Download briefs and order in the matter of Cayuga Indian Nation of New York v. Seneca County, New York, 11-cv-06004 (May 2, 2017):
Author: Sarah M Donnelly
Indian Law Week and Summer Indian Law Courses at University of Montana School of Law
Download: 2017 Indian Law Week Poster
Link: Summer American Indian & Indigenous Law, previous post
Law students, grad students, attorneys, tribal leaders:
JOIN US for the Summer American Indian and Indigenous Law Program here at the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana in beautiful Missoula. We are once again offering a unique slate of courses (for which we have also requested CLE credit) taught by some of the preeminent scholars and practitioners in our field. Topics include:
- June 5-9: Indian Law Research, Stacey Gordon
- June 12-16: Mastering American Indian Law, Maylinn Smith
- June 19-23: Tribal Business Law, Matthew Fletcher
- June 26-30: Environmental Justice in Indian Country, Wenona Singel
- July 10-14: Criminal Jurisdiction in Indian Country, Kevin Washburn
- July 17-21: Good Native Governance, Angela Riley
- July 24-28: Sacred Sites and Religious Freedom, Hillary Hoffmann
- July 31- August 4: Indian Child Welfare Act & Indian Civil Rights, Stephen Pevar
- August 7-11: Taxation and Finance in Indian Country, Rob Roy Smith
The program is a great opportunity for students, attorneys, and tribal leaders to gain or feed a passion for Indian law by engaging with other outstanding students and professors in a beautiful and scenic location. Please have them check out the brochure or our website: www.umt.edu/indianlaw. Also, please feel free to post the brochure at your institution and pass the website and brochure along to others who may be interested in this opportunity to spend a few weeks this summer learning with us here in Missoula.
Judge Dodge Protected by Judicial Immunity in Federal Nooksack Case, For Now
Download(PDF): Doc. 63 – Order Granting Defendant Dodge’s Motion to Dismiss
Link: Posted Documents and Materials, previous Nooksack posts
UPDATE (1217 EDT):
Briefs filed before order to dismiss:
- Doc. 30 – Defendant Dodge’s Motion to Dismiss and Memorandum in Support Thereof
- Doc. 46 – Plaintiffs’ Response to Dodge’s Motion to Dismiss
- Doc. 52 – Defendant Dodge’s Reply in Support of Motion to Dismiss
- Doc. 58 – Defendant Dodge’s Supplemental Briefing
- Doc. 59 – Plaintiff’s Supplemental Briefing re Judicial Immunity
Brief filed today:
Ex-Tribal Treasurer Sentenced to 18 Months in Kickapoo Tribal Court
Download(PDF): Sentencing Order
W.D. Michigan Dismisses Tribal Tort Claim Against Sault Ste. Marie Tribe
Here are the briefs and order in the matter of Lesperance v. Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, 16-cv-00232 (W.D. Mich. April 27, 2017):
- Doc. 1 – Petition to Vacate Tribal Appellate Court Decision
- Doc. 6 – Defendant Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ Brief in Support of its Motion to Dismiss or Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings
- Doc. 16 – Plaintiff’s Brief in Support of Her Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings, Reply to Defendant’s Motion to Dismiss and Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings, and Request for Oral Argument
- Doc. 21 – Defendant’s Response Brief in Opposition to Plaintiff’s Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings and Reply Brief in Support of Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ Motion to Dismiss or Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings
- Doc. 22 – Plaintiff’s Reply Brief in Support of Her Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings
- Doc. 27 – Plaintiff’s Supplemental Memorandum of Law Post Oral Argument
- Doc. 30 – Opinion
Update — tribal court opinions:
Friday Job Announcements
Job vacancies are posted on Friday. Some announcements might still appear throughout the week. If you would like your Indian law job posted on Turtle Talk, please email indigenous@law.msu.edu.
Havasupai Tribe
Appellate Judge. Would preside over appeal cases for the Havasupai Court of Appeals. Interested applicants should provide a letter of interest and a current resume to Joan Davis at rjdavis@rothsteinlaw.com.
Swinomish Indian Tribal Community
Staff Attorney. Provide legal advice, document drafting and collaboration with a wide range of Tribal policy committees, departments and entities, with work that may include contract preparation, drafting ordinances and policies, treaty hunting and fishing rights and management, environmental protection and habitat restoration, Indian gaming, housing and utilities, health care and/or social welfare programs, employment benefits or taxation.
Qualified applicants must be licensed, or have the ability to become licensed, to practice in Washington. We are seeking an energetic attorney with excellent written, oral, research and analytical skills, strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills, and an ability to work hard and thrive in an interdisciplinary and cross-cultural environment; bring flexibility to a fast-paced and dynamic work setting; enjoy and excel at creative problem solving; have demonstrated a commitment to working with Native or other minority communities and/or restorative justice; and a commitment to reside on or near the Swinomish Reservation.
Qualified applicants must have experience or demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following: drafting and negotiating contracts; drafting statutes, policies and procedures; litigation, preferably in Federal Court; representing public or private entities; gaming regulation or operations; and Indian law, including protection of treaty rights, as well as expertise in several of the substantive fields of law listed above. Compensation DOE.
For application and complete job description please provide your contact information to Wendy Otto, 11404 Moorage Way, LaConner, WA 98257; (fax) 3601466-5309; email wotto@swinomish.nsn.us Applications will be accepted until suitable candidate is found. Applicants must pass a background check and a drug test.
Karuk Tribe
Assistant General Counsel, Yreka, CA. will work to provide legal services, representation, and advice on legal, legislative, and governance issues confronting the tribal government, its entities, and enterprises. Applications available at all Tribal Offices or on the Internet at http://www.karuk.us.
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Assistant Prosecutor. Previously posted here. Now open until filled.
Southcentral Foundation
General Counsel, Business and Intergovernmental Affairs, Anchorage, AK. provides legal advice and assistance on a variety of matters including: tribal self-governance and ISDEAA; tribal relations; business affairs; business transactions; and intergovernmental relations. This position will also assist the General Counsel, Health Care and Corporate Governance, as necessary or required. Salary DOE with excellent benefits including an employer matched 401K plan, generous paid leave 3.6 – 6.5 weeks per year, 12 paid holidays, employee medical, dental, vision, hearing and more.
Applicants must be an actively licensed member of the Alaska Bar in good standing with at least 5 years of related experience. Imagine working for an entire people, instead of a business. Southcentral Foundation can give you that job satisfaction. Come join our innovative, award winning healthcare organization expanding the frontier of healthcare.
Associate Attorney Opportunity with Frederick Peebles in Sacramento
Fredericks Peebles & Morgan’s Sacramento Office is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience in advising businesses or governmental entities on regulatory and litigation matters before federal, state, tribal or local agencies. Candidates must possess strong academic credentials as well as excellent organization, research, writing, and analytical skills. In addition, membership to the California State Bar is required.
To be considered, please provide a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your law school transcript to:
Ann Hacker, Director of Human Resources
ahacker@ndnlaw.com
3610 North 163rd Plaza
Omaha, NE 68116
Accepting applications until May 15, 2017.
Friday Job Announcements
Job vacancies are posted on Friday. Some announcements might still appear throughout the week. If you would like your Indian law job posted on Turtle Talk, please email indigenous@law.msu.edu.
Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potowatomi
Legal Intern, Fulton, MI. Work up to 10 hours per week during the school year. Open to first and second year law students.
Water Protector Legal Collective
Summer Intern, Mandan, N.D. The Water Protector Legal Collective (WPLC) is seeking (1L/2L) law students for a summer internship to work on the ground supporting water protectors, movement justice, and the Pro Hac attorney program.
Pueblo of Isleta
Tribal Prosecutor, Isleta, N.M. The position presents criminal complaints and prosecutes individuals accused of violating civil and/or criminal laws. Serves as presenting officer in Person-at-risk cases. Application.
National Congress of American Indians
Project Attorney, Washington, D.C. Responsible for day to day management of NCAI’s VAWA implementation technical assistance project.
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
Assistant General Counsel, Fountain Hills, AZ. Closes May 1, 2017.
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
Senior Associate General Counsel, Mt. Pleasant, MI.
Associate General Counsel, Mt. Pleasant, MI.
Request for Consulting Services from Hopi Department of Education
Download(PDF): Request for Proposals
Friday Job Announcements
Job vacancies are posted on Friday. Some announcements might still appear throughout the week. If you would like your Indian law job posted on Turtle Talk, please email indigenous@law.msu.edu.
DNA-People’s Legal Services
Interim Executive Director, Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico. Has overall responsibility for the leadership and operation of DNA, including general administration of the program; working with Senior Management in Litigation, Administration, Finance, Development, IT, and Facility Maintenance; personnel management; implementing programmatic policies; providing necessary litigation support; and working with the Board of Directors.
National Council of Urban Indian Health
Summer Policy Fellow, Washington D.C. This fellowship is unpaid but available for college credit. Please send resume and cover letter to Francys Crevier, FCrevier@ncuih.org. Closes April, 30, 2017.
Sitka Tribe of Alaska
Tribal Attorney. Responsible for working with departments on legal issues dealing with tribal government offices and services.
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