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Wisconsin Judicare Indian Law Office Job Posting

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

INDIAN LAW STAFF ATTORNEY

DESCRIPTION — Wisconsin Judicare’s Indian Law Office is hiring an additional attorney to represent Native American individuals on a variety of issues including civil and criminal defense representation in the Ho-Chunk Nation Tribal Court.  Wisconsin Judicare is a non-profit legal services law firm serving northern Wisconsin where there are 11 Indian reservations.  This attorney will be responsible for representing members of the Ho-Chunk in both tribal and state court.  The Judicare office is in Wausau, however this position could be based in another location depending on the candidate. Position start date is early June.

 

DUTIES — (1) Represent individual tribal members charged with crimes in the Ho-Chunk Nation Tribal Court; (2) Represent individuals in civil cases (family law, elder law, and estate planning) in tribal and state court.  (3) Conduct community education and outreach.

 

QUALIFICATIONS — (1) Must be admitted to practice law in Wisconsin; (2) admitted, or the ability to gain admission within 60 days of hire to the Ho-Chunk Nation Bar.  (3) Good communications and advocacy skills; and (4) Knowledge of Native American issues, and familiarity with the Ho-Chunk Nation preferred.

 

 

SALARY — DOE.  There are excellent fringe benefits.

 

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE — Please submit resume, writing sample and 3 references to David Armstrong, Director, Indian Law Office, Wisconsin Judicare, P.O. Box 6100, Wausau, WI 54402 or at darmstrong@judicare.org.  For inquiries call David at 1-800-472-1638 ext. 309.

 

 

NATIVE AMERICANS, MINORITIES, WOMEN, OLDER PERSONS AND

INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

 

Navajo Nation DOJ — Litigation and Employment Unit Job Posting

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

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LEU NNDOJ attorney position

The Navajo Nation Department of Justice is seeking an energetic and motivated attorney to work in the newly formed Litigation and Employment Unit. The qualified applicant will focus on litigation for the Navajo Nation government before federal, Navajo Nation, and state courts and administrative tribunals in a variety of subject areas, including natural resources, public safety, and jurisdictional issues, with some work with Navajo Nation government programs advising and representing programs on labor and employment matters.

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Attorney Job Posting

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

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A Tribal Attorney position was posted this morning at KBIC.  Please feel free to forward this opportunity.

 

http://www.kbic-nsn.gov/content/personnel

http://www.kbic-nsn.gov/sites/default/files/open/Attorney%203-2015.pdf

New Mexico Appleseed Job Posting

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

New Mexico Appleseed

STAFF ATTORNEY

Santa Fe, New Mexico (possibly Albuquerque)

Practice Areas:  Hunger, homelessness, community development, poverty law, Native American

Job Description

The Staff Attorney is responsible for high-quality research, analysis, and writing for the organization on a wide variety of poverty-related issues such hunger, homelessness, and foster care.  Primary responsibilities include legal research and writing, policy analysis and advocacy, legislative drafting, negotiation, community education, and collaboration with non-profit, community-based, and governmental organizations.  This position does not involve litigation or individual client representation.  Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

Qualifications

  • Proven track record of superb, detail-oriented legal and policy research and writing. Candidate must be able to identify issues; research relevant statutes, regulations, and guidance at all levels of government; summarize them accurately, succinctly, and coherently; and edit his or her own work.
  • Deep, proven commitment to public service.
  • Proven ability to work with a wide array of professionals and community members from varying backgrounds
  • Willingness to work “law firm” hours on a fairly regular basis.
  • Ability to create and use Excel spreadsheets and do basic math.
  • Bar admission in any state preferred; willingness to take the New Mexico Bar required.
  • One to five years of experience as an attorney required.
  • Two to five years of experience doing advanced research and writing preferred.
  • Clerkship a major plus
  • Journal experience a plus.
  • Connection and/or commitment to New Mexico a plus.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain expertise in the laws, regulations, and guidance for housing and child welfare programs, USDA meal programs, and other areas related to poverty or public benefits as needed.
  • Research and write legislative reports, memos for internal and external distribution, fact sheets, talking points, and presentations.
  • Give formal and informal presentations to a variety of audiences, including legislators, state and federal agencies, and community members.
  • Advocate in a collaborative and positive manner for policy change with state agencies, school districts, and community stakeholders.
  • Work with community stakeholders to implement policies at state and local levels.
  • Draft legislation, regulations, and MOUs.
  • Occasional travel around New Mexico and the Navajo Nation is required. Longer-distance travel may be required infrequently.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

 

Personal Qualities:

  • Intellectually curious, with a passion for research and writing
  • Highly detail-oriented
  • Very organized and able to prioritize projects
  • Extremely hard and dedicated worker
  • Flexible and easygoing
  • Willing to do both the exciting policy work and the less exciting grunt work involved with a small nonprofit
  • Self-starter
  • Ability to take and offer constructive criticism
  • Sense of humor
  • Can communicate with anyone from all walks of life

Salary:  Depending Upon Experience. Great office atmosphere and generous vacation.

Application Instructions:

To apply, send a cover letter, law school transcript, writing sample and resume to Jennifer Ramo at jramo@nmappleseed.org.

 

Candidates Sought for Southern Ute Indian Tribe In-House Lawyer Training Program

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Maynes, Bradford, Shipps and Sheftel, LLP, a thirteen-lawyer, Preeminent A-V and BEST Tier 1 rated law firm headquartered in Durango, Colorado, is seeking an associate attorney  for a position in the firm’s “Southern Ute Indian Tribe In-House Lawyer Training Program.” For more than 40 years, the Maynes firm has served as general counsel for the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, a tribe that is recognized for its national role in Indian country. The program is designed to train lawyers for eventual placement in the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Legal Department, and a substantial portion of the training will be conducted in coordination with the Tribe’s Legal Department. The program includes exposure to, and training in, all aspects of Indian law, as well as supervised client contact. After the mentoring-training period, estimated to be two to three years, a successful trainee will be recommended to the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council as an in-house attorney with the Tribe’s Legal Department. The position requires an Indian law background and membership in the Colorado Bar or ability to become licensed within eight months. Native American preference will be given for this unique employment opportunity. Salary and benefits are competitive relative to the Four Corners region. The deadline for applications is April 15, 2015; however, applications will be considered and interviews conducted on a rolling basis. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and writing sample to the following address, fax number, or e-mail address:

 

Maynes, Bradford, Shipps & Sheftel, LLP

Southern Ute Indian Tribe In-House Lawyer Training Program

P.O. Box 2717

Durango, CO  81302-2717

Fax:  (970)247-8827

trainingprogram@mbssllp.com

Mille Lacs Tribe Seeks Housing Attorney

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

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Deputy Solicitor General Housing

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SUMMARY:

The Deputy Solicitor General – Housing assists the Solicitor General in litigating civil lawsuits, drafting of legal documents, providing advice for Tribal government Officials.  Practice other phases of law by performing the duties specified.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduate from an ABA accredited Law School.
  • Eligible to be licensed by the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Bar.
  • Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota and eligible for license in Federal Court.
  • Experience in civil litigation with an emphasis on housing and real estate issues.
  • Thorough knowledge of property and real estate issues.
  • Minimum of two years responsible legal experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of Federal Indian Law.
  • Ability to work well with American Indians and non-Indian people.
  • Demonstrate ability to work well without close supervision and to assume immediate responsibility for a heavy caseload.
  • Unblemished background record.
  • Compliance with the Mille Lacs Band’s Drug & Alcohol Policy
  • Mille Lacs Band Member/American Indian Preference
  • A high degree of familiarity with Indian legal system and court system is vitally important in this position.
  • Must have a valid MN driver’s licenses and be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Driver’s insurance policy.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Primary responsibility for Community Development and Housing Matters.
  • Reviews evidence in civil, criminal and other cases to formulate defense or to initiate legal action.
  • Conducts research, interviews clients, and witnesses and handles other details in preparation for trial.
  • Prepares legal briefs, develops strategy, arguments and testimony in preparation of cases.
  • Represents client in court, and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of Tribal, Federal or state governments.
  • Provides advice to Tribal Officials on policy issues.
  • Advises and drafts documents for Administration Policy Board, Chief Executive and Band Assembly as necessary.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Yurok Tribal Attorney Job Postings

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

The Yurok Tribe is seeking applicants for either the Attorney I or Attorney II position. Full job descriptions are below, or can be viewed at http://www.yuroktribe.org/departments/personnel/announcements.htm.

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Summer Internship at the Navajo Nation Department of Justice

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

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The Navajo Nation Department of Justice Litigation and Employment Unit is looking to hire summer interns for Summer 2015. The Navajo Nation Department of Justice provides legal services to the different governmental entities of the Navajo Nation Government. The Litigation and Employment Unit represents the Nation’s interests in employment and labor cases as well as in other matters in which the interests of the Navajo Nation government are implicated. The Litigation and Employment Unit works to represent the Nation’s interest in tribal, state, and federal court and administrative tribunals. Interns would be primarily responsible for providing legal research on variety of Indian law issues, drafting memos, and working on legal pleading. If the opportunity arises interns will also be able to attend hearings in front of various tribunals. 

Requirements: A background and demonstrated interest in Indian law is required. Knowledge of Navajo tribal law is desired. Funding may be available for qualified applicants. 

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample of no more than five pages to kbelzowski@nndoj.org. 

The Navajo Nation gives preference to eligible and qualified applicants in accordance with the Navajo Preference in Employment Act.

Reposting for Nottawaseppi Huron Band Potawatomi Associate Judge

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

POSTING FOR THE

ASSOCIATE JUDGE OF THE NOTTAWASEPPI HURON BAND OF THE POTAWATOMI TRIBAL COURT

 

SUMMARY:

The Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi seeks an Associate Judge of the Tribal Court to be appointed for an initial term of two (2) years.  This is a part-time position (estimated 25 hours per month) and will be compensated on an hourly basis.

 

The NHBP Constitution requires that the Chief Judge, Supreme Court Justices and Associate Judges must: have attained the age of thirty (30); be a licensed attorney in good standing; cannot be a Member of Tribal Council or running for a Tribal Council position or a Tribal employee; and never been convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty or no contest to, a violent crime, felony, or a crime of fraud.  Candidates must have experience in the practice of Indian law, whether in tribal, state or federal court(s).  Judicial experience and 5 or more years experience as a licensed attorney and/or judge is preferred.

 

Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume/curriculum vitae and complete the Affirmation(s) that the applicant meets the requirements for appointment under NHBP Constitution.  Documents must be submitted to the Legal Department no later than 5:00 P.M. on March 18, 2015.  Applications may be submitted via mail or e-mail to: William Brooks, NHBP Chief Legal Counsel at: 1485 Mno-Bmadzewen Way, Fulton, MI 49052 or bbrooks@nhbpi.com.  Applicants will also be required to submit to a background investigation and drug screen before confirmation of appointment.

 

For more information, including copy of the Affirmation form(s) to be completed as part of the application process, please visit the NHBP Legal Department website at: http://nhbpi.com/support/legal/