News, Events & Awards

News, Events & Awards

See how our attorneys are shaping the legal landscape through commentary on important client issues, professional development seminars, and national and local designations.

Joanne Lo Grimes Announced as 2019 Women Who Mean Business Honoree

Pacific Business News honors exceptional women every year across the state who are leaving their mark on Hawaii and beyond. These business leaders come from a range of industries, from education to hospitality to law.

This year, Joanne Lo Grimes was selected as someone who stood out as a leader who made great strides in her industry and contributed to the well-being of her community.

Bill Harstad offers guidance on workplace harassment policies

The #MeToo movement reached critical mass in 2018 as it brought to light issues of sexual harassment in the workplace.

Three Carlsmith Ball LLP Associates Admitted to Hawaii State Bar Association

Carlsmith Ball is pleased to announce that Honolulu associates Alex Chun, Maria Fagerstroem-Ryder and Leo Shimizu were recently admitted to the Hawaii State Bar Association.

Joanne Lo Grimes Offers Insights on Workplace Mentoring

Honolulu partner and firm co-chair Joanne Lo Grimes shared her perspective on the importance of building a culture of mentoring in the workplace in this month's Hawaii Business Biz Wiz column.

Carlsmith Ball LLP Attorney Paul Galindo Admitted to Hawaii State Bar Association

Carlsmith Ball LLP is pleased to announce that attorney Paul Galindo has been admitted to the Hawaii State Bar Association.

Three Distinguished UH Law Faculty Named Prestigious Carlsmith Ball Scholars

Three UH Law School faculty members – Professors Alison Conner, Charles Lawrence and Nicholas Mirkay – have been named Carlsmith Ball Scholars honoring and supporting forthcoming research work by each.

Joy Miyasaki Joins Carlsmith Ball LLP as a Partner in the Honolulu Office

Carlsmith Ball LLP is pleased to announce that Joy Miyasaki has joined the firm as a partner based in the Honolulu office. Ms. Miyasaki’s practice focuses on tax and estate planning, wealth preservation and asset protection, charitable planning and tax-exempt organizations, trust and estate administration, and trust and estate disputes and litigation.

Carlsmith Ball Named One of U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in 2019 Rankings

Carlsmith Ball LLP is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized by U.S. News – Best Lawyers in the 2019 “Best Law Firm” rankings. Carlsmith was named a best metropolitan firm in 25 practice areas, including 20 Tier 1 rankings. 

Bill Harstad Explores Fair Pricing During Natural Disasters

With hurricane season in full swing, Honolulu partner Bill Harstad educates businesses and consumers about state laws that protect against price gouging during times of emergency.

Carlsmith Ball Launches Environmental Practice Group

Carlsmith Ball announced the launch of the Environmental Practice Group today, formalizing a longstanding and growing practice area of the firm. The newly formed group is comprised of regulatory, transactional and litigation attorneys focused on serving as advisors and advocates for clients with environmental issues in the Pacific Region.