Author: Sarah M Donnelly
Hoopa and Yurok Tribes Prevail in ESA Litigation
Link: Federal Court Protects Klamath Salmon, Tribal and Fishing Communities (Earthjustice), previous post
Materials and briefs in the matter of Hoopa Valley Indian Tribe v. Bureau of Reclamation of the Department of the Interior of the United States of America et al, 16-cv-04294 (N.D. Cali.):
- 33 Federal Defendants’ Notice of Motion and Motion to Dismiss or, in the Alternative, to Stay
- 69-1 Plaintiff’s Memorandum in Support of Motion for Partial Summary Judgment, and Injunctive Relief
- 88 Federal Defendants’ Motion to Limit Review to the Administrative Record and Strike Extra Record Evidence
- 102 Order Re Motions for Summary Judgment, Motions to Strike, and Motion to Dismiss
Settlement Protects Religious Rights For Hawaiian Prisoners
Links: Civil Beat article by Rui Kaneya, previous posts
From the docket report: 02/06/2017 869 EP: Confirmation Hearing Re: Settlement held. Settlement approved. Order to be issued. (Court Reporter Debi Read.) (JUDGE LESLIE E. KOBAYASHI)(wnn, )
Dakota Access Must Defend Delay in Reporting Cultural Site, Route Adjustment
Downloads(PDF) in the matter of Public Service Commission v. Dakota Access, LLC:
- Complaint
- Dakota Access, LLC’s Motion to Dismiss Complaint
- Memorandum in Opposition to Respondent’s Motion to Dismiss Complaint
- Dakota Access, LLC’s Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Complaint
- Order on Motion to Dismiss Complaint
According to the complaint, on October 17, 2016, there was an unanticipated discovery of cultural materials. Dakota Access flagged the area and started construction on a route adjustment without filing the appropriate paperwork. The route adjustment wasn’t discovered until an inspection October 21, 2016.
Interior Solicitor’s Memo Opinions Issued Before Leaving Office
Association on American Indian Affairs Job Announcement
The Association on American Indian Affairs, a national American Indian advocacy nonprofit, is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Executive Director. We seek candidates with strong backgrounds in non-profit management and fund-raising, as well as experience working in Indian Country.
As the chief operating officer, the candidate must possess significant fundraising, administrative and programmatic experience, have excellent writing and public speaking skills and knowledge about American Indian affairs. Salary depends on experience and qualifications. Applications are due February 17, 2017. To apply, please submit a cover letter of interest and resume, including three references, in confidence to Chair, Board Search Committee at aaiajobsearch@gmail.com or to 966 Hungerford Drive, Suite 30-A, Rockville, MD 20850. Further information about AAIA can be found at www.indian-affairs.org and a full job description is available at http://indian-affairs.org/about/docs/AAIAExecDirectorJobDescription.pdf
Water Protector Legal Collective is Hiring
Water Protector Legal Collective is hiring for three full time staff positions based in our North Dakota office: Executive Director, Defense Counsel Coordinator and Media Relations Coordinator.
These positions are available immediately and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.
Full job descriptions and information about how to apply on our website, here: https://waterprotectorlegal.org/wplc-is-hiring/
Nooksack State Superior Court Litigation Update
Whatcom County has dismissed Rabang’s trespass suit for lack of jurisdiction. Plaintiff filed new suit based on intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress.
Downloads(PDF):
Navajo Nation Hosts First Public Safety Summit in 15 Years
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.
Wisconsin Judicare Inc.
Staff Attorney, Wasau, WI. Wisconsin Judicare’s Indian Law Office has an opening beginning February 1st for an attorney to represent Native American individuals and groups on a variety of issues including criminal defense representation in tribal courts and Indian law litigation in tribal and state courts.
Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians
Tribal Attorney-Assistant Prosecutor. Responsible for prosecuting criminal, juvenile, landlord-tenant, and Indian child welfare cases in state court. The Tribal Attorney – Assistant Prosecutor is also responsible for assisting and providing back-up coverage for the Tribal Attorney – ACFS on Indian Child Welfare matters in the state courts.
Havasupai Tribe
In-house General Counsel. The Havasupai Tribe, located in the Grand Canyon region of Arizona, is seeking a full-time in-house general counsel set up a tribal office in either Phoenix or Flagstaff. The job requires frequent trips to Supai, Arizona. All applicants must have at least 3 years experience working for tribal governments in areas other than gaming. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a relevant writing sample and resume to: office@mvicklaw.com
Choctaw Nation
Executive Director of Legal & Compliance. Will report to the Senior Executive Officer of the Legal and Compliance Division. Responsible for the management of the CNO In-House Legal Department in its entirety. This position will coordinate with the Senior Executive Officer and outside counsel on all legal matters, will manage internal case management, and the delegation of assignments to In-House Associate Counsel and personnel.
Eastern Shoshone Tribe
Attorney General. Responsible for providing legal advice and counsel to the Eastern Shoshone Tribal government, its departments and enterprises; and represents the Eastern Shoshone Tribe in all matters at issue before federal, state and tribal courts. The Attorney General serves as the Director for the Office of Attorney General.
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