Legal Jobs in Ewa Beach, HI

Davis Levin Livingston is a prestigious law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. With a focus on litigation, we have built a reputation for excellence and integrity in the legal industry. We value teamwork, professionalism, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with a minimum of 10 years of litigation experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in providing administrative support to attorneys specializing in litigation matters.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to attorneys specializing in litigation matters.
• Prepare and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Maintain and organize case files, including electronic and physical filing systems.
• Coordinate communication between attorneys, clients, and court personnel.
• Schedule meetings, hearings, and depositions, and manage attorney calendars.
• Conduct legal research and compile relevant information for cases.
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness materials.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Legal Secretary in a litigation setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and court rules.
• Associate's degree or equivalent certification in legal studies preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position to:

Lynne Agbalog

Chief Operating Officer

Via Email:

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Davis Levin Livingston is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2026

Davis Levin Livingston looks forward to reviewing your application!

Perform paralegal, administrative and clerical tasks

Salary $80,000 per year and above depending on experience

In person position in Honolulu, Hawaii

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Reserved parking, medical, vision, dental, 401(d) and profit sharing

Please send resumes via email to or post resumes on LinkedIn

Inquiries to be kept confidential

How To Apply

Download, complete and submit the fillable application form found on the OHA website ( ), along with a resume and cover letter to:

OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS

560 N. Nimitz Highway, Suite 200

Honolulu, Hawai'i 96817

Attention: Human Resources

Or via email:

Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) employees must be permanent Hawaii residents. Out-of-state applicants who are offered employment with OHA will need to relocate to Hawaii and establish permanent residency.

SALARY

$122,232 to $150,072 per year. Starting salary may be between the minimum and maximum salary range provided, based on qualifications.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Board Legal Counsel is the chief legal advisor to the Board of Trustees ("BOT") Chairperson, the Board of Trustees, and the Chief of Staff of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. The Board Legal Counsel is responsible for protecting OHA's legal and fiduciary interests as well as providing direct legal support to the BOT. This role ensures organizational compliance with all applicable state, federal, and trust laws, and supports the Board of Trustees (BOT) in fulfilling its constitutional and statutory duties under HRS §10-5.

As a key member of the Board of Trustees' team, the Board Legal Counsel helps advance OHA's mission to improve conditions for Native Hawaiians through ethical governance, risk mitigation, legal stewardship of trust resources, and compliance oversight. Key areas of support include governance and compliance matters, procurement and contract oversight, board policies and procedures, conflict of interest safeguards, and the review and development of legal memoranda, standard operating procedures, and other board related documents. Additionally, the Board Legal Counsel advises the BOT on OHA's escheat rights, related kuleana and land matters, and supports the Chairperson in their role as OHA's Chief Procurement Officer, Head of Purchasing Agency, and Senior Executive Board Member as a Co-Trustee of the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.

At the direction of the Chairperson, the Board Legal Counsel may further coordinate with OHA's Corporate Counsel or external legal advisors, as appropriate, to ensure alignment with broader legal strategies and risk mitigation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Legal Services for OHA

a. Reviews and advises on proposed Board actions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and OHA policies and procedures.

b. Drafts legal opinions and advisory memoranda addressing policy, operations, governance, and other administrative functions affecting OHA, the BOT, and staff at the request of the Chairperson, BOT, or Chief of Staff.

c. Reviews and revises OHA contracts, leases, and other transactional documents and instruments subject to the Chairperson or the BOT's review and/or approval, and which impose obligations, responsibilities, encumbrances, liens, or releases that safeguard the agency's legal and financial interests.

d. Conducts legal training for the BOT and Board staff on applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards relevant to their work duties and responsibilities.

2. Legal Services to the Board of Trustees

a. Provides legal counsel and guidance to the BOT Chairperson, Chairpersons of Standing Committees, Ad Hoc Committees, or Permitted Interaction Groups, BOT, and Chief of Staff on matters involving compliance, risk,

and legal interpretation, including the Board's oversight, fiduciary duties, strategic governance, and trust obligations.

b. Renders legal advice, counsel, and guidance on applicable laws, rules, regulations, court decisions, and legal documents that may affect agency or board operations, including but not limited to state and federal laws impacting Native Hawaiian self-determination, beneficiary rights, and OHA's statutory and fiduciary obligations as a public trust agency.

c. Develops, and implements programs and projects that enhance the legal services provided to the Chairperson, BOT, and Chief of Staff, helping to protect and advance the agency's legal and financial interests.

d. Supports the Board in developing and implementing legal strategies on high-level policy issues, such as ceded lands, the public land trust, Native Hawaiian entitlements, beneficiary services and funding, and agency accountability.

e. Reviews and assesses claims and potential litigation in coordination with the Chief of Staff and/or Corporate Counsel Office, as appropriate. Advises the Chairperson and BOT on legal strategies, including whether to pursue litigation or settlement, with careful consideration of fiduciary impact and organizational risk.

f. Provides legal guidance on complex, confidential, or politically sensitive matters that affect the Board's oversight and decision-making responsibilities.

g. Assists the BOT Chairperson, Chairpersons of Standing Committees, Ad Hoc Committees, Permitted Interaction Groups, BOT, and Chief of Staff with special projects and confidential assignments requiring legal insight and discretion.

h. Supports Standing Committee Chairs and their Aides, the Chief of Staff, and the Board Secretary by reviewing agendas and minutes for BOT and committee meetings, ensuring procedural and legal accuracy.

i. Evaluates legal risks and promotes a culture of compliance, integrity, and proactive legal stewardship at the Board level.

j. Continuously monitors the quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of internal and external legal services secured by and delivered specifically to the Board, in coordination with the Chief of Staff, as distinct from legal services retained by the agency for operational or programmatic purposes, unless otherwise requested by the Chairperson, BOT, or General Counsel. Ensures that all such services align with OHA's mission, fiduciary responsibilities, and commitment to legal and ethical excellence.

3. Consistently upholds the priorities, decisions, and directives of the Chairperson in alignment with the Hawaiʻi Rules of Professional Conduct.

4. Regular in person attendance is required although this position is hybrid-eligible in accordance with OHA's Telework policy and subject to the discretion and approval of the Board Chairperson.

5. This position requires residency on the Island of Oʻahu.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned by the Chairperson.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and/or Experience

1. Education. Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

2. Licensure. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Hawai'i and a member in good standing with the Hawai'i State Bar Association.

3. Legal Work Experience. Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible legal practice.

• At least five (5) of those years must be in the State of Hawai'i.

• Legal experience must include the following:

i. Contractual and Legal Document Expertise. Minimum of five (5) years drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, leases, agreements, legal instruments, and amendments.

ii. Leadership and Legal Team Management. Minimum of five (5) years supervising and evaluating attorneys and legal support staff. Experience must demonstrate leadership, organizational, and team development skills in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Procurement Law. At least two (2) years of experience applying Hawai'i procurement laws as set forth in HRS Chapters 103D and 103F.

2. Specialized Legal Expertise. Demonstrated legal experience in one or more of the following areas is highly preferred:

• Trust law and fiduciary obligations

• Native Hawaiian rights and legal advocacy

• State of Hawai'i legislative and budgetary processes

• Civil litigation before State and/or Federal courts

• Administrative law and proceedings before boards, commissions, or hearing officers

• Public sector or nonprofit governance, including service as legal counsel to Boards of Directors or Trustees, Executive Leadership (CEO, VPs), with experience advising on legal, fiduciary, compliance, and governance matters

3. Public Accountability and Compliance. Experience interpreting and applying Hawai'i's Sunshine Law (HRS Chapter 92) and the Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA) (HRS Chapter 92F).

4. Cultural Competency and Mission Alignment.

• Knowledge of Native Hawaiian culture, language, and history, and ability to apply this understanding in a legal and organizational context.

• Familiarity with the Mana i Mauli Ola Strategic Plan or similar culturally grounded frameworks.

• Demonstrated commitment to working with or supporting Native Hawaiian communities or mission-aligned, values-based organizations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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An Equal Opportunity Employer

Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher is a leading law firm in Hawaii specializing in real estate law, commercial transactions, and complex commercial litigation. The firm is recognized globally for its commitment to client service, strong negotiation skills, and innovative legal solutions. With senior partners who collectively bring decades of extensive legal experience, the firm has a proven track record of achieving outstanding results for clients. Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher is highly acclaimed, with numerous accolades such as Martindale-Hubbell's AV Preeminent rating, "Top 25" Hawaii Super Lawyers listings, and consecutive "Hawaii Litigation Firm of the Year" awards. Based in Honolulu, the firm prides itself on maintaining high standards of professional ethics and legal excellence.

We are seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant for a full-time, on-site role located in Honolulu, HI. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for providing support to attorneys in litigation matters. Daily tasks include preparing, reviewing, and filing legal documents, managing calendars, tracking deadlines, and performing general administrative duties. Additionally, the Legal Assistant will assist in maintaining case files, corresponding with clients, and ensuring compliance with court procedures.

• Demonstrated knowledge of legal processes, legal document preparation, and litigation procedures.
• Proficiency in providing administrative assistance, including managing schedules and maintaining organized documentation.
• Experience with calendaring and tracking critical deadlines in a legal setting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, professional environment.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office tools is preferred.
• Associate degree or higher in a relevant field is preferred. Previous experience as a litigation assistant or paralegal is highly desirable.