National NALSA

NNALSA Public Service in Indian Country Panel

Matthew L.M. Fletcher
Christina Lucero, Danna Jackson, Kyle Nayback, Doreen McPaul, Josette Monette, and Brock Flynn

NNABA Clerkship Panel @ UMontana Law School

Matthew L.M. Fletcher
Tim Devine, Judge Brian Morris, April Youpee-Roll, Judge Sunshine Sykes, Judge Anthony Johnstone, and Eldred Lesansee

Live on Instagram!

Sneak Preview of ANOTHER Benally-Singel-Fletcher Talk Later Today, This One Called “Are We Still NDN?”

Matthew L.M. Fletcher

Yes, it’s gonna be at least partially about equal protection matters post-Brackeen, so perhaps it should be called “Shitting On Our Parade.” [comic book here]

ABA: Being a Native Lawyer

Monica Williamson

“The Obstacles of Being a Native Law Student: How Attorneys Can Help Overcome These Obstacles” by Julia A. Giffin. Article here.

“While a board member of National NALSA during the 2018–2019 and 2019–2020 terms, I received input from Native students across the country about the many obstacles impeding their paths while at law school. The more I spoke with Native classmates, friends, and fellow National NALSA members, the more it became clear that these obstacles were not unique to one or two institutions… There are several ways that current attorneys can aid law students in overcoming the obstacles faced by Native law students. One quick and nearly effortless way is to sign the (National NALSA) petition and pass it on to others in your network and your alma mater to raise awareness.”

“The Obstacles of Being a Native Law Student: How Attorneys Can Help Overcome These Obstacles” by Julia A. Giffin


Julia presented on this topic during the CLE “Being a Native Lawyer”, which is now available on-demand through the ABA here.

National NALSA petition here.

NNALSA Petition For Diverse, Inclusive, and Supportive Law Schools

Monica Williamson

National Native American Law Students Association (“National NALSA”) is disheartened by the slow progression of law schools in becoming institutions which are inclusive, understanding, and supportive of their Native students. [1] National NALSA is an organization which strives to support Native law students, Federal Indian Law, Tribal Law, and traditional forms of governance. As such, National NALSA is requesting that law schools take steps to rectify this situation to foster an environment that is supportive of Native students and promotes diversity within law schools generally. National NALSA sees issues within three main categories: (1) recruitment, (2) academics, and (3) cultural awareness.

Petition here.