Your job-related problems are handled by ILWU Business Agents and two of the best labor law firms in Hawaii. Some grievances involve a lot of time and costly legal work, but there is never any charge to you for contract-related legal services.

ILWU members may go to our law firms for help with personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. The Union law firms are highly skilled in these matters and charge reasonable fees.

ILWU members may also go to the law firms for advice on personal legal problems. There is no charge for the advice; and if any legal work is required, the attorney will advise you on the fees he or she will charge. Appointments can be arranged through your ILWU Division office.

Legal help is also available through an AFL-CIO Union Privilege Program. Union Privilege allows ILWU members a free 30-minute consultation with a union-friendly lawyer. Click here for more information on Union Privilege.