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Governor Nominates Vladimir Devens for Hawai‘i Chief Justice

4/3/2026

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Governor Josh Green nominates Vladimir Devens, associate justice of the Hawai‘i Supreme Court, for chief justice, citing his real-world experience and understanding of working families' needs.
Devens is a former police officer and labor lawyer.
He was unanimously confirmed to the Hawai‘i Supreme Court in 2023 after a selection process that included four other candidates.
The Hawai‘i Senate Judiciary Committee will review the nomination and may consider Devens' political activities.

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Governor Josh Green nominates Vladimir Devens, associate justice of the Hawai‘i Supreme Court, for chief justice, citing his real-world experience and understanding of working families' needs.
Devens is a former police officer and labor lawyer.
He was unanimously confirmed to the Hawai‘i Supreme Court in 2023 after a selection process that included four other candidates.
The Hawai‘i Senate Judiciary Committee will review the nomination and may consider Devens' political activities.