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Tribal Prosecutor

Santee Sioux Nation of Nebraska, Niobrara (Santee), NE

The prosecutor’s main duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Be available at all times to advise the Santee Sioux Tribal Police and Santee Sioux Child Protective Services on issues to include, but not limited to, search and seizure and removal of minor children.  As such the Prosecutor shall ensure that there is a working facsimile telephone number where they may send and receive appropriate legal documents on non-court days and after hours;

Review reports from law enforcement for legal sufficiency, and make such charging decisions as may dictated by the evidence and after the appropriate application of prosecutorial discretion;

Timely prepare adult criminal complaints, juvenile offender petitions and abuse/neglect petitions and place them on file with the Clerk of the Tribal Court;

Conduct trial preparation and issue praecipes for subpoena in a timely manner such that all witnesses are notified of the requirement of their testimony at trial; and

Professionally and effectively conduct trials in all such cases where the interest of justice warrants and reasonable settlement negotiations have not disposed of the matter.

Juris Doctorate from an ABA Accredited Law School

Open until February 27, 2026

Please send any inquiries to joseph.henry.james.ii@gmail.com

Housing Stability Staff Attorney 

New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA), Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Santa Ana Pueblo, Gallup, Taos, Las Vegas, Silver City, Las Cruces, and Roswell

New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans for a variety of legal issues including domestic violence/family law, consumer protection, housing, and benefits. NMLA has locations throughout the state including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Gallup, Roswell, Silver City, Las Vegas, Taos, and Santa Ana Pueblo.

NMLA is seeking two Housing Stability Staff Attorneys, who will handle the following for eligible clients:

• Eviction prevention

• Eviction diversion

• Habitability issues

• Reasonable accommodations

• Subsidized housing

• Low Income housing Tax Credit

• Other housing related work

The work will include:

• Advising clients.

• Helping them prepare paperwork.

• Representing clients in court and in administrative proceedings.

• Conducting community education and outreach to eligible clients and community organizations as necessary.

The Housing Stability Staff Attorney positions can be based in any NMLA office throughout New Mexico.

NMLA offers a very collaborative environment and support for less experienced attorneys. NMLA handles a wide range of creative, challenging and complex work. We are looking for highly motivated candidates who are passionate about and strongly committed to helping NMLA better serve our client communities.

” “Requirements:

• Experience as a licensed attorney preferred, but exceptional entry-level candidates will be

• considered.

• Admission to practice in New Mexico required.

• Must be able to effectively use computer technology and remote communications systems, including shared on-line workspaces, web meetings and videoconferencing software, to effectively collaborate and co-counsel with staff located in multiple offices.

• Have excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and manage a caseload.

• Able to build collaborative relationships with the staff in multiple offices and the community.

• Familiarity with Office365 is a plus.

• Bilingual is a plus (Spanish/English)

This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement negotiated by the union. Pay is determined by years of experience and set by a union scale outlined in the CBA (click here to view the salary scale).

Salary: $63,376.18 – $100,547.39 for licensed attorneys, DOE

Application Deadline: February 28, 2026 or until filled. Resumes reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applicants must submit a current resume, three references, and a cover letter that explains your interest in this position and the mission of NMLA. Your application will not be considered unless we receive both of these documents. To apply, visit: https://newmexicolegalaid.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1694939

Applicants will be subject to a background check. Please do not let this deter you from applying. NMLA is committed to a strong workforce and recognizes that persons with marks on their record may still be able to perform admirably.

Staff Attorney – Blackfeet Legal Department

Blackfeet Tribe, Browning MT

Staff Attorney

The Blackfeet Tribe is seeking an entry level associate attorney to join the Blackfeet Legal Department in Browning, Montana. Selected candidates will conduct research, draft legal documents, contribute to case preparation, and participate in civil litigation in Federal, State, and Tribal courts. We seek a candidate with strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills, coupled with a commitment to ethical standards. If you are prepared to make a significant contribution to our Department and strive for legal excellence, we encourage you to submit your application and be part of our dedicated team.  

Interested candidates please email a cover letter, resume and a list of references to:  tgilham@blackfeetnation.com

Juris Doctorate; Admission to State Bar(s) Salary Negotiable Open until March 15, 2026

Attorney Position No. 243566

DOJ/Office of the Attorney General, Window Rock, Arizona 86515

Perform legal work representing the Navajo Nation Government before Federal, state, and Navajo Nation courts and administrative tribunals. 

1. Conduct legal research and draft pleadings related to environmental and natural resources law. 

2. Provide legal guidance to Navajo Nation Divisions, departments, the Navajo Nation Council and Committees and statutory and regulatory compliance.

3. Prepare interpretations of new legislation and judicial decisions. 

4. Review contracts, lease, permits, and related documents for legal sufficiency.  Address contract and procurement issues as assigned. 

Juris Doctorate (JD), Current admission to any U.S. state bar intention of seeking and securing admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico, or Utah State Bar within one year of hire. Salary Negotiable $82,956.24 – 93,173.28 Depending on experience. Open until March 27, 2026 https://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/

Senior Attorney Position No. 202248

DOJ/Office of the Attorney General, Window Rock, Arizona

Provide complex legal work and representation for the Navajo Nation Government before federal, state, and Navajo Nation courts and administrative tribunals

Juris Doctorate (JD); and 4 years of professional experience as a state-licensed attorney. Current admission to any U.S. state bar intent to seek admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico, or Utah State Bar within one (2) year of hire. Salary Negotiate $98,595.36 – 114,255.36; Depending on license and experience. Open until February 27, 2026 https://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/

Attorney Position No. 242656

DOJ/Navajo Nation Office of the Attorney General, Window Rock, Arizona

Represent the Navajo Nation in water rights adjudications before state and federal courts and administrative tribunals.

1. Participate in settlement negotiations related to water rights matters.

2. Provide legal presentation and advice on all water rights issues affecting the Nation.

3. Work closely with technical staff in the Department of Water Resources, other Navajo Nation programs, and external consultants and expert witnesses.

4. Provide legal counsel to the Office of the President and Vice President, Office of the Speaker, Navajo Nation Council and its committees and the Navajo Nation Water Rights Commission.” Juris Doctorate (JD) Current admission to any U.S. state bar intention of seeking and securing admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico, or Utah State Bar within one (1) year of hire.

Salary Negotiable $82,956.24 to 96,173.28 depending on the experience. Open until February 27, 2026 https://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/

Attorney Position No. 243563

DOJ/Navajo Nation Office of the Attorney General, Window Rock, Arizona 86515

Provide legal guidance and advice to assigned divisions, departments, and programs under the direction of the Attorney General/Deputy Attorney General or Assistant Attorney General.

1. Advise on statutory and regulatory authority, contract disputes, procurement issues, and intergovernmental relations.

2.  Perform professional legal work, including legal research, trial preparation, drafting briefs, pleadings, and legal documents.

3. Confer with departments and branches of government; prepare legal opinions and interpretations of new legislation and judicial decisions.

4. Review contracts, leases, permits and related documents for legal sufficiency.  Interview witness, complainants, and others on a variety of legal matters.

Juris Doctorate (JD) Current admission to any state bar with the intention of seeking and securing admission to the Navajo Nation Bar Association and either the Arizona, New Mexico, or Utah State Bar within one (1) year of hire. Salary Negotiable $82,956.24 – 96,173.28 Depending on experience. Open until February 27, 2026 https://www.dpm.navajo-nsn.gov/

Corporate Counsel

Seneca Resorts & Casinos, Niagara Falls, NY

The Corporate Counsel provides legal advice, counsel and representation in support of all operational, risk management and compliance activities, broadly collaborating across departments and functional areas.  Primary responsibilities include contract drafting, review, and negotiation, and ensuring that all commercial arrangements protect the enterprise’s legal, financial, compliance, and sovereign interests.  Based on experience, subject matter expertise, and organizational need, the Corporate Counsel may also assume broader responsibilities that may include corporate governance, gaming regulatory matters, employment and benefits issues, litigation management, risk management, construction, real estate, intellectual property and general corporate matters.   All duties are to be performed consistent with Seneca Gaming Corporation’s policies and procedures, Internal Control Standards and objectives.

1.    Must be 18 years of age or older upon employment.

2.    Juris Doctorate required.

3.    Must be admitted to the bar as an active member in good standing in New York or another jurisdiction within the United States (New York is preferred).

4.    Must have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible legal experience, including private practice experience either in-house or for a global, national or regional law firm.  

5.    Prior contract review, in-house, casino industry, federal Indian law, or tribal enterprise experience preferred.

6.    Must have proficient basic computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office and similar software tools.

7.    Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to substantiate a safe driving record within the parameters acceptable to the corporation’s liability insurance carrier.

Open Until Filled https://senecacasinos.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SGC/job/Corporate-Counsel_JR102322

Attorney

Native American Disability Law Center, Farmington, New Mexico/Flagstaff, Arizona/Regional Remote

The Law Center provides free legal services to Native Americans with disabilities living on or near the Navajo, Hopi, San Juan Southern Paiute, Southern Ute, and Ute Mountain Ute reservations.  With offices located in Farmington, New Mexico and Flagstaff, Arizona, we serve a broad geographical area in the Four Corners Region of Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico.  Attorneys at the Law Center represent clients in administrative hearings, as well as tribal, state and federal court actions.  Attorneys also work with tribal governments on legislation and policies affecting individuals with disabilities.  

The Law Center currently seeks an attorney to focus on education issues impacting Native American students with disabilities. Applicants must have a demonstrable interest in issues facing individuals with disabilities & other disenfranchised communities. Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is preferred, but consideration will be given to experienced attorneys with a desire to learn these areas of law. Other areas of practice may include employment and housing discrimination, and violations of civil rights based on disability. 

2+ years of experience

Admission to the Utah, Arizona, Colorado, or New Mexico Bar or the ability to apply for admission on waiver to Arizona or New Mexico is preferred. Lack of any disciplinary history and the ability to take the next available state and tribal bar exam is required.” Depends on Experience – salary competitive with Arizona & New Mexico government salaries Open Until Filled https://nativedisabilitylaw.org/job-opportunities

Associate Tribal Attorney

Hoopa Valley Tribe, Hoopa, CA

Associate Attorney: Office of Tribal Attorney. Regular, Full-time. Salary: $85,000/ Annually, DOE. The Associate Attorney is responsible to provide advice, negotiation, research, representation, drafting, interpretations, and opinions on all legal matters without limitation as requested by Tribal Administration, Tribal Programs, and Enterprises. Will work closely with the Tribe’s Legal Team and other attorneys with whom the Tribe has contracted for specific additional legal representation. Conducts civil lawsuits, drafts and/or draws up legal documents, and advises the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council, Departments and its Entities as to legal rights, including other duties as assigned by the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council, Chairman, or his designee. Associate Tribal Attorney does not provide legal services to individual Tribal Members, except upon the express resolution of the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council when representation of the individual involves significant tribal government interests.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate of an A.B.A. approved Law School; Juris Doctor (JD) Degree.  Must be licensed to practice law in California and be able to obtain admission to the Hoopa Tribal Court Bar. One to five (1-5) years of experience practicing law, Indian law, or other governmental law preferred.

• Respectful, courteous, and friendly to the public, other tribal employees, and tribal leaders.  A team player who helps the Senior Attorney and Tribal Council meet their goals.  Takes initiative to meet work objectives.  Effective communications with the public and other tribal employees.  Gets along with co-workers and managers.  Demonstrates honesty and ethical behavior.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Acrobat, Word Processing software, Excel Spreadsheet software and basic understanding of Legal filing applications. 

• Establish and maintain effective working relations with the Tribal Council, Tribal Departments and/their Entities, Committees, Community, and outside resources with firmness, tact, and impartiality;

• Prepare and present effective oral and written informative material related to the activities of the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council.  This will include technical writing and presentations to diverse audiences;

• Ability to analyze complex problems and situations and to propose quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action;

• Ability to organize information (maintain organized files, notes, and records) and be able to organize, and plan multiple tasks and projects.

Open until February 18,2026 https://www.hoopa-nsn.gov/tribal-jobs/

Staff Attorney

Anishinabe Legal Services, Cass Lake, Minnesota

Providing direct legal services in civil law matters to low-income Native Americans residing on or near Leech Lake, White Earth, and Red Lake Tribal lands in Northern Minnesota.  Legal issues will include family law, landlord/tenant, consumer, civil rights, government benefits, and more. A valid license to practice in any U.S. state and in good standing with the authorizing bar authority or a J.D. degree and willingness to sit for the July 2026 Bar Exam. Salary $80,000/yr.+D.O.E. for licensed attorneys, $70,000/yr. for law school grads who have not yet passed a state bar exam (which will be increased to $80,000/yr. immediately upon passing the Minnesota State Bar Exam). Accepted until filled, but applications preferred by February 20th, 2026. https://alslegal.blogspot.com/2026/02/hiring-fte-staff-attorney-2026.html

Senior Staff Attorney III (Government Contracts Lead)

Yakama Nation, Yakama Reservation, Toppenish, WA

Yakama Nation is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney to lead its government contracts division. This is a pivotal leadership position tasked with operational management, modernizing legal workflows, and producing high-level legal analysis and work product. Key priorities include:

• Legal Stewardship: Lead the review and negotiation of sophisticated contracts and intergovernmental agreements, ensuring that terms and conditions align with tribal policies and sovereignty protections.

• Operational Innovation: Take the lead in selecting and implementing our first Contract Lifecycle Management system to automate workflows and enhance the efficiency of the tribal government’s legal processes.

• Team Mentorship: Supervise and cultivate a cohort of staff attorneys, fostering a culture of professionalism, precision, and collaboration.

• Strategic Advisory: Act as a key advisor to the Tribal Council, Tribal Administration, Program Staff, and Construction Managers on issues ranging from simple procurement to dispute resolution requiring litigation.” The ideal candidate would be a seasoned practitioner with at least eight years of relevant experience who possesses a deep understanding of tribal self-governance. They should have a proven track record in PL 93-638 contracting, federal grants, and intergovernmental agreements. They should bring a systemic mindset—a person eager to build processes by developing standardized templates, delivering staff training, and spearheading the implementation of a Contract Lifecycle Management system. As posted on the Job Announcement. Open until February 17, 2026 https://yakama.isolvedhire.com/jobs

Legal Assistant for the Civil Legal Aid Office Pueblo of Zuni

Zuni, New Mexico

Legal Document preparation, records management, research and case preparation. Assist counsel by preparing legal documentation, ensure court forms are accurate and completed in a timely manner, assist with preparation and scheduling for various legal proceedings, interviews, and hearings. Acts as a primary point of contact for the department for all interfacing organizational functions, Manager various clerical functions to support office services. Knowledge of basic legal concept and principles, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, attention to detail and willingness to provide basic legal assistance. Associates degree with three years legal clerical experience preparing legal documents.

Salary Starting at $18.30 Open until filled https://jobs.ourcareerpages.com/job/966303?source=PuebloofZuni&jobFeedCode=PuebloofZuni&returnURL=http://www.ashiwi.org/

Director/Civil Attorney

Pueblo of Zuni, Zuni, New Mexico

Provide civil legal services to individuals living in the community. Type out routine legal pleadings, letters, contracts, agreements, and other legal documents. Legal research & Writing, Filing, appearing in court on behalf of client, case management, develop mediation services to all parties involved in a case, defend clients in civil matters, such as child custody, child support, guardianships, probates, paternities, civil claim cases, dissolution of marriage, estate planning, Minor in need of care, and some juvenile dependency cases, etc.  Supervise legal assistant, maintain, review, and approve administrative matter. Familiarity with legal pleadings and documents, demonstrate knowledge of local and federal court systems, ability to effectively present information and response to questions/inquiries from judges, attorneys and the general public, demonstrate expertise and knowledge of the philosophy and practice of legal advocacy, laws, ethics, and policies, and ability to maintain good working relationships with Prosecutor, public defender, tribal courts, and the general public. Juris Doctor with admission to the highest court of any state, with a preference for State of New Mexico and/or Arizona. Minimum of three years of post-law school work experience in a legal setting. Must have a valid Driver’s license with no DWI convictions or any criminal convictions within the past three years.

Starting at $43.10. Open until filled. https://jobs.ourcareerpages.com/job/966512?source=PuebloofZuni&jobFeedCode=PuebloofZuni&returnURL=http://www.ashiwi.org/

Associate Judge

Pueblo of Zuni, Zuni, New Mexico

Interprets laws in compliance with the Zuni Tribal Constitution and Zuni Tribal Code. Presides over various types of hearings and trials across multiple legal issues. Serves in various judicial capacities as necessary or as docketed. Performs related judicial duties as required. Comprehensive knowledge of judicial procedures, the Zuni Tribal Constitution, Tribal Codes, Federal and State Laws, ordinances and regulations that affect the  Pueblo of Zuni Tribal Court. Familiarity with courtroom procedures, rules of evidence, and trial advocacy techniques. Proficiency in legal research, courtroom management, and case documentation using modern technology. Salary Negotiable – Starting $35.61. Open until filled. https://jobs.ourcareerpages.com/job/952744?source=PuebloofZuni&jobFeedCode=PuebloofZuni&returnURL=http://www.ashiwi.org/

Native American Program Staff Attorney

New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA), Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico (Travel with the State) NMLA’s Native American Program (NAP) provides free legal services – both civil and criminal – to eligible low-income Native Americans living on or near the 19 Pueblos and the Mescalero Apache tribe in New Mexico. In addition to cases promoting family and economic stability, NAP prioritizes cases arising because of someone’s status as a Native American, including tribal and Indian law, estate planning involving tribal property, racial discrimination, and tribal criminal court cases. Much of NAP’s caseload is comprised of cases in Pueblo courts, but the program handles poverty law issues coming up in other fora as well. Refer to Link provided 

Salary: $63,376.18 – $100,547.39 for licensed attorneys, DOE. Open until March 5, 2026 https://newmexicolegalaid.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1699778

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