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Tohono O’odham Court of Appeals Finds Constitutional Waiver of Immunity in Banishment Suit

February 2, 2017Sarah M Donnelly

Downloads(PDF):

Press Release: Tohono O’odham Court of Appeals Establishes New Precedent to Protect Civil Rights in Banishment Cases
Decision on Appeal in the matter of Escalante v. Sells District Council (1/27/17)

Casino Patron Brings Federal Suit over Interpretation of Tribal Tort Claims Act

January 27, 2017March 13, 2017Matthew L.M. Fletcher

Here is the complaint in Wilson v. Umpqua Indian Development Corporation (D. Or.):

1 Complaint

1-7 Tribal Court Decision

Update:

15 Motion to Dismiss

Alaska Civil Diversion Agreement with Anvik Tribe in Alaska

January 25, 2017Matthew L.M. Fletcher

The agreement allows for law enforcement officers in Alaska to refer certain misdemeanor crimes and offenses to participating tribal courts for restorative justice sentencing. It’s the first of its kind agreement in Alaska and the Anvik tribe located in Anvik, AK became the first tribe to enter into this agreement with the State. Please let me know if you would like additional information. Thanks!

The following link is to an article in the local Fairbanks, AK newspaper regarding the Civil Diversion Agreement.

http://www.newsminer.com/news/local_news/anvik-tribal-government-able-to-rule-on-low-level-village/article_072cdd02-dafc-11e6-820d-035b3c84695c.html

The following link is to the Civil Diversion Agreement itself on the State of Alaska’s website.

http://law.alaska.gov/pdf/press/170110-CivilDiversionAgreement.pdf

Part-time Associate Judge Position with Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians

January 20, 2017January 27, 2017Sarah M Donnelly

UPDATE (1/27/17): All Submissions will be opened publicly on February 27, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. Final award of the Submission is expected to be made on March 1, 2017.

Download(PDF): Request for Qualifications

All Submissions must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Tribal Court Comprehensive Planning Demonstration Program – Facilitator Proposal” on the outside of the envelope. Submissions must be RECEIVED by January 24, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time, to:

Diane C. Whitson, Tribal Court Administrator
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians
1245 Fulton Avenue
Coos Bay, OR 97420

Faxed Submissions will not be accepted. Any Submissions received after the date and time of opening will be rejected and returned unopened to the Submitter.

Massive NYTs Magazine Article on Nooksack Disenrollments

January 18, 2017Matthew L.M. Fletcher

Here is “Who Decides Who Counts as Native American? Four years ago, the Nooksack in Washington State announced that they were expelling hundreds of members, setting off a bitter debate over tribal identity.”

Tulalip Tribal Court Holds State Immune to Suit in Tribal Court

January 17, 2017Matthew L.M. Fletcher

Here is the opinion in Shopbell v. State of Washington Dept. of Fish and Wildlife:

shopbell-opinion

We posted materials on this case here.

Staff Attorney-Law Clerk Vacancy with Ho-Chunk Nation

January 13, 2017Sarah M Donnelly

Ho-Chunk Nation
Staff Attorney-Law Clerk
Judiciary Branch
Black River Falls, WI 54615

Summary: Assist Tribal Court Judges and Supreme Court Justices with legal research and the drafting of opinions in a timely manner while facilitating public access to the Court through the provision of procedural legal information.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited law school and in good standing of a State Bar. Strong research and writing skills. Strong word processing and computer research skills. Demonstrated interest in and familiarity with Tribal and Federal Indian Law. Fluency in Ho-Chunk Language desired but not required. Preference to members of the Ho-Chunk Nation, then other Native Americans. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check. No felony convictions, no current open criminal cases or civil matters that would reflect negatively on the Judiciary Branch. Valid driver’s license, dependable transportation and proper insurance, is required. This is an appointed position.

Working Conditions: Office setting, courtroom. Occasional travel may be required.

We offer 401(K), Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life benefits.

COVER LETTER, RESUME & TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED

Please submit to:
Clerk of Court, Mary Thunder at Mary.Thunder@ho-chunk.com

Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled

Salary Range: $50,000 – $59,999

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Schuyler Tilson, the Senior Staff Attorney, at 715-284-2722 or by e-mail at Schuyler.Tilson@ho-chunk.com