Employer: Native American Disability Law Center
Title: Civil Rights Attorney
Description: The Law Center provides legal services to Native Americans with disabilities living on or near the Navajo & Hopi reservations. Our offices are located in Farmington and Gallup, New Mexico; however, we serve a broad area around the Four Corners Region of Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. Attorneys represent clients in administrative hearings, and tribal, state and federal court actions with a focus on systemic change. Attorneys also work with tribal governments on legislation & policies effecting individuals with disabilities. Applicants must have a demonstrable interest in issues facing individuals with disabilities & a willingness to work with the community & non-attorney staff.

The Law Center provides exciting opportunities to address issues of first impression & to develop law in Indian Country. The Law Center works closely with the Navajo & Hopi communities to develop law that protects the rights of Navajo & Hopis with disabilities.

Admission to the Utah, Arizona, or New Mexico Bar is preferred. Because of high level of independence & responsibility, over 4 years of experience is also preferred. Willingness to take the next available state and tribal bar exam is required.

Position Type: Attorney
Desired Class Level(s): Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp, Alum 7+ yrs exp
Requested Documents via email:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Writing Sample

Employer: Native American Disability Law Center
Name: Therese Yanan
E-mail:  tyanan@nativedisabilitylaw.org
Phone:  505-215-3653
Address: 3535 E 30th Street
Farmington, NM
87402 United States

ID 26062
Employer Colorado River Indian Tribes (Parker, AZ)
Contact Rebecca A. Loudbear
Job Title Deputy Attorney General-Criminal Prosecution
How to Apply APPLY: COLORADO RIVER INDIAN TRIBES HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT 26600 MOHAVE ROAD PARKER, ARIZONA 85344 For Employment Application visit: http://www.crit-nsn.gov  Update/overwrite with contact information
Default email for resumes. rloudbear@critdoj.com
Description Full-Time Position at 40 hours per week. Primary responsibility is child in need of care cases, juvenile offender cases, and adult criminal prosecution in tribal court. See job posting for more information.

Job Summary: The Office of the Attorney General provides legal representation to the Colorado River Indian Tribes, its Tribal Council, departments, and enterprises. The Office is a diverse and dynamic working environment.
Duties & Functions: The Deputy Attorney General (Criminal Prosecution) works with all Tribal Departments, under the supervision of the Attorney General. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
1. Work closely with tribal, federal and local law enforcement and other agencies to develop potential criminal cases for prosecution;
2. Attend, prepare and assist CRIT Child Protective Services (CPS) or the Office of Social Services (OSS) with all Child in Need of Care (CINC) Hearings; Preliminary Custody, Advisory, Pre-Adjudication, Adjudication, Disposition, Review, and Termination of Parental Rights;
3. Draft petitions, prepare witnesses, officers, and victims for trial, attend and prepare Adult and Juvenile Offenders cases. These hearings include initial appearances, detention hearings, pre-adjudicatory hearings, adjudicatory hearings, and review hearings, jury and non-jury trials;
4. Represent the Tribe in criminal actions pending before the Courts of the Tribes, involving Adult and Juvenile Offenders, Child in Need of Care , and guardianship;
5. Up-keep CINC cases and maintain regular contact with CRIT CPS, OSS, Behavioral Health and Alcohol and Substance Abuse Programs, law enforcement and criminal justice agencies and other Social Services programs;
6. Assist CRIT OSS in Indian Child Welfare Act interventions. May require appearances in courts of other jurisdictions;
7. Draft and file appeal petitions and briefs, appear in Court of Appeals hearings;
8. Draft and assist in drafting proposed legislation for consideration by the Tribal Council. As necessary, train and brief officers and other tribal officials in regard to procedure and law.
9. Other duties as assigned by the Attorney General.
Required Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of principles of Federal Indian law and/or administrative law preferred.
2. Ability to pass both a Tribal and Federal (OMB Public Trust Position) background check.
3. Computer literate, good writing and communication skills.
4. Ability to work well with others in a sometimes stressful, high-volume work environment.
Education & Experience Requirements:
1. High School Diploma.
2. Graduate of an ABA accredited law school preferred.
3. Must be a licensed member in good standing of a state bar, Arizona or California state bar is preferred.
4. At least one (1) year experience in the practice of law is preferred.
5. Must possess a current valid driver’s license.
Physical Requirement:
1. Physically able to perform duties assigned.
2. Must pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screening.
3. Occasionally work extended shifts as assigned.
Additional Documents Cover Letter, Writing Sample, Other Documents
Requested Document Notes Employer Application must also be completed in its entirety.
Posting Date October 29, 2015
Expiration Date November 30, 2015
Compensation Details $65,000 to $75,000 Depending Upon Experience
Practice Area(s) Criminal
Desired Class Level RECENT GRADS, Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp, Alum 7+ yrs exp
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OPENING DATE: 11/09/15
CLOSING DATE: 12/08/15 11:59 PM
Salary: $118,122.00 – $174,233.00 Annually

DEFINITION:
This position will primarily provide legal advice to the Community’s Treasury Department and the Community’s Risk Management and Benefit Committees.  Primary consideration will be given to applicants who have experience in tribal taxation, employee benefit plans, self-funded insurance plans, and risk management. Applicants must have experience and knowledge of the IRS Code, ACA, ERISA, and other relevant federal, state, and tribal laws. Under general supervision of the General Counsel, provides legal review and advice to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC or Community) government. Ensures that applicable laws are followed so that tribal sovereignty is protected and enhanced.  Provides assistance to avoid or prevent expensive legal disputes and litigation and protects the Community’s legal interests. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.

Application instructions: To apply or view full job description go to www.srpmic-nsn.gov/employment *Resumes alone will not be accepted. Apply before closing date 12/08/2015

Please visit https://uacareers.com/ and Search Jobs using job number A20376 for additional details and to apply.

The Office of Attorney General is now hiring an Assistant Attorney General I. Applicants must have at least one year of progressively responsible legal experience. The Office of Attorney General represents the interests of the Tohono O’odham Nation in tribal, state, and federal venues. Attorneys in the office enjoy a diverse practice overlaid with challenging jurisdictional issues.

The Nation offers generous benefits including paid holidays, sick and annual leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement, and life insurance. Applicants must pass a background check. Send resume, legal writing sample, and three references to Acting Attorney General Laura Berglan via email at laura.berglan@tonation-nsn.gov.

Employer: Montana Legal Services Association
Title: Staff Attorney, Indian Law Practice Group

Description: This full-time Staff Attorney position will provide poverty law services to Native American clients, primarily on the Northern Cheyenne and Crow Reservations. Services provided will range from brief counsel and advice, to more extended legal representation. Position will require regular travel to the reservations being served, and occasional travel throughout Montana. This position will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, and hearing and trial work. The staff attorney will also participate in MLSA’s statewide initiatives, implement grant and contract requirements through casework and other activities, and foster pro bono involvement with the private bar.

Specific Duties
• Interviewing, meeting with, advising, and representing eligible clients on civil matters.
• Developing and maintaining specialized knowledge of the legal needs of Native American clients, and of general poverty law issues.
• Providing legal services to clients ranging from brief counsel and advice, to more extended representation on core legal issues affecting MLSA clients.
• As needed, providing legal representation to clients in criminal matters in Tribal Court.
• Composing correspondence, pleadings and other documents.
• Researching the law and preparing memoranda.
• Working with other MLSA staff to recruit, train and support pro bono attorneys when appropriate.
• Participating in MLSA’s statewide initiatives and impact work, and implementing grant and contract requirements through casework.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervising Attorney or MLSA Management.

Requirements
• Law Degree and current license to practice law in Montana, or willingness to become licensed.
• License to practice in the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Tribal Courts, or willingness to become licensed.
• Prior legal services experience preferred, particularly experience working with Native American clients.
• A willingness to assume a varied case load.
• An understanding of the civil legal needs of low-income people, including the unique needs of populations that experience particular barriers to access to justice systems.
• Knowledge of substantive legal areas affecting low income people.
• Ability to effectively communicate, to motivate others, and to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people with varying perspectives, and experience and expertise.
• Ability and willingness to learn and integrate new technologies and methodologies to efficiently perform responsibilities.
• A willingness to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, the public, judges, court personnel and the bar.
• Ability and willingness to work cooperatively and collegially within a decentralized statewide law firm.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline-oriented environment.
• A “can do” attitude and a willingness to pitch in where needed.
• Strong commitment to insuring equal access to justice.
• Proficient at the use of technology, including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, internet-based programs and computer-based legal research.
• Ability to travel within the state of Montana, occasionally overnight.

The Montana Legal Services Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Geographic Preference: West (CA, HI, NV, UT, CO, MT, WY)
Position Type: Attorney
Practice Area(s): All Practice Areas, Indian/Native American
Desired Class Level(s): RECENT GRADS, Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp
Compensation Type: Annually
Compensation Details: $45,000 and up DOE. MLSA offers an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement and educational loan repayment

For full description, click here: http://www.mtlsa.org/get-involved/careers/