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Circuit Courts share concurrent jurisdiction with District Courts in civil non-jury cases in which the amounts in controversy are between $10,000 and $40,000. Other cases heard by the Circuit Courts include mechanics' liens and misdemeanor violations transferred from the District Courts for jury trials.

The Small Estates division of the circuit court can help you with a small estate proceeding without your having to hire an attorney. They charge a fee of 3% of the value of the estate, plus court filing fees and newspaper publication costs.

The Circuit Court is the court of general jurisdiction. The Intermediate Court of Appeals acts as the intermediate appellate court. The Hawaii Supreme Court is the highest court in the state. Includes published opinions from the Hawaii Supreme Court and Hawaii Appellate Courts.

Juvenile and family courts may cover delinquency, abuse and neglect, divorce, child custody and support, domestic violence, adoption, guardianship, and/or probation - including intake, custody and supervision.

The District Courts have jurisdiction over: Traffic infractions and violations. Offenses classified as violations of state laws or county ordinances. Criminal offenses punishable by imprisonment not exceeding one year.

The Small Estates division of the circuit court can help you with a small estate proceeding without your having to hire an attorney. They charge a fee of 3% of the value of the estate, plus court filing fees and newspaper publication costs.

The Family Court hears legal matters involving children.

Circuit Courts share concurrent jurisdiction with District Courts in civil non-jury cases in which the amounts in controversy are between $10,000 and $40,000. Other cases heard by the Circuit Courts include mechanics' liens and misdemeanor violations transferred from the District Courts for jury trials.