Legal Aid Society of Hawaii

05/01/2026

If you have been impacted by the Kona Low Storms, don't miss the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance on June 14th, 2026! If you are in need of Disaster Legal Services, contact our offices at (808)536-4302, Option 3 or visit our website at legalaidhawaii.org to complete an online intake!

04/28/2026

Hawai‘i Attorneys: Interested in learning about disaster legal assistance following the recent Kona Low?

Join Part 2 of the Hawai‘i State Bar Association Disaster Legal Response Series: Navigating the FEMA Process and Vital Document Replacement.

Wednesday 4/29/26 | 12:00–1:00 PM HST | Worth 1 CLE credit

The webinar will feature instructors David Kauila Kopper, Legal Aid’s Executive Director, Reiko Kato, Legal Aid Attorney, and Catherine Betts, HBSA’s Executive Director.

Register here: https://hsba.org/catalog/events/11472726-part-2-of-hsbas-disaster-legal-response-series-navigating-%E2%80%A6

There is limited parking in our structure, but we do not validate parking. We recommend parking in Ali'i Place Parking Garage across the street from the district court.

04/22/2026

We’re proud to share the Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi FY25 Annual Report.

Last fiscal year, we provided critical legal advice, counsel and resources reaching over 38,000 individuals and families across the state—helping people achieve stability, safety, and peace of mind during some of the most challenging moments in their lives.

This report reflects what’s possible when a community comes together to expand access to justice.

View the report here: https://www.legalaidhawaii.org/annual-report.html

04/16/2026

Legal Aid’s Housing and Consumer Unit Managing Attorney, Alicia Pitts appeared on KHON2 News’ What’s the Law Podcast to discuss the rights and responsibilities of landlords/tenants including recent updates to the eviction requirements.

Watch here: https://www.khon2.com/whats-the-law/hawaii-rental-laws-rights/

Attorney Alicia Pitts joins producer/host Coralie Chun Matayoshi to discuss rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants, including notice of termination requirements, whether pets are allo…

03/24/2026

Important update: SNAP Replacement benefits application available for current recipients affected by Kona Low weather event.

This assistance is for current SNAP recipients who experienced food loss due to household misfortune, such as extended power outages or flooding.

To qualify, SNAP recipients must submit a written statement reporting the food loss within 10 days of the incident.

Deadline for submitting the application has been extended to April 2nd in areas specified on slide 3 of this post.

For more information, participants are encouraged to visit the DHS website: https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/ or contact their nearest DHS Processing Center.

03/20/2026

Upcoming Event! On 3/28, Legal Aid Society of Hawai’i and Catholic Charities Hawai’i are holding a Refugee, Asylee, & Ukrainian Resource Fair at 1822 Ke'eaumoku St., Honolulu, HI 96822 (Catholic Charities Hawai’i's office). Students from UC Berkley Law will present information about current immigration law and public benefits for Refugees, Asylees, and Ukrainians. Individuals from all countries are welcome.

Free one-on-one consultations will also be offered. If you’re interested, you may pre-register using the barcode below or call at 808-864-6029. Pre-registration is preferred, but walk-ins are also welcome.

02/26/2026

Is discrimination EVER going to end? It IS possible, one victory at a time. February is Black History Month and we join the nation in recognizing the achievements made by African Americans throughout history despite facing racism and discrimination. Many have fought for basic human rights including equal access to safe and affordable housing without fear of judgment.

If you feel you're experiencing housing discrimination please call our intake hotline during business hours below or fill out our online intake form:
MONDAY-FRIDAY
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
808-536-4302 (OAHU)
1-800-499-4302 (NEIGHBOR ISLANDS)
Online intake form: https://bit.ly/3SYAIU2

02/19/2026

“I mau ka ʻimi pono kaulike no nā hanauna o kēia mua aku”- evermore in the pursuit of fairness, equity, and justice for the generations to come.

As we celebrate Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, we reaffirm our kuleana to ensure access to justice for our communities today and for those yet to come.

For an inquiry about legal assistance, please call our intake hotline during business hours below or fill out our online intake form:
MONDAY-FRIDAY 
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM & 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
808-536-4302 (OAHU)
1-800-499-4302 (NEIGHBOR ISLANDS)
Online Intake Form: https://bit.ly/3SYAIU2

01/30/2026

Volunteer attorneys and others vital to the success of the Honolulu Access to Justice Room were recognized on January 9, 2026 at the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court.

For more information about the Honolulu Access to Justice Room and Self-Help Centers, please visit https://www.courts.state.hi.us/general_information/access_to_justice_rooms_self_help_centers.

Pictured below: Front row (left to right): Deputy Chief Judge Melanie May, Acting Chief Justice Sabrina McKenna. Second row (left to right): LASH Access to Justice Fellow Noriko O’Shea, LASH Access to Justice Fellow Alex Tang, LASH Pro Bono Coordinator Tiane Inciong, Elena Kau’i Yamane, Jennifer Chin. Third row (left to right): LASH Deputy Director Angela Lovitt, Gilbert Doles, James Rooney, Rebecca Gardner. Fourth row (left to right): Michael Goodman, Kukui Claydon, Sergio Alcubilla. Fifth row (left to right): Lloyd Lim, Rex Fujichaku, Derek Kobayashi.

01/30/2026

Mahalo to all of our incredible 75th Anniversary Fundraiser Event Sponsors!

For more about the event: https://www.legalaidhawaii.org/75th-anniversary-fundraiser.html