Education

Oklahoma Bar Indian Law CLE 2016

Sarah M Donnelly

The Legal Power of Indian Tribes 

Please join the Indian Law Section of the Oklahoma Bar Association for a full day CLE event.
Where: the new campus of the OCU School of Law in downtown Oklahoma City, 800 N. Harvey
When: Friday September 30, 2016 from 8:30 AM until 3:00 PM
CLE Credits: 6.0 total credits, 1.0 ethics (application pending)
Cost: $30.00, FREE for the Indian Law Section and Government and Administrative Law Practice Section
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oba-indian-law-cle-2016-tickets-27193230685?aff=
For questions, please contact Valery Giebel, vgiebel@praywalker.com or 918-581-5529

Topics

Full Faith and Credit of Tribal Judgments in State and/or Federal Court
Dianne Barker-Harrold, Indian Country Consultant, Attorney for Tribal Counsel of Cherokee Nation and Chief Judge of the Pawnee Nation
Probates of Restrictive Indian Land
Stephanie Hudson, Senior Attorney at Oklahoma Indian Legal Services
Inter-Tribal Disputes (Ethics)
John Parris, Private Practice Attorney in Indian Country
Supreme Court Round-Up
Casey Ross, Director of American Indian Law and Sovereignty Center and General Counsel of Oklahoma City University School of Law
Land Development in Indian Country
Brenda Golden, Attorney and Professor of Indian lands at College of Muscogee Nation
Oklahoma, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Oklahoma City Water Settlement
Stephen H. Greetham, Chief General Counsel to Chickasaw Nation

Additional Sponsors: Cherokee Nation Supreme Court
Judge Thomas S. Walker, Appellate Magistrate for CFR Court (retired)
OBA Administrative and Government Law Practice Section
Crowe and Dunlevy

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe’s Suit over BIE Reorganization May Proceed

Matthew L.M. Fletcher1 Comment

Here are the materials in Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe v. Jewell (D.S.D.):

15-us-motion-to-dismiss

21-response

30-us-reply

31-dct-order-denying-motion-to-dismiss-counts-i-iii

We posted the complaint herehere.

Pipeline to Law Initiative: 2-Day Admissions Workshop at USD in September

Sarah M Donnelly

Application Deadline September 1st!

Pipeline to Law Workshop at University of South Dakota School of Law September 16-17, 2016.

Free program! Lodging and meals provided and a limited number of LSAT Prep courses will be available for participating students. Feel free to share with students you think is interested! This program received great reviews from previous students.

https://www.law.asu.edu/conferences/native-american-law-school-admissions-workshops

 

Reminder: Apply to Clerk at NARF by September 2, 2016

Matthew Campbell

Founded in 1970, the Native American Rights Fund (“NARF”) is the oldest and largest nonprofit law firm dedicated to asserting and defending the rights of Indian tribes, organizations, and individuals nationwide. NARF’s practice is concentrated in five key areas: the preservation of tribal existence; the protection of tribal natural resources; the promotion of Native American human rights; the accountability of governments to Native Americans; and the development of Indian law and educating the public about Indian rights, laws, and issues.

NARF is currently seeking candidates for its Summer 2017 Clerkships! Each year, NARF conducts a nation-wide search for law students to participate in its Law Clerk Program. Positions are available in all three of NARF’s offices: Anchorage, AK; Boulder, CO; and Washington, D.C.

Here is the advertisement. The deadline to apply is September 2, 2016.

Save the Dates: Tribal Judicial Institute Conference and Training

Sarah M Donnelly

Download the flyer (PDF) here.

Link to events page here.

Emerging Issues Conference is September 21-22, 2016, and the Advanced Court Clerk/Administrator Training is September 20-22, 2016. Both happen at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, AZ.

Registration Extended for 2-Day Admissions Workshop at MSU Law

Sarah M Donnelly

Link to original post here.

New Application Deadline: July 20, 2016
Questions? Contact Kate Rosier, Executive Director, Indian Legal Program

Apply Today!
Native American Law School Admissions Workshops
August 5-6 at Michigan State University College of Law (2-day)

Pipeline to Law Initiative: 2-Day Admissions Workshop at MSU Law in August

Sarah M Donnelly1 Comment

Apply Today!
Native American Law School Admissions Workshops
August 5-6 at Michigan State University College of Law (2-day)

The Native American Pipeline to Law Pre-Law programs educate and help students successfully navigate the law school application process. The workshops will assist participants in preparing competitive applications. Learn how to successfully apply to law school and network with law school professionals.

Who should attend?

  • College Sophomores
  • Juniors/Seniors
  • Master’s Degree Students
  • College Graduates Preparing for Law School

Why attend?

  • Learn about law school and career options
  • Obtain information about the varied admissions criteria for law school
  • Work with mentors to develop an effective application, resume, and personal statement
  • Explore law school funding options
  • Receive test prep tips for the LSAT
  • Network with other participants, faculty, and professionals
  • Hear from former and current American Indian law students

Application Deadline: June 30, 2016
Questions? Contact Kate Rosier, Executive Director, Indian Legal Program

First Lady Michelle Obama at Santa Fe Indian School Commencement

Sarah M Donnelly

Link to video of her remarks here.

Link to news coverage from the Santa Fe New Mexican here.

Nebraska State Bar Indian Law Section CLE

Sarah M Donnelly

Nebraska Bar ILS CLE

The Nebraska State Bar Indian Law Section will be hosting an Indian Law CLE that will focus on Indian Law 101 information for jurisdiction, ICWA, and tribal court practice.

The CLE will be webcast, so other attorneys from other states can register and gain CLE credit.