a.m.: Estate Planning.
Ask-a-Lawyer booths
Maui Sunday Market will be taking place at 65 West Kaʻahumanu Avenue in Kahului on Sunday, May 4 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Kakaʻako Farmers' Market beill be taking place in Honolulu at 919 Ala Moana Boulevard on Saturday, May 10, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Grove Farm Market will be taking place at 4411 Kikowaena Street in Lihue on Saturday, May 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
You can click to learn more.
Get news on the go with KHON 2GO, KHON's morning podcast, every morning at 8
Everything you have to as a lawyer, you can. So, take advantage of this free service that will allow you to have access to how the law impacts you.
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