Richard M. Rand

Richard M. Rand is a Hawaii labor and employment attorney with more than 28 years of experience advising employers on federal and state employment laws. He joined MJW as a partner in January 2007, having previously served as a director at Torkildson Katz et al. His practice includes employment claims, wage and hour disputes, traditional labor law, complex labor negotiations, and Davis-Bacon Act compliance. Rand also negotiates collective bargaining agreements, advises employers on their administration, and represents clients in arbitration and mediation proceedings.

An experienced trial lawyer, Rand has served as lead counsel in jury trials in both state and federal courts, handled state and federal administrative proceedings, and argued cases before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and Hawaii appellate courts. He has also represented buyers and sellers in the labor and employment aspects of major real estate transactions. Rand is admitted to practice in Hawaii state and federal courts and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. He has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America and listed in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business. In addition to his legal practice, he serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Hawaii.