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Job Posting – Tonto Apache Tribe in Payson, Arizona

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The Tonto Apache Tribe in Payson Arizona is seeking an
Arizona Bar Certified criminal Lawyer to be placed on our Court appointed
Attorney list.

This is a contract/ hourly position with no benefits. A
travel fee will be paid to out of area persons.

For information contact Mr. Reed Cox at the Tonto Apache
Tribal Court #30 Tonto Apache reservation Payson Arizona 85541. Phone
928-474-5000 ext. 8160.

Job Posting – Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

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Assistant General Counsel (Government)

Closes 04/13/13
Salary $106,539 – $157,148 annually

Definition:
Under general supervision of the Deputy 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.

 

Tasks:

  1. Reviews legal documents as directed by supervisor, may
    be assigned as counsel for civil litigation involving the Community and its
    departments.  Advises supervisor and/or Community Council on legal
    matters affecting SRPMIC.  Reviews law, rules, regulations, contracts,
    intergovernmental agreements, grant documents and related legal documents as
    directed.
  2. Provides legal guidance on personnel, program and other related issues to various administrative departments of the SRPMIC.  Drafts legal documents and
    assists in drafting ordinances, regulations, and policies.  May provide
    functional, project specific supervision to support staff.
  3. Works with a broad range of clients such as Council members, government employees, boards, and committees and other officials many of whom are Community members.
  4. Represents SRPMIC on committee meetings, conferences, consultations or other external or intergovernmental meetings related to the various interests of the Community, as directed.
  5. Conducts legal research and provides written legal advice related to Community interests in areas related to tribal sovereignty, tribal jurisdiction, taxation,
    membership, health and human resources, law enforcement, human
    resources/personnel matters, civil litigation, estate planning, business law
    and/or other areas as directed by supervisor.
  6. Assists in the preparation of legal and technical correspondence for the President,
    Vice President, Community Manager, and General Counsel as directed
    supervisor.
  7. Keeps abreast of federal law, regulations, administrative and court decision
    affecting Indian law and interacts with the BIA, OST, and other federal, state
    or local agencies impacting the Community.
  8. May supervise non-attorneys, law clerks, interns, and/or externs, as
    assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:  Graduation
from an American Bar Associated accredited college or university with a Law
Degree (Juris Doctor) and at least three (3) years of experience as a licensed
attorney representing Native American tribes in legal affairs.  Experience
that has provided knowledge of social, political, and legal status conditions
of tribal governments is essential.

Equivalency:  Any equivalent
combination of experience and education that will allow the applicant to
satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered when filling
this position.

Special Requirements:  Must be a
member in good standing with a state bar association or if currently not a
member of the Arizona Bar must take and pass the Arizona Bar Exam and be
admitted to the Arizona Bar within one (1) year from the date of hire.  In
addition, candidates must have the ability to practice in Federal District
Court if required.  Must attend a minimum of 15 hours annual continuing
legal education as related to job and approved by supervisor.

“SRPMIC is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer” Preference will be given to a
qualified Community Member, then a qualified Native American and then other
qualified candidate.

Application instructions: To apply or view
full job description go to:  www.srpmic-nsn.gov/employment/

 

 

Alumni Updates

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Congrats to these ILP Alums on their new jobs and appointments!

  • Matt Campbell, (2008) who just accepted a new job at (NARF) Native American Rights Fund in Denver.
  • Maia D. Bellon, (1994) who was recently named as Director, Department of Ecology, State of Washington.
  • Joe Sarcinella, (2009) is now Senior Advisor and Liaison, Native American Affairs, Office of the Secretary of Defense at the Pentagon.
  • Mary Modrich-Alvarado, (2008) Attorney, Tax & Finance Unit, Navajo Nation Department of Justice has just been appointed Board member, State Bar of New Mexico Young Lawyers Division Board of Directors.

Alumni Speaking Engagements:

Two ILP Alums will be participating in an upcoming webinar sponsored by NCAI and the Tribal Law and Policy Institute.

“Implementation of the Expanded Jurisdiction Provisions of the Recently Reauthorized Violence Against Women Act” on April 5, 2013,  /1:30-3:30 pm (EST)

Register here:  https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/823855432

  • Chia Halpern Beetso, (2008) Tribal Law and Policy Institute (TLPI) Tribal Court Specialist, will be the moderating.
  • Mike Carter, (2009) Assistant General Counsel, Gila River Indian Community, will be presenting.
Please let us know about your news and we will post it!

ILP Students Reach Final Four in NALSA Moot Court Competition

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JEREMIAH CHIN AND JONATHON SANCHEZ REACH FINAL FOUR IN
NATIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN LAW STUDENT ASSOCATION MOOT COURT!

ASU’s Jeremiah Chin (2L) and Jonathon Sanchez (2L) competed in the 2013 National Native American Law Student’s Moot Court competition on Friday and Saturday, February 22nd and 23rd.  Emerging from a field of 60 teams representing law schools across the nation, Jeremiah and Jonathon advanced to the Final Four before being knocked out by Columbia Law School.  Jeremiah consistently delivered a stellar presentation and was clearly in the running for the top oralist award.  Judge after judge noted his superior performance and command of the law and ability to apply the
analysis.  One judge  noted during the critiques, “Mr. Chin, you have such a strong presence and wonderful delivery that we didn’t want to interrupt you [with questions].”  And yet another simply adopted a baseball analogy stating “you hit it out of the park.”  Jeremiah and Jonathon developed and delivered a truly unique approach to their argument and an equally “out-of-the box” strategic presentation that carried them to the final four.  In recent memory, no other team has advanced as far as Jeremiah or Jonathon in the NNALSA Moot Court Competition.

Congratulations to Jeremiah and Jonathon for an excellent job!

Job Posting: Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP – ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (Litigation)

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Position Type:      Attorney
Practice Area(s):  Indian/Native American, Litigation
Geographic Preference:  Upper Midwest (KS, NE, ND, SD)
Description:   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
state, federal, and tribal courts.

We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney for our Omaha, Nebraska
office. Minimum qualifications include:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school

• Status as an active member in good standing of the bar with any state
jurisdiction

• Minimum of three to five years of federal or state litigation experience or
served as a law clerk to a federal district court judge

• Legal experience in tribal and Federal Indian law

• Excellent analytical, research and writing abilities

• Ability to work well independently and as a team in a fast paced environment

In addition to the minimum qualifications, it is strongly preferred that
applicants possess the following skills:

• Litigating or trying cases in federal or state courts or in administrative
proceedings

• Preparing pleadings and briefs, taking and defending discovery, conducting
hearings and litigating the action or proceeding through trial

• Knowledge of, and skill applying various state or Federal Rules of Civil
Procedure and Rules of Evidence

• Taking depositions and/or conducting other examinations of witnesses

• Effectively communicating with opposing counsel, co-counsel and
federal/state/tribal agency representatives

Your contributions are rewarded with a “Total Compensation” Package including a
competitive salary, bonus potential and excellent benefits.

Send your resume today with a cover letter, salary requirements, writing sample
and law school transcripts, if graduated within the last 5 years to:
Ann Hacker, Director of Human Resources
ahacker@ndnlaw.com
3610 N 163rd Plaza
Omaha, NE 68116

Position is open until filled

Desired Class Level:       Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp, Alum 7+ yrs exp, LLM
Posting Date: February 20, 2013
Expiration Date:   March 8, 2013
contact:
Ann Hacker
Director of Human Resources

Home office: 3610 North 163rd Plaza Omaha, Ne 68116 We have 10 office locations in 8 states Omaha, Nebraska 68116 United States

http://www.ndnlaw.com

Resume Receipt:   E-mail,
Other (see below)

Default email for resumes.:     ahacker@ndnlaw.com

How To Apply:     Send
your resume today with a cover letter, salary requirements, writing sample and
law school transcripts, if graduated within the last 5 years to:

Ann Hacker, Director of Human Resources

ahacker@ndnlaw.com

3610 N 163rd Plaza

Omaha, NE 68116

Additional Documents:  Cover Letter, Writing Sample, Other
Documents

Requested Document Notes:   Law school transcripts if graduated within
the last 5 years

id: 22120

 

 

 

Native research trailblazer joins ranks of ASU’s most prestigious scholars

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Rebecca Tsosie has received the highest faculty honor at Arizona State University, as a 2012 Regents’ Professor. Tsosie is a professor of law and the Willard H. Pedrick Distinguished Research Scholar in ASU’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Additionally, she is an affiliate professor in the American Indian Studies Program and a faculty fellow in the Center for the Study of Law, Science and Technology.

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