ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (Litigation)(PDF)
Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP is a nationwide law firm dedicated to the representation of American Indian tribes and organizations. We represent tribes and tribal entities in a wide spectrum of services including business transactions, litigation and governmental affairs, in many forums, including federal, state, and tribal courts.
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Interested applicants should apply through the Smithsonian‘s online application system, https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/SOLAAHome.html, and include a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample (transcripts need not be official, unofficial transcripts may be submitted electronically). The Smithsonian will accept applications for: the fall internship between January 15 and May 15; the spring internship between May 15 and October 1; and the summer internship between September 1 and January 15. Positions will be open until filled, that is, the Smithsonian may review applications as received and encourages interested students should submit applications early within the relevant application window.
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY NATIVE AMERICAN INSTITUTE
Position Announcement—National Search
POSITION: Associate Professor/Professor and Director
START DATE: On or about January 1, 2015 or as soon as a suitable candidate is selected
APPOINTMENT: Full-time (12 month): Tenure Position—Director duties for 5 years with the possibility of renewal. Additional duties of the faculty member selected will be devoted to work in what will become the director’s tenure academic department or school.
QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in urban and regional development or related field. Academic record must be commensurate with tenure appointment. Candidate must be an effective and dynamic leader who will foster excellence in engagement and research connecting the resources of Michigan State University with tribal communities in Michigan. Successful candidate will have community leadership experience and outstanding administrative, management, and interpersonal skills.
Candidate must also possess:
BACKGROUND: The Native American Institute (NAI) works with tribes, Native American organizations, and various Michigan State University units to enhance the sovereignty, cultural continuity, and well-being of tribes, Native American communities, and Native American people.
Located in MSU’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, NAI undertakes outreach and engagement scholarship. NAI works across units in the College and the University. Of special note is NAI’s close working relationship with MSU Extension (MSUE). NAI and MSUE jointly administer two tribally-focused MSU Extension programs.
NAI is undergoing a reorganization of purpose, approach, and strategy to best assist Michigan’s Native American population. The Director will provide leadership for this effort in concert with Native American communities and university stakeholders, thereby carrying NAI into its next phase of vibrant community engagement.
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The District Court Judge presides over the District Court of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Indians and exercises judicial authority over cases in law and equity for the specific purposes of promoting the general welfare, preserving and maintaining justice, and protecting the rights of all persons under the jurisdiction of the Non-removable Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. This is a six-year term.
Summer Associate – 2015
Berkey Williams LLP serves Indian tribes and tribal organizations throughout the United States, with offices in Berkeley, California and Washington D.C. Our law firm works exclusively with Tribes and Tribal organizations to promote and protect their political, cultural, social and economic self-determination. The Berkeley office is seeking a 2nd year law student for a summer associate position in 2015. The position requires excellent research and writing skills. We especially encourage First Nations/Native American students to apply, as well as students with a demonstrated commitment to serving Indian communities. Please forward a resume and one writing sample to Gloria Coronado, gcoronado@berkeywilliams.com. The deadline to apply is December 31, 2014. No phone calls, please.
The Forest County Potawatomi Community’s Attorney General Office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking an experienced environmental attorney with eight or more years of relevant experience. Candidates should possess a broad range of experience in tribal, federal and state environmental laws, as well as experience in energy-related projects.
Qualified candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure in Wisconsin.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and résumé to Deputy Attorney General Jo Swamp via U.S. Mail (Forest County Potawatomi Community, 313 North 13th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53233) or E-Mail (jo.swamp@fcpotawatomi-nsn.gov).
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