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A Conversation at the Intersection of Art, Law & Indian Identity – Oct. 9

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heard_2016-10-09_save-the-date_postcard_page_1This event will be held on Sunday, October 9, 2016 (3:30-5 pm) in the Steel Auditorium of the Heard Museum. This event is hosted by the Heard in partnership with the Native American Rights Fund and the Indian Legal Program at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.

Hear a panel of cutting-edge American Indian artists and leading lawyers discuss the ways Indian Identity and artist vision can shape and challenge American Indian identity while also having legal implications and community impact.

Free and open to the public. RSVP is required here.

Download PDF flyer here.

Questions? Contact us at ILP@asu.edu or 480-965-2922

Job Opportunity – Protective Services Attorney

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Protective Services Attorney
Department: Office of General Counsel
City:  Sacaton, AZ
Location:  Family Advocacy Center, 259 W. Seed Farm Road

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Protective Services Attorney provides support in child welfare, juvenile and adult in need of care litigation on behalf of and representation for the Gila River Indian Community (Community) and Tribal Social Services (TSS).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

  • Considerable knowledge in legal and substantive child welfare, dependency and termination proceedings.
  • Knowledge of and experience in application of principles of jurisprudence and legal analysis, including a background in and knowledge of the American Bar Association Standards of Practice for Lawyers Who Represent Children in Abuse and Neglect Cases and the standards for representation set forth in the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Resources Guidelines.
  • Knowledge of and experience in application of the principles of jurisprudence and legal analysis, including a background in and knowledge of Federal Indian Law, juvenile law, and the Indian Child Welfare Act.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, work independently and work with others.
  • Ability to clearly and successfully articulate ideas and logical analysis both orally and writing.
  • Ability to effectively plan, supervise, and coordinate work of others.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with people of varied economic, educational, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials, and the general public.
  • Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-Free Workplace as a condition of employment with the Gila River Indian Community.

Download PDF job description here – protective-services-attorney

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: http://vss.gric.nsn.us/MSS/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Job Opportunity – Supervising Protective Services Attorney

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Supervising Protective Services Attorney
Closing Date: 9/30/16
Department: Office of General Counsel/Protective Services Office
City: Sacaton, AZ
Location: Family Advocacy Center, 259 W. Seed Farm Road

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Supervising Protective Services Attorney provides litigation support and representation for child welfare, dependency, juvenile and adult in need of care matters on behalf of the Gila River Indian Community (Community).  This position provides support in the more complex cases and oversight of the Protective Services Attorney’s and support staff; providing effective, vigorous and compassionate legal services.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited law school and current membership in good standing with the Arizona State Bar; minimum of five (5) years experience as a licensed attorney practicing in child welfare proceedings; minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Experience with Indian Child Welfare Act and Federal Indian Law is preferred.

 

Download PDF job description here – supervising-protective-services-attorney

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: http://vss.gric.nsn.us/MSS/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

SAVE THE DATE: 2016 Navajo Nation Law CLE Conference – Oct. 28

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Navajo Nation Law CLE Conference  will be held on Friday, October 28, 2016 at the new law school, Arizona Center for Law and Society located at ASU Downtown Phoenix campus.

Early Bird Registration is now available! Register today at:
law.asu.edu/NavajoLaw2016

Download PDF flyer here.

Questions? Contact us at ILP@asu.edu or 480-965-2922

Indian Child Welfare Act: Conversations Surrounding the Law for Tribal Nation’s Children in State Care

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This event will be held on Friday, September 23, 2016 (noon – 3 p.m.) at the new law school, Beus Center for Law and Society located at ASU Downtown Phoenix campus.

Register at law.asu.edu/icwa2016
This presentation will discuss the newly-issued Indian Child Welfare Act’s federal regulations which will become effective December of this year. Practitioners representing parents, children, and tribes will hear from national experts on the Indian Child Welfare Act, covering topics such as identifying eligibility of children for the ICWA provisions, engaging tribes to best serve children and families, procedural requirements, and discussions surrounding the outcomes for tribal children in the care of State agencies.

The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is a federal law that seeks to keep American Indian children with American Indian families. Congress passed ICWA in 1978 in response to the alarmingly high numb…er of Indian children being removed from their homes by both public and private agencies. The intent of Congress under ICWA was to “protect the best interests of Indian children and to promote the stability and security of Indian tribes and families” (25 U.S.C. § 1902). ICWA sets federal requirements that apply to state child custody proceedings involving an Indian child who is a member of or eligible for membership in a federally recognized tribe.

The faculty includes Councilwoman Rose Alvarez of Pascua Yaqui, Sheri Freemont of Casey Family Programs, Kate Fort of Michigan State University School of law, and Mark Radoff Senior Attorney California Indian Legal Services.

Sponsored by the Casey Family Programs.

Free and Open to the Public – Advance Registration Preferred.

Download PDF flyer here.

 

Pipeline to Law Workshop at University of South Dakota – Application deadline in 1 week!

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Pipeline To Law WorkshopsThis fall the Native American Pipeline to Law team will host sessions in three different states to help students better understand the law school admissions process. Attend a session at Michigan State University Law, University of South Dakota Law or Arizona State University Law. Housing provided and a limited number of LSAT Prep courses will be available for participating students. Space is limited, register soon!

Register for these events online at:
https://www.law.asu.edu/conferences/native-american-law-school-admissions-workshops

September 16-17, 2016 at University of South Dakota
Application deadline: August 25, 2016

Download PDF Pipeline To Law Workshops Flyer.
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Job Opportunity – Attorney Advisor

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Civil Rights Division
Federal Coordination and Compliance Section
Washington, DC 20530

Application Deadline:

Tuesday, August 23, 2016

The Civil Rights Division (Division) of the Department of Justice, created by the enactment of the Civil Rights Act of 1957, works to uphold the civil and constitutional rights of all Americans, particularly some of the most vulnerable members of our society. The Division is primarily responsible for enforcing federal statutes and executive orders that prohibit, among other things, unlawful discrimination in education, employment, housing, police service, public accommodations and facilities, voting, and federally funded and conducted programs. The Division also has jurisdiction to enforce constitutional prohibitions on certain conduct by law enforcement agencies and public residential institutions, such as health care and correctional facilities.

Job Description:
The incumbent selected for this position will be responsible for the following duties: providing legal counsel and technical assistance to federal civil rights offices; conducting administrative investigations under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other statutes that prohibit discrimination by recipients of federal funds, including investigations involving access to the courts, criminal justice agencies, and other recipients of DOJ financial assistance, which may include the drafting of letters of findings and resolution agreements; providing guidance to agencies relating to federally-assisted educational programs under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1973; negotiations; developing and/or providing training; legal research and writing, including preparation of statements of interest on matters in litigation relating to issues arising under Title VI or Title IX; developing or working on proactive and reactive policy approaches to issues handled by the Section; and/or some limited opportunities for litigation.

Qualifications: 

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. from an American Bar Association accredited law school, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any jurisdiction), and possess a minimum of two and half years of post-professional law degree experience. Applicants also must have strong, demonstrated qualifications in the following areas: academic achievement; written and oral communication skills; the ability to analyze complex issues; skill and experience working collaboratively and productively with others; organizational skills; professional judgment; initiative; and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, demanding environment. In addition, applicants must have (1) substantive knowledge and expertise in the laws, rules and regulations applicable to the work of the section (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in federally assisted programs, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits sex discrimination in federally-assisted educational program and Executive Orders 12250 and 13166) or substantially similar laws, rules and regulations; and (2) the ability to coordinate federal interagency working groups and work with individual federal agencies to assist them in complying with nondiscrimination statutes enforced by the Section. In addition, applicants must have outstanding professional references.

For full job description and application process, see the following link:
https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/attorney-adviser-2

SAVE THE DATE: 2016 Navajo Nation Law CLE Conference – Oct. 28

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Navajo Nation Law CLE 2016
Navajo Nation Law CLE Conference  will be held on Friday, October 28, 2016 at the new law school, Arizona Center for Law and Society located at ASU Downtown Phoenix campus.

Early Bird Registration is now available! Register today at:
law.asu.edu/NavajoLaw2016

Download PDF flyer here.

Questions? Contact us at ILP@asu.edu or 480-965-2922