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Attorney
Hobbs Straus Dean & Walker , Washington DC
Conduct legal research, Draft and review legal documents, Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations, Manage & prioritize multiple case and deadlines $110,000 – $130,000 annually Open Until Filled https://hobbsstraus.com/associate-attorney-positionwashington-dc-2/
Legislative Director, Climate and Energy
Earthjustice , Washington DC
This position provides legislative and administrative strategy development and implementation as well as oversight of a team of the Policy and Legislation staff working on Earthjustice’s climate and energy priorities, including limited PAL advocacy in the states if applicable.
Oversees the development and implementation of legislative and administrative advocacy strategies by supervisees as well as develops and implements the same on issues covered directly. Creates and maintains a leadership position within the D.C. environmental community and when applicable state and local environmental and justice communities on assigned issue areas. Cultivate and lead a cohesive and supportive policy team around (climate and energy).
Eight years combined federal legislative and administrative advocacy experience.
Bachelors, Masters, or JD.
$164,000 – $182,200 Closes April 11th, 2025. https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=o8IFvfwK&s=Turtle_Talk
Associate Judge Part Time
The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan , Mount Pleasant MI
Under the supervision of Chief Judge, responsible for the timely and efficient administration of justice in all criminal and civil matters brought before the Tribal Court in accordance with all applicable law and shall fulfill all judicial responsibilities of the Chief Judge set forth under Tribal Law. All Tribal Court staff must adhere to mandated reporting laws. This is a contract position.
•Ten years experience as a practicing attorney
•Licensed as active member in good standing by the State Bar of Michigan or other state bar.
Wage is negotiable, Part Time Starting Salary $49,743.20 Open Until Filled https://www.sagchip.org/careers/
Associate General Counsel
The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan , Mount Pleasant Michigan
Under the supervision of Senior Associate General Counsel, provide general legal services to the tribe and its enterprises in a broad variety of matters including: contract law, employment law, administrative law, real estate transactions, Indian gaming regulation, taxation, jurisdiction disputes, environmental law, cultural resource preservation, child welfare, and drafting legislation consistent with representation provided by the General Counsel.
•Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school.
•Experience as a practicing attorney.
•Licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan; or must be licensed in another state and become licensed in the State of Michigan following the next available bar exam; or by reciprocity no later than six months after date of hire. If not licensed in any state, then must become licensed in the State of Michigan following the next available bar exam.
Starting Wage: $86,486.40 is negotiable Open Until Filled www.sagchip.org/careers/
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Attorney General
Omaha Tribe of Nebraska, Macy, Nebraska
The position of Attorney General shall be responsible for protecting all Tribal assets, defending the integrity of the Tribe, assisting and advising all Tribal entities in their pursuit of progress on behalf of Tribal members, and managing and providing legal services and representation to the Tribe, the Tribal Council, the Tribal Government, and its Tribal Entities.Advise Tribal Chairman, Executive Officers, and Tribal Council on all legal matters impacting the Tribe, its Tribal Government, and its Tribal Entities; Prepare and recommend appropriate tribal laws, resolutions, rules and regulations for Tribal Council’s approval; Issue advisory opinions on legal questions interpreting Tribal law upon request of the Tribal Council, an individual Tribal Council Member, a Tribal official, or an Executive Employee.
Must have a Juris Doctorate degree, and have five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney.
– At least three (3) years of working responsible legal experience in Indian law, which includes trial practice, government and municipal law, civil rights, land use, corporate and business law, gaming law, real estate law, tax law, and civil legal services is preferred.
OpenUntil filled https://omahatribe.applicantpro.com/jobs/3565524
Staff Attorney, Indian Law Project
Legal Services; Reno, Nevada
Nevada Legal Services has an opening for an attorney to join our Indian Law Project. The Indian Law Project serves the 27 tribes within the State of Nevada, providing a wide range of services to both tribal members and tribal governments based upon the needs expressed by each community. Project attorneys assist tribal governments in ICWA matters and act as public defender in a number of tribal jurisdictions. Attorneys also serve individual tribal members in a wide variety of legal matters including eviction defense, estate planning, dependency representation, and economic development activities.
Applicants must be licensed to practice in Nevada, or licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction and
eligible for admission pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 49.1(1)(c).
J.D. from ABA accredited law school.
Starting salary of $70,000/ year Open until filled https://nevadalegalservices.org/employment/
Public Defender-Family Defense Specialist
Office of the State Public Defender-State of Montana, Billings, Montana
Public Defenders – Family Defense Specialist serve as a defense attorney for indigent clients in dependency and neglect civil cases who are entitled by law to assistance of counsel pursuant to Montana Code Annotated Title 41 and Title 47. This public defender attorney position is expected to exercise professional judgment and render competent legal services representing parents and children in dependent/neglect matters. Public Defenders must have a passion, commitment, and willingness to work collaboratively with underprivileged populations. 95% of this job focuses on Client Representation
Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school,
Membership in the State Bar of Montana
$84,364.37 to $98,276.72 Closes April 17, 2025 “https://mtstatejobs.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=25140820&tz=GMT-06%3A00&tzname=America%2FDenver
Please submit a Cover Letter, Resume, and 3 References with your State Application
Assistant General Counsel
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, Peshawbestown Michigan
To Assist in the work of the GTB Legal Department. The Department represents a Tribal Council that has the combined executive and legislative authority under the Tribal Constitution, therefore, the legal work primarily ranges across administrative law, federal Indian law, the development of tribal law. Such work would include litigation in tribal, state, and federal courts, as well as research, code development and negotiations on behalf of the Tribe, as directed by Tribal Council.
J.D. from an accredited law school required.
Michigan State Bar license or ability to obtain within 1 year. At least eight (8) years of practicing law in Michigan and in Indian Country. Must have participated as the principal attorney, or assistant to the principal attorney, in litigation that resulted in a published opinion in federal, state or tribal court. Indian law litigation preferred.
$110,245 to $184, 109.15, DOE Open until filled https://gtbindians.applicantpool.com/jobs/1200727
Summer Law Clerk
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, Peshawbestown Michigan
The Law Clerk will assist in the duties with the staff in the GTB Legal Department under the direction of the General Counsel.
Completed 2L year by Summer 2025
Native American Law coursework completed by clerkship start date.
Intent to practice Tribal Law and Federal Indian Law.
Familiarity with Tribal Communities and Cultures
$22 hour Open until filled https://gtbindians.applicantpool.com/jobs/1196202
Associate Attorney
Kazhe Law Group, PC, Elk Grove, California
Responsibilities: • Support the managing attorney in matters involving tribal governments, gaming regulation, and development projects • Conduct legal research, draft legal memoranda, and prepare correspondence and client deliverables • Advise clients on regulatory and administrative law matters • Collaborate with the senior attorney on corporate, transactional, and nonprofit matters • Assist with healthcare compliance, real estate transactions, leasing, and tribal governance issues Practice Areas May Include: • Tribal governance, employment, housing, and intergovernmental affairs • Gaming regulation and tribal economic development • Tribal health law and healthcare regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA, Medicaid, Medicare) • Business, nonprofit, and real estate transactions • Environmental and cultural resource protection • Administrative law and limited litigation
Qualifications: • J.D. and active membership in the California Bar • At least 1 year of relevant legal experience • Strong research, writing, and communication skills • Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated • Experience with Native clients, tribal governments, or healthcare organizations is preferred
Salary Range: $110,000 – $135,000 (commensurate with experience) •Open until filled To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter (PDF format) to admin@kazhelaw.com, attention Christina Kazhe. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.
Associate Attorney
Skenandore Wilson LLP, Madison, WI and Washington, D.C.
Skenandore Wilson LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-5 years of experience in Tribal and federal Indian law to join our team in either our Madison, Wisconsin or Washington, D.C. office. We are a national, majority Native and woman-owned law firm that works closely with our clients to meet their unique needs and goals.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development, with exposure to critical legal matters and clients across Indian Country in an exciting, collaborative and dynamic work environment. Associate attorneys in this position will conduct legal research by preparing memoranda, Congressional testimony, pleadings, and other correspondence.
To apply, candidates must send a cover letter, resume, writing sample (unedited by others), law school transcript (if graduated less than five years ago), and three professional references to: Angelina Okuda-Jacobs, Managing Partner angelina.okudajacobs@skenandorewilson.com. Interviews will be conducted in person at the Federal Bar Association (FBA) Indian Law Conference, April 28-29, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM, or may be conducted remotely. Candidates must be licensed to practice law and have graduated from an ABA-accredited law school. They must be an active member in good standing of Wisconsin, Washington, D.C., or other state jurisdiction.
$90,000-$150,000/year, based on experience Open until filled. https://www.skenandorewilson.com/careers
Visiting Professor of Tribal Practice Clinic (Part-Time)
Seattle University School of Law, Seattle, WA
Seattle University School of Law is seeking to hire a 0.5 FTE Visiting Professor to teach in its new Tribal Practice Clinic, beginning July 1, 2025. The Clinic will enroll its first students in the Fall 2025 semester, which begins in late August, and then will run again in the Spring 2026 semester. The Visiting Professor’s appointment will begin on July 1, 2025, and run through the academic year, concluding on June 30, 2026. There may be an opportunity for renewal for another year.
The Visiting Professor will:
· Collaborate with representatives of Skagit Legal Aid and members of the law school faculty to design the clinic;
· Develop and teach a weekly seminar that prepares students to effectively represent clients in the areas in which the clinic will be working;
· Meet regularly with students to discuss their work on clinic cases; and
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited ABA Institution (or the equivalent from a foreign law school plus an LLM or SJD from an ABA-accredited law school);
3 years of experience as a licensed attorney;
Knowledge and experience relevant to practice in Tribal courts; and
Current license to practice in Washington.
$50,000 May 6, 2025 Priority Deadline https://seattleu.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=2&id=2740
CJA Panel Resource Counsel
FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER, DISTRICT OF NEW MEXICO
Main duties: providing training and assistance to CJA Panel attorneys, case assignments, assisting CJA Panel attorneys and the Court with the efficient processing of vouchers for reimbursement, participation on the CJA Panel selection committee, and other duties as assigned consistent with the mission of the position
Closing date for posting is 06/01/2025
Link to job announcement https://turtletalk.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-01-cja-panel-resource-counsel-job-announcement.pdf
$74,741 to $192,490 DOE
HOW TO APPLY: In one PDF document, please submit a statement of interest, detailed resume of experience, and three references to:
Margaret Katze, Federal Public Defender
Reference 2025-01 in the subject.
Environmental Litigation Listings with EarthJustice
Roles accepting applications:
Associate Attorney, Clean Energy Program – Washington DC; NYC; San Francisco; Chicago — apply by 4/13/35
Senior Litigation Assistant, Clean Energy Program – Washington DC; NYC; San Francisco; LA; Chicago; Philadelphia — apply by 4/20/25
Supreme Court Counsel, Strategic Legal Advocacy – Washington DC or Remote — applications preferred by 4/27/25
Associate Counsel, Strategic Legal Advocacy – Washington DC or Remote — applications preferred by 4/27/25
Senior Attorney, National Climate – Any Earthjustice Office or Remote — applications preferred by 4/27/25
Senior Attorney, Washington DC – Right to Zero Emissions – Washington DC
Senior Attorney, Rocky Mountain Office – Denver, CO or remote from AZ
Managing Attorney, Washington DC Office – Washington DC
Legislative Director, Climate & Energy – Washington DC – Apply by 4/11/25
Michigan Attorney General Open Positions
Staff Attorney 15/16 – Labor Division (Regulatory & Vocational Safety Sections) Apply here.
Staff Attorney 15/16 – Labor Division (Regulatory & Vocational Safety Sections) Apply here.
Law Clerk to Justice Richard Bernstein
Michigan Supreme Court
The Michigan Supreme Court is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Law Clerk to Justice Richard Bernstein. The person in this position reports to the Justice and his Senior Law Clerk and assists with evaluating cases filed with the Court and administrative matters within the Court’s jurisdiction. The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Review applications for leave to appeal and cases scheduled for conference
consideration. Prepare summaries and recommendations for
the Justice;
• Review memos prepared by the other Justices’ chambers and prepare
responsive memos;
• Confer with the Justice on pending matters before the Court;
• As directed by the Justice, draft memos to the Court advocating his position;
• Prepare bench memos in advance of oral arguments, including reviewing the case record,
conducting required legal research, summarizing important facts and arguments, and
providing a recommendation on disposition;
• Attend and review transcripts of oral arguments of assigned cases;
• Prepare draft opinions, concurrences, and dissents. Peer review opinions prepared by
other clerks. Advocate proposed changes per the Justice’s instructions with regard to
opinions issued by other chambers;
$78,738.48 – $102,729.60
TO APPLY: Please send your cover letter, resume, three references, and one writing sample in either Microsoft Word© or Adobe Acrobat© to jobapps@courts.mi.gov. Please include “ClerkshipJustice Bernstein” in the subject line. POSTING DEADLINE: Open Until Filled First review of applicants will begin April 15, 2025.
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