Hawaiʻi Deputy Attorney General wins national award from antitrust task force

Hawaiʻi State Deputy Attorney General Rodney Kimura has been awarded the 2023 Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of Attorney General Antitrust Task Force.

The highly prestigious award is given for exemplary service to the task force, which is made up of antitrust attorneys from across the country and is responsible for coordinating antitrust litigation efforts.

Antitrust laws promote a fair and competitive economy and benefit both consumers and corporations.

“I am humbled by the award and recognition and am deeply grateful to all my colleagues who supported me through the years to make the most of my opportunity to serve the public,” Kimura said.

For almost 30 years, Kimura has been the primary and often the sole antitrust enforcer for the State of Hawaiʻi, investigating claims, working with the federal government, and participating in multi-state litigation.

“Rod has been a pillar of our department for many years, and we are all proud of him for being recognized as one of the best lawyers in the nation,” said Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez. “Hawaiʻi is fortunate to have him on our side.”

Kimuraʻs hard work includes 5 a.m. conference calls and work during nights and weekends for which he receives no overtime.

“We’re lucky to have someone of Rod’s experience and knowledge dedicate himself to state service for so many years,” said Bryan Yee, supervising deputy attorney general. “I’m thrilled the National Association of Attorney General Antitrust Task Force has recognized him.”

Kimura is a graduate of St. Louis High School and the William S. Richardson School of Law in Honolulu.