Hawaiian Land Dispute Resolution

Summary

The users family is facing eviction from land they have lived on for 70 years by a non-profit organization, Malama Ka Aina Hana Ka Aina. The Department of Hawaiian Homes Land had previously tried to evict the family in the 80s, but the case was dismissed. The user is seeking legal advice to challenge the eviction and establish their right to the land. They have tried contacting the Department of Hawaiian Homes Land and reporting the non-profit to them, but have received no response. They have not yet sought legal representation or filed a complaint with the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. They are also considering seeking information about the 80s case from the Hawaii State Bar Association and the Hawaii State Judiciary.

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My family was taken to court by department of hawaiian homes land in the 80s trying to say my family doesnt belong there and thejudge threw case out * yrs later dhhl aallowed a non profit to evict us from same land thry tried * yrs ago but failed
What evidence do you have to prove your family's ownership or right to the land? In Hawaii, land ownership can be established through deeds, wills, or court judgments.
We been living on the land * yrs dhhl didnt have enough proof we didnt
What is the current status of the case? Are there any pending court proceedings?

In Hawaii, adverse possession laws may apply if you've been living on the land for a certain period.
The case was thrown out in the 80s the judge said if dhhl didnt agree rhey could take us to higher court . Ikei attorney in 80s filed third party suit due to dhhl wasnt the original owners of that land and asked for *. For work done on land its over the *. Limit the dhhl and state it was expected to file with third curcuit court but they never did * yrs later they just do it again not filing in court as was said in the 80s
What is the current legal action that DHHL or the non-profit has taken against you?
Served us cease and decease papers(eviction ) and a 24hr criminal tresspass if we didnt leave in 24hrs. The same non profit burned a elderly mans home down
What is the name of the non-profit organization that served you the eviction notice?
Malama Ka Aina Hana Ka Aina
What actions have you taken since receiving the eviction notice from Malama Ka Aina Hana Ka Aina?
We tried contacting dhhl but no reply dhhl allows the non profit to commit crimes use the non profit to get funds n been claiming it was used on the community and never was
What actions have you taken against the non-profit organization, Malama Ka Aina Hana Ka Aina, since receiving the eviction notice?
We tried reporting them to dhhl nothing
Have you considered seeking legal representation to challenge the eviction notice?
Yes pls i believe this is wrong the judge said they needed to file third curcuit court due to the amount our attorney seeked for work n yrs there now we talking bout * yrs of work on the land and without them doing what was said they didnt how is it the judge threw out case we remained there * yrs n now a non profit has the right when dhhl n state couldnt in 80s
What actions have you taken to challenge the eviction notice in court?

In Hawaii, eviction cases are handled by the District Court. You can contact the Third Circuit Court at (*) *-* for more information.
We have no one to assist us
Have you tried reaching out to local legal aid organizations or pro bono attorneys for assistance? In Hawaii, you can contact Legal Aid Society of Hawaii at (*) *-*.
Here its hard coruption its who u know
What steps have you taken to report the alleged corruption? In Hawaii, you can report corruption to the State Ethics Commission at (*) *-*.
I dont know who to seek help from
Have you considered contacting the Hawaii State Bar Association for a referral to a lawyer who specializes in land disputes? They can be reached at (*) *-*.
No
Have you considered filing a complaint against the non-profit organization, Malama Ka Aina Hana Ka Aina, with the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs?
Do i have to pay
Filing a complaint with the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs is typically free. However, legal proceedings may involve costs.
Ok
What is the current status of your communication with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL)?

In Hawaii, you can contact the DHHL at (*) *-* for more information about your case.
Can u tell me if another lawyer took over attorney ikei cases
To find out if another lawyer took over Attorney Ikei's cases, you may need to contact the law firm or the local bar association.
Can u advice me where to or how to
You can contact the Hawaii State Bar Association at (*) *-*. They can provide information about the current status of Attorney Ikei's cases.
If the judge threww case out what does that mean
If a judge "throws out" a case, it generally means the case has been dismissed and will not proceed further in that court.
Said the state had failed in this court to evict my family judge ito said
What is the current status of your case? Have you received any recent court notices or decisions?
From that case we never recieved any court notices or anything just from the non profit organization
Have you sought legal advice regarding the eviction notice served by the non-profit organization, Malama Ka Aina Hana Ka Aina?
No they charge
Have you considered reaching out to free legal aid services in Hawaii? They might be able to provide assistance or guidance.
Again legal aid like the redt its who u know
Have you tried contacting the Hawaii State Bar Association for a referral to a lawyer who specializes in land disputes? They can be reached at (*) *-*.
Im just confuse on how a judge in 80s had ruled state had failed on eviction of my family
What actions have been taken by the non-profit organization, Malama Ka Aina Hana Ka Aina, since the eviction notice was served?
We contacted dhhl and no reply
What actions have you taken since you didn't receive a reply from DHHL?
Dont know whoo or how to
Have you considered reaching out to the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to file a complaint against the non-profit organization, Malama Ka Aina Hana Ka Aina?
Can u advice me how to
You can file a complaint online through the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' website. Alternatively, you can call them at (*) *-* for further assistance.
Can u tell me how it looks to u
Based on the information provided, it seems you may have a valid dispute. However, it's crucial to seek legal advice. Consider contacting the Hawaii State Bar Association or Legal Aid Society of Hawaii.
Should i try the bar to get info on the 80s case from attorney ikei
Yes, the Hawaii State Bar Association could potentially provide information about past cases handled by Attorney Ikei. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Is there a way i can get more documents of the case from the 80s
You can request court records from the 80s by contacting the Hawaii State Judiciary. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Ok can u see if there is any atorneys that arent from here that would assist
You can reach out to the American Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Directory to find attorneys outside of Hawaii who may be able to assist. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Is there a web site for state bar and any other i should seek
Websites for those
Web link for. American bar association
You can visit the American Bar Association's website at www.americanbar.org.
Thank u
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.