Professor Carl Artman recently served on a panel about efforts by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians to expand their reservation on Friday, Sept. 16.
Artman’s presentation, “You Heard the Fiction, Now Hear the Facts: A Lesson in Tribal Governance,” was a response to the non-native locals protesting the efforts of the Chumash Indians.
Artman, Director of Economic Development in Indian Country, was mentioned in the Santa Ynez Valley News and the Santa Maria Times as a panelist for the pro-tribe meeting.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Artman quoted in The LA Times, other Southern California newspapers
Professor Carl Artman defended the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians’ right to expand their reservation, calling the protesting locals “a cannibalistic frenzy of myopic reactionism,” according to an article in The Los Angles Times on Sept. 25.
Artman, Director of Economic Development in Indian Country, said during a Sept. 16 panel, titled “You Heard the Fiction, Now Hear the Facts,” the push from critics to deny the Chumash Indians’ more land was due to rumors and a hostile local press.
Artman’s quote was also picked up by the Santa Maria Times and the Santa Barbara Independent.
Artman, Director of Economic Development in Indian Country, said during a Sept. 16 panel, titled “You Heard the Fiction, Now Hear the Facts,” the push from critics to deny the Chumash Indians’ more land was due to rumors and a hostile local press.
Artman’s quote was also picked up by the Santa Maria Times and the Santa Barbara Independent.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Job Posting
Tribal Appellate Judge
Pay: Based on Services Rendered
Qualifications:
Have a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school. Be a member of good standing of the bar of any state or federal court. Be at least (25) years of age. Have experience as a tribal judge exercising both civil and criminal jurisdiction. Have considerable knowledge of Federal Indian law, of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and of Evidence, and of Arizona law. Have no felony convictions, no serious misdemeanor conviction. Demonstrate the ability to analyze difficult and complex facts and issues and to issue clear oral and written decisions based on application of the facts and issues to the applicable law. Be familiar with alternative sentencing and restorative justice. Demonstrate judicial knowledge and temperament. Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of management/supervision/administration; personnel management, bookkeeping, record keeping, case management. Submit to and pass pre-employment background check and drug screen, including FBI criminal history background check. Candidates must not be a Tribal Council Member or the holder of any other elected office of the Havasupai Tribe.
For persons who meet the above minimum qualifications preference will be given in the following order, to enrolled members of the Havasupai Tribe, enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian Tribe, and then others.
Candidates should sent a resume and a letter of interest to:
Havasupai Tribe
Attn: Personnel Office
PO Box 10
Supai, AZ 86435
Phone: (928) 448-2164
Fax: (928) 448-2130
Email: Htjob0@Havasupai-nsn.gov
Pay: Based on Services Rendered
Qualifications:
Have a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school. Be a member of good standing of the bar of any state or federal court. Be at least (25) years of age. Have experience as a tribal judge exercising both civil and criminal jurisdiction. Have considerable knowledge of Federal Indian law, of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and of Evidence, and of Arizona law. Have no felony convictions, no serious misdemeanor conviction. Demonstrate the ability to analyze difficult and complex facts and issues and to issue clear oral and written decisions based on application of the facts and issues to the applicable law. Be familiar with alternative sentencing and restorative justice. Demonstrate judicial knowledge and temperament. Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of management/supervision/administration; personnel management, bookkeeping, record keeping, case management. Submit to and pass pre-employment background check and drug screen, including FBI criminal history background check. Candidates must not be a Tribal Council Member or the holder of any other elected office of the Havasupai Tribe.
For persons who meet the above minimum qualifications preference will be given in the following order, to enrolled members of the Havasupai Tribe, enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian Tribe, and then others.
Candidates should sent a resume and a letter of interest to:
Havasupai Tribe
Attn: Personnel Office
PO Box 10
Supai, AZ 86435
Phone: (928) 448-2164
Fax: (928) 448-2130
Email: Htjob0@Havasupai-nsn.gov
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Job Announcement
Tribal Public Defender
Havasupai Tribe
Havasupai Tribal Court
Position Title: Tribal Public Defender
Pay Rate: Dependant on Experience
Supervised by: Havasupai Tribal Council
Closing Date: Open until filled
Summary: To conduct the legal activities and services of the Public Defender’s Office; and to do related work as required.
Responsibilities: The Tribal Public Defender represents in the Havasupai Tribal Court indigent persons accused of crimes. Representation includes all stages of the proceedings following the arrest of the defendant. This will include meeting with the client, obtaining police and other investigative reports, conducting an independent investigation of the crime, legal research and motion practice, referrals to outside agencies as warranted, negotiating plea agreements or preparing and presenting a defense at jury and bench trials, and other appearances in the Havasupai Tribal Courts as required. The incumbent shall discuss the public defense program with judges, prosecutors, law enforcement officials, and other persons to obtain information and possible action relative to defendants. Confers with office staff on clerical problems, record keeping, and reporting systems, and initiates changes as required. Dictates correspondence and prepares reports.
Term of Office: The term of office shall be for two (2) years.
Knowledge: Philosophy and practice of public defense in tribal courts; duties, powers, limitations, and responsibility of the Public Defender’s Officer; methods and problems of administering the work of a governmental law office; legal principles and their application with emphasis on criminal law; rules of evidence and the conduct of court proceedings; legal research methods.
Ability to: Investigate and defend criminal complaints; analyze difficult and complex facts and legal problems and apply legal principles and their practices; present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form; draft legal instruments and opinions; perform legal research; win the confidence and respect of members of the legal profession, public officials, and other persons contacted in the position.
Employment Standards:
a. Broad, extensive, and progressively responsible experience as an attorney in criminal law; or,
b. Equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, abilities, and license.
Qualifications:
1. Have a juris doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school
2. Be a member in good standing of the bar of any state or federal court.
3. Be at least (21) years of age.
4. Have criminal litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in Indian law.
5. Be of high moral character and integrity.
6. Have no felony convictions, no serious misdemeanor conviction, and, within the past twelve months, no misdemeanors in any court.
7. Be physically able to carry out the duties of the office.
8. Submit to and pass pre-employment background check and drug screen, including FBI criminal history background check
9. For persons who meet the above minimum qualifications preference will be given, in the following order, to enrolled members of the Havasupai Tribe, enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian tribe.
Please submit a cover letter, writing sample three pages or longer, and resume to the
Havasupai Tribal Council
PO Box 10
Supai, Arizona 86435
Interviews will be taking place on September 19, 2011, but the position will remain open until filled.
Havasupai Tribe
Havasupai Tribal Court
Position Title: Tribal Public Defender
Pay Rate: Dependant on Experience
Supervised by: Havasupai Tribal Council
Closing Date: Open until filled
Summary: To conduct the legal activities and services of the Public Defender’s Office; and to do related work as required.
Responsibilities: The Tribal Public Defender represents in the Havasupai Tribal Court indigent persons accused of crimes. Representation includes all stages of the proceedings following the arrest of the defendant. This will include meeting with the client, obtaining police and other investigative reports, conducting an independent investigation of the crime, legal research and motion practice, referrals to outside agencies as warranted, negotiating plea agreements or preparing and presenting a defense at jury and bench trials, and other appearances in the Havasupai Tribal Courts as required. The incumbent shall discuss the public defense program with judges, prosecutors, law enforcement officials, and other persons to obtain information and possible action relative to defendants. Confers with office staff on clerical problems, record keeping, and reporting systems, and initiates changes as required. Dictates correspondence and prepares reports.
Term of Office: The term of office shall be for two (2) years.
Knowledge: Philosophy and practice of public defense in tribal courts; duties, powers, limitations, and responsibility of the Public Defender’s Officer; methods and problems of administering the work of a governmental law office; legal principles and their application with emphasis on criminal law; rules of evidence and the conduct of court proceedings; legal research methods.
Ability to: Investigate and defend criminal complaints; analyze difficult and complex facts and legal problems and apply legal principles and their practices; present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form; draft legal instruments and opinions; perform legal research; win the confidence and respect of members of the legal profession, public officials, and other persons contacted in the position.
Employment Standards:
a. Broad, extensive, and progressively responsible experience as an attorney in criminal law; or,
b. Equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, abilities, and license.
Qualifications:
1. Have a juris doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school
2. Be a member in good standing of the bar of any state or federal court.
3. Be at least (21) years of age.
4. Have criminal litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in Indian law.
5. Be of high moral character and integrity.
6. Have no felony convictions, no serious misdemeanor conviction, and, within the past twelve months, no misdemeanors in any court.
7. Be physically able to carry out the duties of the office.
8. Submit to and pass pre-employment background check and drug screen, including FBI criminal history background check
9. For persons who meet the above minimum qualifications preference will be given, in the following order, to enrolled members of the Havasupai Tribe, enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian tribe.
Please submit a cover letter, writing sample three pages or longer, and resume to the
Havasupai Tribal Council
PO Box 10
Supai, Arizona 86435
Interviews will be taking place on September 19, 2011, but the position will remain open until filled.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Sunday, September 11, 2011
6th Annual ASU NALSA Golf Tournament
NALSA will be hosting its 6th Annual Golf Tournament on October 22nd at the Whirlwind Golf Club. If you are interested in playing in the tournament, or becoming a tournament sponsor, we have provided links to forms below.
Thank you for your continuing support and we hope to see you at the tournament!
Registration Form
Sponsor Form
EPA's New Tribal Consultation and Coordination Policy | TeleBriefing
The EPA recently released its final policy on consultation and coordination with Indian tribes. The policy establishes a new, broader standard for the types of actions that may be appropriate for consultation -- such as developing standards, guidance, policies, permitting decisions, and activities under international agreements -- and makes clear the two-way nature of government-to-government consultation by inviting tribes to request issues for consultation. The policy also establishes a management, oversight and reporting structure that will help ensure accountability and transparency.
Our Distinguished Panel:
Richard Du Bey, Moderator, chair of the Environmental and Natural Resources Practice Section and chair of the Tribal Practice Group at Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC
Jane Neumann, Tribal Coordinator with EPA's Region 5 Superfund Division
Andrew Baca, Tribal Program Coordinator at the EPA Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response
Registration
Register here or call us at (800) 854-8009
Tuition
$125 to dial in; $175 to dial in and receive continuing education credit; $50 for each additional person on the same line who wishes to receive credit
Intended Audience
Attorneys, tribal representatives, business executives, and governmental officials.
In this one-hour TeleBriefing, our distinguished panel of legal and regulatory experts will address the practical implications of the new policy.
Topics will include:
* The relationship of the Consultation Policy to Executive Order 13175 on Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments and EPA's 1984 Indian Policy
* EPA actions and decisions covered by the consultation policy
* How the consultation process will work
* Implementing the new policy for national issues as well as regional or site specific issues
* Key distinctions between Consultation and Coordination
* EPA's new Tribal Consultation Opportunities Tracking System
* The relationship of the Consultation Policy to Executive Order 13175 on Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments and EPA's 1984 Indian Policy
* EPA actions and decisions covered by the consultation policy
* How the consultation process will work
* Implementing the new policy for national issues as well as regional or site specific issues
* Key distinctions between Consultation and Coordination
* EPA's new Tribal Consultation Opportunities Tracking System
Register now and call in from anywhere!
Richard Du Bey, Moderator, chair of the Environmental and Natural Resources Practice Section and chair of the Tribal Practice Group at Short Cressman & Burgess PLLC
Jane Neumann, Tribal Coordinator with EPA's Region 5 Superfund Division
Andrew Baca, Tribal Program Coordinator at the EPA Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response
Registration
Register here
Tuition
$125 to dial in; $175 to dial in and receive continuing education credit; $50 for each additional person on the same line who wishes to receive credit
Intended Audience
Attorneys, tribal representatives, business executives, and governmental officials.
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Job Postings - UNM School of Law
Please see links below for more details:
https://unmjobs.unm.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1315328412320
https://unmjobs.unm.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1315328412320
https://unmjobs.unm.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1315328412320
https://unmjobs.unm.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1315328412320
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Joe Sarcinella - Talk Radio
Joe Sarcinella (2009) interview. Thanks for plugging the ILP at the 9 minute mark!
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cemaudioedge/2011/08/17/native-american-gaming-august-17
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cemaudioedge/2011/08/17/native-american-gaming-august-17
Dallin Maybe Wins Best of Show
Dallin Maybee (2011) won best of show for Native American Clothing for the children’s outfit he created for his one year old daughter. Congrats Dallin!
See details at link below:
http://www.santafenewmexican.com/Local%20News/clothingblurb
See details at link below:
http://www.santafenewmexican.com/Local%20News/clothingblurb
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Tsosie invited to Colorado Workshop on Law, Religion & Culture
Professor Rebecca Tsosie, Willard H. Pedrick Distinguished Research Scholar, was an invited participant at the University of Colorado Law School’s summer Workshop on Law, Religion, and Culture, on July 21-22.
More details at link below:
http://www.law.asu.edu/News/CollegeofLawNews.aspx?NewsId=3303
More details at link below:
http://www.law.asu.edu/News/CollegeofLawNews.aspx?NewsId=3303
Monday, August 22, 2011
Congrats to Charlie Galbraith (2006)! Top 40 under 40!
NCAIED Announces 2011 Native American 40 Under 40 - including Charles Galbraith(Navajo)
Deputy Associate Director, Office of Intergovernmental Relations and Public Engagement
Office of President Barak Obama
Washington DC
See link below for the article:
http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2011/08/ncaied-announces-2011-native-american-40-under-40/
Deputy Associate Director, Office of Intergovernmental Relations and Public Engagement
Office of President Barak Obama
Washington DC
See link below for the article:
http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2011/08/ncaied-announces-2011-native-american-40-under-40/
Job Posting: Tenure Track Faculty - Environmental/Indian Law Position
Best place to live and teach in the U.S.: The University of Montana School of Law, the only law school in the State, anticipates hiring a full-time, tenure-track professor beginning in the 2012-2013 academic year to teach Environmental/Natural Resources and Indian law courses.
For more details on how to apply please see the link below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13uxPx6wJemCb3n_PyYTKvkX2E6Jh92GLsHewD7jH6p0/edit?hl=en_US
For more details on how to apply please see the link below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13uxPx6wJemCb3n_PyYTKvkX2E6Jh92GLsHewD7jH6p0/edit?hl=en_US
Monday, August 15, 2011
In the News - Prof. Robert Clinton
Turtle Talk - Supreme Court Citations to Indian Law Scholarship
Article link provided below:
http://turtletalk.wordpress.com/2011/08/15/supreme-court-citations-to-indian-law-scholarship/
Article link provided below:
http://turtletalk.wordpress.com/2011/08/15/supreme-court-citations-to-indian-law-scholarship/
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
California Golf Tournament put on by ILP Alum, Marlene Rae Jones
ILP Alumni, Marlene Rae Jones, is actively involved in putting on a scholarship golf tournament; The Ray Jones Scholarship Fund 2011 Golf Tournament will be held on October 14-16, 2011 at the beautiful Eagle Springs Golf & CC located in Friant, California just north of Fresno. Please follow the links to access the Welcome Letter, Golf Tournament Flyer and Contributor/Entry Form. Please note the entry deadline is October 7, 2011.
Thursday, August 04, 2011
NABA-AZ News & Announcements
See the link below for the latest NABA-AZ News & Announcements:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17PKl3fG-sZutOOB9sGRw3xIV0FOulY6TzRQZcYhDFc8/edit?hl=en_US
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17PKl3fG-sZutOOB9sGRw3xIV0FOulY6TzRQZcYhDFc8/edit?hl=en_US
Job Posting - Ho-Chunk Nation Law Clerk/ Staff Attorney
Law Clerk/Staff Attorney
Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court (Black River Falls, WI)
Position Type:
Judicial Clerkship
Practice Area(s):
Indian/Native American
Geographic Preference(s):
Midwest (KY, WV, OH, IN, MI, IL, MO, IA, MN, WI)
Description:
The position starts October 24, 2011, and ends July 31, 2013. Applicants must be licensed to practice in any State, awaiting the results of the July 2011 Bar exam or registered for the February 2012 Bar exam. A full job description is available on the HCN Judiciary's web page at http://www.ho-chunknation.com/UserFiles/Staff%20Attorney%20-%20Law%20Clerk.pdf.
Desired Class Level:
JD Alum
Posting Date:
August 2, 2011
Expiration Date:
August 31, 2011
Contact:
Zachary H. Atherton-Ely
Law Clerk/Staff Attorney
W9598 Highway 54 East Black River Falls, Wisconsin 54615 United States
http://www.ho-chunknation.com/?PageId=28
Resume Receipt:
Other (see below)
How to Apply:
Please send application materials to:
Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court
Attn: Hon. Amanda L. Rockman
Additional Documents:
Cover Letter, Unofficial Transcript, Writing Sample, Other Documents
Requested Document Notes:
Please include a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, writing sample and list of references with contact information.
ID:
20380
Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court (Black River Falls, WI)
Position Type:
Judicial Clerkship
Practice Area(s):
Indian/Native American
Geographic Preference(s):
Midwest (KY, WV, OH, IN, MI, IL, MO, IA, MN, WI)
Description:
The position starts October 24, 2011, and ends July 31, 2013. Applicants must be licensed to practice in any State, awaiting the results of the July 2011 Bar exam or registered for the February 2012 Bar exam. A full job description is available on the HCN Judiciary's web page at http://www.ho-chunknation.com/UserFiles/Staff%20Attorney%20-%20Law%20Clerk.pdf.
Desired Class Level:
JD Alum
Posting Date:
August 2, 2011
Expiration Date:
August 31, 2011
Contact:
Zachary H. Atherton-Ely
Law Clerk/Staff Attorney
W9598 Highway 54 East Black River Falls, Wisconsin 54615 United States
http://www.ho-chunknation.com/?PageId=28
Resume Receipt:
Other (see below)
How to Apply:
Please send application materials to:
Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court
Attn: Hon. Amanda L. Rockman
Additional Documents:
Cover Letter, Unofficial Transcript, Writing Sample, Other Documents
Requested Document Notes:
Please include a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, writing sample and list of references with contact information.
ID:
20380
Monday, August 01, 2011
Tribal Court Training Program
The American Indian Law Center is working in collaboration with the University of New Mexico's Institute of Public Law and Southwest Indian Law Clinic to present the Tribal Court Training Program. The Tribal Court Training Program is a series of sessions specifically for Tribal Court Judges, Tribal Court Prosecutors, and Tribal Court Administrators/Clerks. The Registration form and Save the Date flyer for the Tribal Court Training Program is available at:
http://ailc-inc.org/PDF%20files/TCTraining%20-%20Admin-Clerks.pdf
http://ailc-inc.org/PDF%20files/TCTraining%20-%20Admin-Clerks.pdf
Monday, July 25, 2011
Job Posting - Deputy Prosecutor SRPMIC
Job Opportunity: Deputy Prosecutor SRPMIC
Description: Under general supervision of the Prosecutor, represents the Community in adult criminal matters and juvenile proceedings involving allegations of child dependency, incorrigibility, and juvenile offenses. This position is treated as an FLSA exempt position.
Closing Date/Time:Thu. 08/18/11 11:59 PM Arizona Time
Full Posting at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/srpmic/default.cfm
Description: Under general supervision of the Prosecutor, represents the Community in adult criminal matters and juvenile proceedings involving allegations of child dependency, incorrigibility, and juvenile offenses. This position is treated as an FLSA exempt position.
Closing Date/Time:Thu. 08/18/11 11:59 PM Arizona Time
Full Posting at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/srpmic/default.cfm
Friday, July 22, 2011
Job Posting - New Mexico Legal Aid
New Mexico Legal Aid
Staff Attorney-Santa Fe Office NMLA has an opening for a Staff Attorney in its Santa Fe Law Office. NMLA represents low-income individuals and families in a wide variety of poverty law areas including family law, housing, public benefits, consumer and Native American issues. Expectation is thatattorney will be active in local bar and community activities. NMLA seeks attorney to provide representation in domestic relations proceedings (with a focus in domestic violence),low income housing proceedings, tribal court matters, and other poverty law proceedings to low income persons. Work requires handling general poverty law cases, utilizing a computerized case management system, participating in community education and outreach to domestic violence victims and providers, to those in need of housing and other benefits,and participating in recruitment of pro bono attorneys. The position also includes work with Pueblo people on cases and matters involving Federal Indian and Tribal law issues, including representation of low income individuals in the northern Pueblo Courts. A percentage of the attorney’s time will be devoted to NMLA’s Native American Program issues.
Requirements:Candidates must possess excellent writing and oral communication skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, skills sufficient to implement an array of advocacy strategies,ability to manage a caseload, and the ability to build collaborative relationships within the community. Proficiency in Spanish is a plus. Reliable transportation required. New Mexico bar license is preferred.
Send letter of intent, resume, and two references to:
Gloria Molinar,
New Mexico Legal Aid, PO Box 25486, NM
87125-5486, or email jobs@nmlegalaid.org.
Salary: DOE; NMLA is an EEO/AA employer.
Deadline: July 30, 2011
Staff Attorney-Santa Fe Office NMLA has an opening for a Staff Attorney in its Santa Fe Law Office. NMLA represents low-income individuals and families in a wide variety of poverty law areas including family law, housing, public benefits, consumer and Native American issues. Expectation is thatattorney will be active in local bar and community activities. NMLA seeks attorney to provide representation in domestic relations proceedings (with a focus in domestic violence),low income housing proceedings, tribal court matters, and other poverty law proceedings to low income persons. Work requires handling general poverty law cases, utilizing a computerized case management system, participating in community education and outreach to domestic violence victims and providers, to those in need of housing and other benefits,and participating in recruitment of pro bono attorneys. The position also includes work with Pueblo people on cases and matters involving Federal Indian and Tribal law issues, including representation of low income individuals in the northern Pueblo Courts. A percentage of the attorney’s time will be devoted to NMLA’s Native American Program issues.
Requirements:Candidates must possess excellent writing and oral communication skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, skills sufficient to implement an array of advocacy strategies,ability to manage a caseload, and the ability to build collaborative relationships within the community. Proficiency in Spanish is a plus. Reliable transportation required. New Mexico bar license is preferred.
Send letter of intent, resume, and two references to:
Gloria Molinar,
New Mexico Legal Aid, PO Box 25486, NM
87125-5486, or email jobs@nmlegalaid.org.
Salary: DOE; NMLA is an EEO/AA employer.
Deadline: July 30, 2011
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