William S. Richardson

1919–2010 (age 91)

Chief Justice of Hawaii Supreme Court

Biography

William S. Richardson was a towering figure in Hawaiian jurisprudence, rising from humble beginnings to become Chief Justice of the Hawaii Supreme Court. His advocacy for the legal protection of native Hawaiian rights and his thoughtful stewardship of the court helped shape the islands' modern legal landscape.

Richardson was beloved for his generous spirit and long commitment to education, leaving a legacy of constitutional scholarship and community service that endures within the state he served so faithfully.

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