Hawaii Employment Contract: Definition, Key Considerations

Jeanilou G.T. Maschhoff has over 20 years of comprehensive business operations, finance, and development experience in addition to being a licensed attorney in California and Hawaii. She zealously works as a Trusted Advisor, Business/Brand Consultant, and Advocate for small businesses, non-profit organizations, and personal brands. She is dedicated to helping female business owners and professionals in the entertainment, beauty, fashion, and wellness industries make their goals a reality. She uses her diversified expertise to provide a holistic approach to addressing business and legal needs. Acting as a trusted advisor and outsourced general counsel, she assists on an array of business and personal matters. Passionate about social justice and assisting underrepresented populations, Jeanilou started her legal career working in the non-profit sector working towards access to justice and gender equity. She continues to assist non-profit organizations in many capacities and actively looks to partner businesses with charitable causes, creating a synergistic effect that benefits not only the organizations involved but our society as a whole. As an early adopter of the virtual practice of law, Jeanilou has been assisting law firms and solo practitioners adjust to the remote delivery of legal services and helping businesses explore Web 3.0.

Samantha earned her J.D. at the University of Hawaii, William S. Richardson School of Law and has been a member of the Hawaii State Bar Association since 2020. Samantha has worked as a Family Law attorney in Hawaii since 2020, and has represented clients on a variety of family law matters including: premarital agreements, pre- and post-judgement custody, parenting time and child support issues, pre- and post-divorce issues, interstate custody, and paternity issues. Samantha is a certified E-RYT 200 yoga instructor, taught yoga classes at the Modern Hotel in Waikiki throughout law school, and continues to teach yoga classes at various yoga studios in Honolulu to this day.

I have been practicing law for over twenty years. My practice includes employment/labor law, alternative dispute resolution, estate planning, business and general civil matters.

Attorney specializing in Family Law and Small Business Law. Georgetown and London School of Economics alum. Law Degree from UH Manoa Richardson School of Law. Small local business entrepreneur on Oahu for 10+ years.

Matt practices law in the areas of commercial finance, contract law, business & corporate law, and residential and commercial real estate (with a particular emphasis on retail shopping centers and office buildings). He has extensive experience in negotiating and structuring complex commercial loan, asset acquisition, asset disposition, leasing and real estate transactions. Matt additionally works on various general matters for clients such as forming LLCs and corporations, preparing various LLC and corporation documents and drafting and reviewing various types of contracts and agreements for clients and providing advice regarding same. Matt provides clients with extensive and timely communication on their matters and ensures that his clients are well represented and highly satisfied with their legal representation and the work product provided. Matt offers all potential clients a free initial consultation to discuss their legal matters prior to engaging his firm to represent them. Prior to opening his law firm Matt worked for many years in the New York City office of a large international law firm where he counseled large multi-national businesses, financial institutions, investment groups and individuals on highly sophisticated business, financial and real estate transactions. Matt provides his clients with diligent legal representation on their matters with a very personal approach.

I am a seasoned attorney specializing in data privacy, information security, and intellectual property law, with over 19 years of experience. As a Certified Information Privacy Professional, I provide strategic legal counsel to organizations navigating the complexities of data protection, compliance, and technology transactions. My extensive background includes working with both public and private sector clients, contributing to academia as a subject matter expert, and serving in leadership roles within influential legal organizations. This combination of practical, academic, and leadership experience enables me to deliver tailored solutions that align with business objectives and mitigate legal risks. Expertise: I have a proven track record of drafting, negotiating, and advising on a wide range of agreements and legal documentation, including: Data Law & Privacy: - Privacy Policies compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations - Information Security Policies and Documentation - Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) - Incident Response Plans and Data Breach Protocols - eDiscovery Protocols and Legal Hold Documentation Technology Transactions: - Software Development Agreements (including Mobile Apps) - SaaS and Subscription Agreements - IP Licensing and Royalty Agreements - Technology Outsourcing and Cloud Service Agreements Corporate & Commercial Agreements: - Master Services Agreements (MSAs) - Joint Venture Agreements - Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreements - Real Estate Purchase & Sale Agreements - Loan Agreements and Financial Documentation Employment & Operations: - Employee Handbooks and Workplace Policies - Employment Contracts - Supply Chain and Logistics Agreements Creative & Digital Content: - Sponsorship Agreements - Digital Creator and Influencer Agreements - E-Commerce Terms & Conditions My approach is centered on delivering results that protect my clients' interests while facilitating innovation and growth. Whether advising startups, established corporations, or creative professionals, I leverage my deep understanding of data-driven industries to craft agreements that address current needs and anticipate future challenges. If you’re seeking a responsive, detail-oriented legal partner with a focus on data law and cutting-edge technology, I’d be delighted to assist with your next project.

Copyright, trademark, and intellectual property contracts and licenses. General Business contracts. Practical and comprehensive advice and contract drafting in an efficient, no-nonsense manner. She routinely represents clients needing copyright, trademark, and intellectual property contracts and licenses in the book publishing industry, music publishing, and all aspects of art and entertainment. She has represented both sides of the table - creators and authors and corporations and businesses. After 40 years of experience she has seen most business models and structures and has worked with many general contracts in different industries.