William S. Richardson School of Law |

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Students Speak

  • Coming from out-of-state, the tight-knit community of a small school like Richardson seemed intimidating. However, faculty and students alike are extremely welcoming and instantly calmed all fears.”
  • All of my classmates are so encouraging and willing to help. We really are one big ‘ohana!”
  • I am proud to be a member of the Richardson ohana, where I am surrounded by the most down-to-earth, intelligent, and driven group of people I have ever met.”
  • Richardson is law school with the aloha spirit. A supportive community of students and faculty whose main goal is to better the state of Hawaii, the nation, and the world, through the legal profession.”
  • Richardson has provided opportunities for me I never dreamed possible. This law school truly cares about each individual student’s academic success.”
  • At Richardson, we’re learning how to be competent lawyers and, more importantly, good people.”

Our Mission

The William S. Richardson School of Law is a collaborative, multicultural community preparing students for excellence in the practice of law and related careers that advance justice and the rule of law.

We develop highly qualified, ethical professionals through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and public service.

We embrace Hawaii’s diversity and values and recognize a special responsibility to our state and the Pacific region.

We lead in environmental law, Native Hawaiian law, and Pacific-Asian legal studies.