#Vladimir Devens
Maui Judge James Rouse honored as 2026 Jurist of the Year
Judge James Rouse of Maui’s 2nd Circuit District Family Court received the 2026 Jurist of the Year Award from Chief Justice Vladimir Devens on Friday during the Judiciary’s Statewide Employee Awards Ceremony in the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court courtroom. Devens said Rouse treats litigants with fairness and respect and maintains high standards of conduct and civility […]
Juror compensation increases to $50 per day
The Hawaiʻi State Judiciary announces that beginning today, individuals serving as jurors in Hawaiʻi state courts will receive $50 per day for their service, an increase from the previous rate of $30 per day. The increase marks the first adjustment to juror compensation since 1989, when the daily rate increased from $20 to $30.
Senate confirms Vladimir Devens as Chief Justice of Hawaiʻi Supreme Court
The Hawaiʻi State Senate today confirmed the appointment of Vladimir P. Devens as Chief Justice of the Hawaiʻi State Supreme Court for a term to expire in 10 years.
Gov. Green nominates Associate Justice Vladimir Devens as Chief Justice of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court
Gov. Josh Green announced the nomination of Vladimir Devens to serve as Chief Justice of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court. Devens, who has served as an associate justice since 2024, brings more than three decades of legal experience to the role, including extensive work in civil litigation and public service.
Governor receives nominees for Chief Justice and Maui court vacancy
Gov. Josh Green has received lists of nominees from the Judicial Selection Commission to fill the Chief Justice position on the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court and a vacancy on Maui’s 2nd Circuit Court.