Galiher DeRobertis & Waxman Partner Ilana Waxman Named President of the Hawaii State Bar Foundation

We are proud to announce that Ilana Waxman, Managing Partner at Galiher DeRobertis & Waxman, has been appointed president of the Hawaii State Bar Foundation. This prestigious role recognizes Ilana’s long-standing commitment to justice, community service, and professional leadership within Hawaii’s legal community.

A Respected Advocate for Civil Justice

Ilana, who was born and raised on Maui, has built her career representing Hawaii residents in complex injury litigation. Under her leadership, Galiher DeRobertis & Waxman has taken on powerful interests to secure justice for individuals harmed by asbestos exposure, toxic pesticides, and institutional failures in protecting children. Most recently, Ilana and our team have been at the forefront of efforts to support victims of the devastating Maui wildfires in 2023.

Mobilizing for Maui Fire Disaster Victims, Lahaina Emergency Response

The legal team and staff at Galiher DeRobertis & Waxman are actively working with victims of the Maui Fire Disaster, as well as Hawai‘i community and aid organizations.

Firm managing partner Ilana Waxman — who was born and raised on Maui — is working closely with the Hawaii State Bar Foundation, the Hawaii Association for Justice, and the American Association for Justice to provide legal assistance to victims of the fire, which destroyed the city of Lahaina. Galiher DeRobertis & Waxman lawyers on the ground in Hawai‘i are also coordinating with the Hawai‘i Community Foundation’s “Lawyers Care Maui” fund to coordinate fundraising and legal assistance.

Click here to learn more and donate to the Hawai‘i Community Foundation’s “Maui Strong Fund.”