Are you interested in making a difference in Arizona Native American communities this voting season? If you are interested in volunteering on Election Day, November 8, sign up for one of the volunteer training sessions.
Nov. 1
6-8 p.m.
Room 240
Beus Center for Law and Society, Phoenix, AZ
Nov. 3
12-1:30 p.m.
Online
On Aug. 23, the Indian Gaming and Tribal Self-Governance programs hosted the webinar “Indian Gaming in Texas: A Discussion About a Recent Supreme Court Victory.” During the Supreme Court’s October 2021 term, the Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo argued a pivotal gaming case challenging the State of Texas and was victorious in a 5-4 decision authored by Justice Neil Gorsuch . The Court’s decision affirms the Tribes’ right to operate Class II gaming in Texas under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act and their own tribal laws. The webinar discussed the case, the recent decision from the Supreme Court and what’s next for the Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo and the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas with attorneys Brant Martin, counsel for Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo, and Fred Petti, counsel for the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas. Martin and Petti shared valuable insight about practicing law on behalf of a tribal client, their experiences arguing before the Supreme Court and participating as amici before the Supreme Court respectively.
If you missed the webinar, you may watch the recording.
We look forward to inviting both attorneys and their tribal clients to the law school in Spring 2023. Keep a lookout for this announcement in the coming months.
On Sept. 9, the Indian Legal Clinic students were sworn in to the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC) Court by Judge Anthony Hill (’06). “I had a great experience and was honored to meet Judge Anthony Hill,” said Chad Edwards (3L). “Being sworn in made me feel the most like an attorney since going to law school.”
“I am extremely grateful to have been sworn into the Gila River Indian Community Court by Judge Hill, who is a true role model for Indian Country judiciary success,” said Michael LaValley (3L).
Student attorneys toured the facility and observed several hearings. GRIC prosecutor Ammon Orr (’16) explained the mechanics of a bail hearing they watched and gave the students some insight on practicing in tribal courts. The students also observed Charlie Giff in arraignments and met with the Chief Prosecutor Lando Voyles.
“Before this visit, I was not particularly excited about trials or criminal proceedings,” said LaValley. “After having the opportunity to observe the court chambers and visit with Gila River prosecutors, it sparked an interest as to the effective advocacy that can occur for Tribes from inside the courtroom.”
We appreciate the Gila River Community Court for the continued support.
3 Staff Attorney positions are currently available with the Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation.
Staff Attorney – Aneth, UT
Staff Attorney – Chinle, AZ
Staff Attorney – Kayenta, AZ
Tohono O’odham Legislative Branch
Sells, Arizona
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION: Judge (two positions)
TERM: Terms beginning February 1, 2023 and ending January 31, 2029
SALARY: $179,685.79 (licensed attorney), $136,946.58 (bachelor’s degree), and $101,827.44 (Nation’s member with associate’s degree) with additional compensation for fluent O’odham speakers, the chief judge, and deputy chief judge
Group health and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and other benefits provided
LOCATION OF POSITION: Tohono O’odham Judicial Court in Sells, Arizona.
For full description and application information, go to: Job Announcement – Tohono O’odham Judicial Court Judge
Rosette, LLP is seeking a highly-motivated professional to serve as an Litigation Paralegal in its Tempe, Arizona. office. The successful candidate will be able to perform the position responsibilities and must possess a majority of the position qualifications listed below.
Position Responsibilities
Position Qualifications
Compensation
We offer competitive salary and benefits, including health care, 401k, and paid vacation time.
To apply, please send Cover Letter, Resume, and Salary Requirements to Wyatt Rosette, wrosette@rosettelaw.com.
Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, LLP is seeking applications for an Associate Attorney who will work inperson in the Washington, DC office.
Hobbs Straus is a national law firm with offices in Washington, DC; Portland, OR; Oklahoma City, OK; and Sacramento, CA. Hobbs Straus specializes in Federal Indian Law and has worked for 40 years to realize positive change in Indian Country. Our attorneys are dedicated to promoting and defending Tribal Nations’ rights and exercise of sovereignty, expanding opportunities for Tribal Nations, and improving the
lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Qualifications for candidates include:
We are accepting applications from 2023 law school graduates as well as attorneys with up to three years of experience.
To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial law school transcript, writing sample, and references to Trenton Osborne at tosborne@hobbsstraus.com.
Please reach out to Trenton or to Katie Klass at kklass@hobbsstraus.com with any questions. We will contact all applicants after we make our hiring decision. However, should you receive another offer or otherwise want an update before you hear from us, please reach out to Trenton or Katie.
Thank you for your interest in Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, LLP.
Washington, DC Office Location:
1899 L Street, NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 822‐8282
HOBBSSTRAUS.COM
These Indian Law Scholars joined forces and co-authored an article “Tribal Nations and Abortion Access: A Path Forward,” forthcoming in the Harvard Journal of Law and Gender. Currently available on the SSRN. This article outlines the legal realities of providing abortion care in Indian country, particularly in the context of avoiding state prohibitions. Abortion care is a fundamental human right of Indigenous people. The ability to safely end a pregnancy is consistent with Tribal conceptions of autonomy, privacy, and individual self-determination.
DOJ OVW Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation
DOJ Tribal Access Program for National Crime Information (TAP)
DOJ Office for Victims of Crime, Tribal Division – Supervisory Grants Management Specialist
DOJ Access to Justice – Pro Bono Program Counsel
DOJ Access to Justice – Attorney Advisor