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Here is the order in Grayson v. Citizenship Board (MCN Dist. Ct.): mcn dist. ct., order and opinion on appeal from citizenship board of the […]

Females of all ages in Indigenous communities are more prone to becoming victims of sex trafficking. In 2015, research found that an estimated 40 percent […]

Here: Michigan Brief.pdfDownload Tribes Amicus Brief.pdfDownload States Amicus Brief.pdfDownload 27-2.-FLOW-Amicus-Brief.pdfDownload

Amicus Briefs (also known as “friend of the court” briefs) in support of Nessel’s position were filed by 12 states and the District of Columbia, 63 Tribal […]

Here are the materials in Williams v. Big Picture Loans LLC (E.D. Va.): 1166 Williams MSJ.pdfDownload 1206 Opposition.pdfDownload 1241 Reply.pdfDownload 1406 DCT Order.pdfDownload Prior posts […]

Vanessa Racehorse and Anna Hohag have posted “Achieving Climate Justice Through Land Back: An Overview of Tribal Dispossession, Land Return Efforts, and Practical Mechanisms for […]

Here: Stitt Opening Brief.pdfDownload Creek Seminole Amicus Brief.pdfDownload Cherokee Chickasaw Choctaw Amicus Brief.pdfDownload Tulsa Brief.pdfDownload Stitt Reply.pdfDownload Creek Seminole Reply Brief.pdfDownload Cherokee Chickasaw Choctaw Reply […]

Here is the petition in Beccera v. Northern Arapaho Tribe: US v NAT Cert Petition.pdfDownload Question presented: Whether IHS must pay “contract support costs” not […]

The Government of Canada submitted a brief as amicus curiae to once again ask the Court to consider “Canada’s Treaty rights” by invoking the 1977 […]

In an interview with Paul G the Natives of the Apocalypse (NOTA) group shared their inspiring journey of creating indigenous theater. Comprising four talented Native […]

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California Native American Cultural Guide As one of the largest states in the country, California has a profound Native American heritage that spans the entire […]

Please join us either in person at the MSU Law School or via livestream. Register here October 9, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.Castle […]

Here is the complaint in Fort Belknap Indian Community Planning and Development Corp. v. Weddle (D. Mont.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 1-2 Exhibit A.pdfDownload 1-3 Exhibit B.pdfDownload […]

Here is the opinion in Swinomish Indian Community v. Lummi Nation. Briefs here. Lower court materials here.

November is a special month in America– Native American Heritage Month! This is a time to honor and recognize the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, […]

The NNALSA Moot Court competition will be hosted by the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana on February 23-24, 2024. […]

Here are the available materials in Pitoitua v. Gaube (Wash. Ct. App.): Opinion.pdfDownload Respondent’s Brief.PDFDownload

Here are the materials in Pueblo of Pojoaque v. Biedsheid (D.N.M.): 18 Amended Complaint.pdfDownload 36-1 Buffalo Thunder MSJ.pdfDownload 41 Peña Opposition.pdfDownload 43 Biedsheid Opposition.pdfDownload 44 […]

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Quillwork, an ancient and intricate craft deeply rooted in Native American culture, has fascinated artisans and enthusiasts for generations. The timeless beauty of this art […]

Killers of the Flower Moon, an Apple Original Film set to be released in October 2024 stars Native American actress and breakout star, Lily Gladstone. […]

Here are the materials in In re Subpoena of Kenney (D. Mass.): 3 Motion to Quash Subpoena 13 Response 18 Reply 39 Magistrate Order

Here is the opinion in United States v. Britt. Briefs: Britt Brief US brief Reply

The undersigned Tribal and First Nations submitted a petition to the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination to urge the Committee to examine the […]

Arizona Native American Travel Guide When you think of Arizona, images of the Grand Canyon, the red rocks of Sedona, or the Sonoran Desert might […]

Ready for another giveaway? Our September(ish) giveaway will run until October 15, 2023. Thanks again to our friends at Eighth Generation for their partnership!  This […]

2023 OBA ILS Bill Rice Scholarshp Flyer v.1 Multiple $2,000-$5,000 scholarships for law students intending to practice Indian law in Oklahoma. Applications due October 13th.

In the film, “War Pony,” we follow along with two young men as they navigate life in a questionable world. Their world on Pine Ridge […]

Here are the materials in Winnemucca Indian Colony v. United States (Fed. Cl.): 22 First Amended Complaint.pdfDownload 23 US Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 25 Response.pdfDownload 28 […]

In a world brimming with diverse cultures and rich heritage, there are few experiences as enlightening and enriching as immersing oneself in the traditions and […]

Here are (many of the) materials in Preciado v. Great Wolf Lodge (D. Ariz.): 1 Complaint 23 Motion to Dismiss Tribe Defendants 24 Motion to […]

Briefs here.

I’m excited to share my recent adventure with you, as we embarked on a journey to the enchanting city of San Francisco. Our mission? To […]

Adam Crepelle and Ilia Murtazashvili have posted “Artificial Intelligence on Indian Reservations in the United States: Prospects and Challenges” on SSRN. Here is the abstract: […]

The Uniform Law Commission is seeking to consult with tribes regarding the need and/or benefit of a uniform ICWA law for those states that either […]

In a recent episode of the Pow Wow Life podcast, host Paul Gowder interviewed Byron Graves, an Ojibwe and Lakota author from the Red Lake […]

The Walt Disney Company has played a major role in advancing the lives of young Native Americans, mainly through funding a generous scholarship that was […]

Here are the materials so far in Sichenzia Ross Ference LLP v. Skull Valley Band of Goshute Indians of Utah (S.D. N.Y.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 7 […]

Over the last week, I’ve put together a (large, clunky) Google sheets of all the state ICWA laws. It isn’t perfect and subject to change […]

Recent Hollywood hits like Oppenheimer, Barbie, and Marvel movies create worlds where many see themselves and can relate to the characters and storyline.  However, the […]

Here is a link to the tribal resolution setting the referendum vote.

Nestled in the heart of Marin County, California, Muir Woods stands as a testament to the ages. Known for its towering redwoods, it’s a site […]

Here are the materials in Williams v. Harpe: Application for Certificate of Appealability CA10 Order

Here is the opinion in Harris v. First Management Services LLC (N.D. Ill.): DCT Order.pdfDownload Briefs when PACER stops being a punk.

New giveaway for August 2023 and new ways to play this time! You can spin the wheel below for a chance at a prize.  You […]

Here. Summary: The Department of the Interior (Department) is finalizing updates to its regulations governing the process for pursuing administrative review of actions by Indian […]

Here is the order in Becker v. Ute Indian Tribe. Lower court materials here.

Here are the materials in Skull Valley Health Care LLC v. NorStar Consultants (D. Utah): 2 Notice of Removal to Federal Court.pdfDownload 2-4 State Court […]

Recently the Washington Post published a long article on the issues in the Office of Solicitor General regarding their lack of diversity in hiring. This […]

Unraveling Misconceptions: The Organization of Powwows If you’re new to powwows or have been to a few, you may wonder about the ins and outs […]

Here are the materials in United States v. Kills Warrior (D.S.D.): 1 Indictment.pdfDownload 36 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 38 Government Opposition.pdfDownload 40 Magistrate Order.pdfDownload 41 Objection.pdfDownload […]

When Reese Witherspoon isn’t busy turning best-selling books into movies, like “Where the Crawdads Sing”, she’s bringing the competitive world of surfing right into our […]

Nicholas Stamates has posted “The Aftermath of McGirt and Castro-Huerta: Problems and Possible Solutions relating to White Collar Crime in the City of Tulsa,” recently […]

Here is the order in Narragansett Indian Tribe v. Pollack (D.D.C.): 39 DCT Order.pdfDownload

Here is the order in Shoshone-Bannock Tribes v. Vanir Construction Management Inc. (D. Idaho): 21 Magistrate Order.pdfDownload Briefs here.

Here is the complaint in Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa v. The 3M Company (D.S.C.): fond-du-lac-band-of-lake-superior-chippewa-v.-3m-company-the-et-al-1Download

Here is the unpublished opinion. Briefs: Opening Brief.pdfDownload NIGC Answer Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload Lower court materials here.

The tribal child custody case here has received a lot of social media attention with very few details. The case is in Selawik Tribal Court. […]

Here is the unpublished opinion in Villasenor v. Torres-Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians. The tribe’s brief: Tribe Answer Brief.pdfDownload

Here is the unpublished opinion in Western Watersheds Project v. McCullough. And same for the Bartell Ranch/Burns Paiute case. Selected briefs: Burns Paiute Brief.PDFDownload Western […]

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Here: Includes: • An overview of the U.S. Supreme Court opinion in Oklahoma v. Castro-Huerta. • An interview with Tom Tremaine, a retired tribal court judge […]

Here are the materials in Turpen v. Muckleshoot Tribal Court (W.D. Wash.): 45 Turpen Motion for Summary J.pdfDownload 46 Tribe Opposition.pdfDownload 47 Turpen Reply.pdfDownload 49 […]

Angela R. Riley has published “Before Mine!: Indigenous Property Rights for Jagenagenon,” a review of Michael Heller and James Salzman’s book, “Mine!: How the Hidden Rules […]

Angelique EagleWoman has posted “The Capitalization of ‘Tribal Nations’ and the Decolonization of Citation, Nomenclature, and Terminology in the United States,” recently published in the […]

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Here is the opinion in Santa Monica Development Co. v. Gabrielino-Tongva Tribe: Unpublished Opinion.PDFDownload

It’s an older case, from back in April, but here are the materials in Gilliland v. Barteaux (N.D. Okla.): 1 Habeas Petition.pdfDownload 9 Motion to […]

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Here is the amended complaint in White Mountain Apache Tribe v. Su (D.D.C.): 38 Second Amended Complaint.pdfDownload

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Here is the opinion in State of Kansas ex rel. Kobach v. Dep’t of the Interior. Briefs here.

Calling all film enthusiasts: If you’re searching for a captivating cinematic experience that dives into the Indigenous American culture, look no further! While Native people […]

Here is the opinion in Mestek v. Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center: CA7 Opinion.pdfDownload Materials here.

Here is the opinion in Hooper v. City of Tulsa. Briefs here and here. Substitute Hooper for Haley and Oklahoma for United States.

Are Pow Wows Open to the Public? The short answer is absolutely yes! Pow Wows are vibrant celebrations of Native American culture that showcase traditional […]

Alyssa Couchie has published “ReBraiding Frayed Sweetgrass for Niijaansinaanik: Understanding Canadian Indigenous Child Welfare Issues as International Atrocity Crimes” in the Michigan Journal of International […]

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, the Supreme Court released their opinion in Haaland v. Brackeen and Indian tribes across the nation breathed a collective sigh […]

Here are the materials in Corrales v. California Gambling Control Commission: Unpublished Opinion.PDFDownload Jaune Smith Briefs: Corrales Opening Brief.pdfDownload State Brief.pdfDownload Corrales Reply.pdfDownload

This year’s conference will take place October 2-3, 2023, at Graton Resort & Casino located near San Francisco, CA. Registration is now open and available […]

Communications Coordinator Position Summary The College of Law Indigenous Law & Policy Center (ILPC) welcomes candidates who have a passion for working in a context […]

Here is the opinion: CA10 Opinion.pdfDownload Briefs: McGirt Opening Brief.pdfDownload Government’s Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload

Here are the materials in Unkechaug Indian Nation v. New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation (E.D. N.Y.): Briefs here. 120 DCT Order.pdfDownload Jaune Smith

On June 15th, The United States Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the highly anticipated Haaland v. Brackeen case. The litigation involving three foster families, Texas, four […]

Ex re Delaware Tribe v. Hon. Nowicki-Eldridge This is, as you might imagine, a description of a mess where the West Virginia agency never contacted […]

Here is the cursory, bloodless opinion in Mound v. United States. Briefs here. Lower court materials here. An excerpt: In 2014, the Tribe identified a culvert—a […]

I’m ready for summer! Let’s celebrate summer and Pow Wow season with a giveaway. Thanks to our friends at Eighth Generation for providing the prizes! […]

Here. Apparently, I sometimes make this face when someone says “Yoda.”

The Native American communities of the United States have been a fundamental part of the country’s culture, history, and economy. Throughout the years, many of […]

On June 8, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States in Allen v Milligan upheld the lower court’s determination that the newly adopted Alabama congressional maps […]

The long-awaited 2023 James Beard Award took place on June 5th The ceremony honors for American hospitality by celebrating a wide pool of diverse and […]

Here are the materials in In re: North Dakota Legislative Assembly: Opinion Petition for Writ of Mandamus Turtle Mountain Opposition The underlying case is here.

Basketball betting can be a fun way to enjoy your favorite sport. However, like any form of sports wagering, it takes skill, knowledge and strategy […]

Here are the materials in In re Klamath Irrigation District: Opinion Petition for Writ of Mandamus.pdfDownload BOR Response.pdfDownload

Here: Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload Ordering Denying Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload Article here.

Michael D. O. Rusco has posted “Oklahoma v. Castro-Huerta, Jurisdictional Overlap, Competitive Sovereign Erosion, and The Fundamental Freedom of Native Nations,” recently published in the […]

Here are the materials in Brooks v. Burnham (W.D. Va.): 19 Amended Complaint.pdfDownload 26 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 30 Opposition.pdfDownload 31 Reply.pdfDownload 49 Defendants Supplemental Brief.pdfDownload […]

Next opinion day is June 8. While we wait for Brackeen, I wanted to highlight this story from Colorado, where the Office of Respondent Parents’ […]

Justin E. Brooks has published “Two Countries in Crisis: Man Camps and the Nightmare of Non- Indigenous Criminal Jurisdiction in the United States and Canada” […]

Here is the opinion in McGill v. Rankin. Available brief here: McGill Brief.PDFDownload We don’t post many of these post-McGirt prisoner cases, but this is […]

Next opinion release day from the Supreme Court will be June 1. While not required by law, it is traditional for the Court to release […]

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Here is the order in United States v. Michigan. Briefs: Coalition Brief.pdfDownload Federal Brief.pdfDownload State Brief.pdfDownload Sault Tribe Brief.pdfDownload Coalition Reply.pdfDownload

United States’ Motion to Dismiss Amended ComplaintsDownload Tribal Nations Motion to DismissDownload Individual Plaintiffs’ OppositionDownload Garfield County Plaintiffs OppositionDownload SUWA Intervenors ReplyDownload Tribal Nation ReplyDownload […]

Here. Link to the opinion here.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) games have captivated American fans for decades with its unique blend of athleticism and entertainment. From the high-flying dunks to […]

High school graduate Lena’ Black, an enrolled member of the Otoe-Missouria Tribe and of Osage descent, filed a lawsuit on May 15, 2023, against the Broken […]

Native American players have made significant contributions to the National Basketball Association (NBA) since its founding. Native Americans have been a vital part of the […]

Here: Klamath Irrigation District Cert Petition.pdfDownload Question presented: Whether Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 19 requires dismissal of an action challenging a federal agency’s use […]

The post AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald Calls for Support for Communities Affected by Wildfires in British Columbia and Alberta appeared first on Assembly of […]

Here are the materials so far in Shoshone-Bannock Tribes v. Vanir Construction Management, Inc. 1 Notice of Removal.pdfDownload 1-2 State Court Complaint.pdfDownload 3 Tribal Court […]

Sarah Deer has published “Feminist Jurisprudence in Tribal Courts: An Untapped Opportunity” in the Yale Journal of Law and Feminism. An excerpt: What if every […]

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With the advent of digitization, online bingo has become one of the most popular online casino games, and for good reason. It’s simple to understand, […]

Here are the materials in State of Oklahoma v. Brester: OCCA Decision.pdfDownload Appellant Brief.pdfDownload Appellee Brief.pdfDownload Miami and Ottawa Tribes Amicus Brief.pdfDownload Peoria Tribe Amicus […]

Here are the materials in Dakota Metal Fabrication v. Parisien (D.N.D.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 1-3 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 6 Response.pdfDownload 9 Reply.pdfDownload 21 DCT Order.pdfDownload

Here: Current Issue: Volume 11, Issue 2 (2023) Articles PDF Toward a Tribal Role in Groundwater ManagementAlexandra Fay PDF Change by Drips and Drabs or […]

Here is the announcement.

The post AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald attends coronation of King Charles III appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Paul McBeth is a professional disc golfer with more than 10 major tournament wins including 6 World Championships.  McBeth created a foundation to help grow […]

Here are the materials so far in Mashkikii-Boodawaaning (Medicine Fireplace) v. Chippewa Valley Valley Agency Ltd. (W.D. Wis.): 11 First Amended Complaint.pdfDownload 14 Motion to […]

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Here are the available materials in United States v. Peneaux (D.S.D.): 31 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 38 DCT Order.pdfDownload An excerpt from the order: Federal law […]

  Pendleton started weaving the ‘trade blankets’ for the Native Americans sometime in the mid to late 1800s. Its operations were spearheaded by Joe Rawnsley, […]

The Sovereignty Symposium is a national event held for the past 35 years in Oklahoma to provide a forum in which ideas concerning common legal […]

The post AFN BULLETIN – United Nations Water Conference 2023 appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Have you shopped Etsy lately?   Etsy has become an excellent place for Indigenous creators to sell their goods!  You can find shirts, stickers, beadwork, ribbon […]

Nasrin Camilla Akbari has published “The Gladue Approach: Addressing Indigenous Overincarceration Through Sentencing Reform” in the NYU Law Review. PDF Here is the abstract: In […]

Here is the opinion in Upper Skagit Indian Tribe v. Sauk-Suiatte Indian Tribe. Briefs and so on here. Jaune Smith — it’s as if I […]

Congratulations to your new Miss Indian World! Tori McConnell Yurok and Karuk Tribes of Northwestern California Eureka, California This Miss Indian World Pageant is the […]

2023 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow North America’s Largest Pow Wow April 27-29, 2023 Powwow Grounds Expo New Mexico/Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque, NM, U.S.A. Countdown to […]

Here are the available materials in HCI Distributing v. Hilgers (formerly Peterson) (D. Neb.): 124 HCI Motion for Summary J.pdfDownload 184 DCT Order.pdfDownload Prior post […]

Here is the opinion in Yellow Kidney v. Montana Office of Public Instruction: Order – Order Denying Motion To Dismiss.pdfDownload Briefs here.

Here is the opinion IN THE MATTER OF S.J.W. This is a truly unfortunate opinion with absurdly weak analysis that extends the reasoning in Castro-Huerta […]

Opinion here: N00009406PUB At Fed Bar this year, I spoke about concerns regarding the definition of an Indian child for the purposes of ICWA when […]

Here are the materials in MHA Nation v. Dept. of the Interior: Opinion North Dakota Opening Brief.pdfDownload Federal Answer Brief.pdfDownload North Dakota Opening Brief.pdfDownload Reply.pdfDownload

We’ve all heard of Mr. Beast, the generous king of YouTube. Jimmy Donaldson has a massive following on the platform in recent years due to […]

Here are the materials in Alturas Indian Rancheria v. Newsom (E.D. Cal.): 10-1 California Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 25 Rancheria Motion for Summary.pdfDownload 31 California Reply.pdfDownload […]

Here. Title: Arizona v. Navajo Nation, U.S. Supreme Court Oral Argument Debrief Date/Time: April 20, 2023, 12–1 pm Mountain Time. Registration link: https://americanbar.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-uprDgtHNJdop7wBRttqIpyu3j9-Xw2#/registration Description: Last month, the U.S. […]

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A group of students in an Inuit middle school and their teacher invented a number system called “Kaktovik numerals, which looked and functioned differently from […]

Shea Esterling has published “The Journey Home: The Repatriation of the Maaso Kova” with the American Society of International Law.

Bethany Berger has posted “Intertribal: The Unheralded Element in Indigenous Wildlife Sovereignty,” forthcoming in the Harvard Environmental Law Review, on SSRN. Here is the abstract: […]

The post AFN Affirms Support for First Nations’ Assertion of Rights in Treaty 9 Legal Action on Cumulative Impacts appeared first on Assembly of First […]

Tony Hawk is the most famous skateboarder ever!  He has sold thousands of boards and has his name on a popular video game. Recently, Hawk […]

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Submit materials to the form on https://www.indigenouslawconference.com/cfp by April 23, 2023. 

For Native Americans, feathers are sacred items with deep religious and cultural significance. Owning feathers is a way of connecting with their heritage and traditions. But […]

Here are the materials so far in Pollard v. Johnson (W.D. Wis.): 26 Amended Complaint.pdfDownload 28 Brief ISO Mot Prelim Injunct.pdfDownload 29 Prop Finding of […]

from the Project: On April 11th, The Implementation Project will be hosting our annual preparation event focused on preparing for the UN Permanent Forum on […]

If you cannot attend this event in person, we now have a virtual link! You can watch it virtually here: https://vimeo.com/event/3271405

Seeking Indigenous people who have given birth to participate in a research study to learn about your stories and experiences with feeding your baby. Angie […]

As we continue through 2023, the Michigan State University College of Law Indigenous Law & Policy Center invites you to join us in reflecting upon […]

The International Folklore Festival of Fribourg (RFI) is located in the city of Fribourg, Switzerland. Founded in 1973, the RFI is the oldest and most […]

The post AFN and Caring Society announce revised Final Settlement Agreement to compensate First Nations children and families appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Here: Lexington Opening Brief.pdfDownload Suquamish Answer Brief.pdfDownload Reply TK. Lower court materials here.

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The post AFN RESPONSE TO THE VATICAN’S REPUDIATION OF THE DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY appeared first on Assembly of First Nations.

Trevor Reed has posted “Restorative Justice for Indigenous Culture,” forthcoming in the UCLA Law Review, on SSRN. Here is the abstract: One still unresolved aspect […]

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Gathering of Nations Pow Wow is the largest Pow Wow in North America.   The Pow Wow is held the last weekend of April in Albuquerque, […]

Here is the complaint in Seneca-Cayuga Nation v. Drummond (N.D. Okla.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload Maybe time for some burn barrel protesting.

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Briefs here. En banc stage amicus briefs here.

Here is “Justices appear divided over Navajo Nation’s water rights.” Background materials on the case are here. According to the U.S., this area is entitled only […]

Here is today’s order list. The denied petition is Sulgrove v. Spokane Indian Tribe. Lower court materials here. This has nothing to do with this […]

Join us Wednesday, April 12th at noon in LAW 101, or on Zoom. Amy Cordalis, Director/Founder of Ridges to Riffles Indigenous Conservation Group, will give the lecture The […]

Stage 49 features Indigenous Traditional and Contemporary artists in the following genres: Rock, Blues, Reggae, Hip Hop, Country, Jam Bands, Dance, and much more! Don’t […]

Here is the opinion in State of Alaska v. Federal Subsistence Board. Briefs here.

One of your favorite Marvel series, “What If…?”  has now come with season 2, which will have 9 episodes. In fact, season 2 is set […]

Here are the materials in United States v. English (D. Colo.): 1 Indictment 33 Joint Memorandum in Support of Plea Agreement 36 Magistrate Minute Order: […]

Michael K. Velchik & Jeffery Y. Zhang have published “Restoring Indian Reservation Status: An Empirical Analysis” in the Yale Journal on Regulation. PDF I posted […]

In this step-by-step tutorial from Wandering Bull, you will learn the beautiful art of quillwork, a traditional Native American craft. Our instructor will guide you […]

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Walt Disney recently released a trailer for its new live-action update of the 1953 classic Peter Pan & Wendy. The movie will feature Alyssa Wapanatâhk, […]

Here are the materials in Stinson Lumber Co. v. Coeur d’Alene Tribe (D. Idaho): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 21 Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 25 Opposition.pdfDownload 26 Reply.pdfDownload 32 […]

Here is the order in Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians v. Haaland (D.D.C.): 106-dct-orderDownload Briefs here.

Are you familiar with the Native American Chicken Dance? No, this is not the corny chicken dance people do at skating rinks and school dances. […]

North America’s Largest Pow Wow April 27-29, 2023 Powwow Grounds Expo New Mexico/Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque, NM, U.S.A. Gathering of Nations is the largest Pow Wow […]

Seth E. Montgomery has published “ICRA’s Exclusionary Rule” in the Boston University Law Review. The abstract: The Fourth Amendment does not limit the actions of […]

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The Gathering of Nations Pow Wow is the largest Pow Wow of the year!   I’m excited to head back to Albuquerque, New Mexico again this […]

Here are the materials so far in Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa v. Cummins (D. Minn.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 36 PolyMet Motion to […]

https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2023/02/24/james-abourezk-senator-dakota-dies/ Senator James Abourezk passed away on Friday. He was 92 years old. He was the first chair of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. […]

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Briefs: Motion for Attorney Fees Opposition Reply Prior post here.

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By now, most of us have heard of some university or corporation having a land acknowledgment ceremony but what exactly is land acknowledgment? According to […]

DALL-E’s interpretation of “tribal sovereign immunity” Here is the order in Maverick Gaming LLC v. United States (W.D. Wash.): 98-dct-orderDownload Briefs here.

You can buy it here. In Defense of SovereigntyProtecting the Oneida Nation’s Inherent Right to Self-DeterminationRebecca M. WebsterForeword by Richard MonetteWith contributions by James R. […]

VAWA Roundtable Discussion: Sentencing and the Value of a Pre-Sentence Report in Tribal Courts March 8, 2023 on Zoom Webinar 11-4pm ET | 10 -3pm […]

For thousands of years, humans have lived as one with nature, creating a meaningful and essential connection with the land, sea, and sky. Historically, Native […]

KEYNOTE: MICHAEL-COREY HINTON, LEADER OF THE TRIBAL NATIONS PRACTICE GROUP AT DRUMMOND WOODSUM AND CITIZEN OF THE PASSAMAQUODDY TRIBE (SIPAYIK). This is a significant moment […]

Tamera Begay has published “A Day in the Life of a Tribal Prosecutor” in the January/February issue of the Federal Lawyer [starts on page 14]. […]

Speaking and writing in code is not a novel experience for Native Americans. Symbolism and language are a huge part of Indigenous culture, and historically, […]

Join Paul G for an interview with several members of the Native American Women Warriors.   Native American Women Warriors (NAWW) encourages recognition for Native […]

Wakonda Forever! Black Panther became a major hit shortly after its release in 2018 and got us all hooked. From its writing to directing and […]

Gregory Ablavsky and W. Tanner Allread have posted “We the (Native) People?: How Indigenous Peoples Debated the U.S. Constitution,” forthcoming in the Columbia Law Review, […]

The post AFN CALLS ON THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TO TAKE ACTION TO SUPPORT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MORE MARINE INDIGENOUS PROTECTED AND CONSERVED AREAS appeared […]

‘Fancy Dance’ is a much-needed masterpiece that tells the story of an Indigenous woman who goes missing and those left behind. The data on murdered […]

Noelle N. Wyman has published “Native Voting Power: Enhancing Tribal Sovereignty in Federal Elections” (PDF) in the Yale Law Journal. Here is the abstract: Members […]

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Ah, Valentine’s Day is just around the bend, and love is in the air! Pink, red, and white cover each store aisle, sparkly ads on […]

Over the past few weeks, a number of states have been considering state ICWA laws. I’m keeping the bills updated here, along with their current […]

A.J.B. and O.F., Petitioners, v. MONTANA EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT GALLATIN COUNTY (2023) FindLaw I won’t lie, guys, I had to read this one multiple […]

The Cherokee Nation is the largest of three Cherokee-recognized tribes in the US. Recently, dreams came true for the 48-year-old Oklahoma Cherokee citizen and school […]

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Whether it be stereotypical, savage-looking images, prejudiced names, or how stadiums fill up with fans with red-painted faces participating in gestures related to hostility, Native […]

It’s been a terrible last few weeks in Indian law — two of the most accomplished, passionate, and delightful Native men I have ever met […]

The post AFN BULLETIN – February 3, 2023 – AFN calls for urgent and transformative climate action led by Indigenous Peoples following COP27: UN Climate […]

Grease is a romance movie that has won our hearts ever since its release. But what is more exciting is an all-Indigenous production of the […]

The post AFN BULLETIN – February 2, 2023 – Elevating First Nations’ leadership to address biodiversity loss at COP15: UN Convention on Biological Diversity 2022 […]

Over 20 years ago, Brock Mitchell captured a photo of his skateboarder friend, Kyle Young Pine. The black and white photo later became a blueprint […]

The post ASSEMBLY OF FIRST NATIONS BULLETIN – January 31, 2023 – Repeal and Replacement of the Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act (SDWFNA) […]

Lots of lawyers making money on what appears to be utterly farcical litigation. Here are the updated materials in United States v. Michigan (W.D. Mich.): […]

The Michigan State Law Review Forum has published my short article, “Due Process and Equal Protection in Michigan Anishinaabe Courts.” Check it out.

Here is the opinion in Alturas Indian Rancheria v. Bernhardt. Briefs and lower court materials here.

We are proud of Nicole Aunapu Mann, the first Native American NASA astronaut to go for a spacewalk. She, alongside Koichi Wakata of Japan, was […]

Here are the materials so far in Hanson v. Parisien (D.N.D.): 1 Complaint.pdfDownload 3-1 Tribal Motion to Dismiss.pdfDownload 6 Hanson Response to MTD.pdfDownload 8 Hanson […]

In the earlier half of January, the University of Mary became the subject of an online stir when it prohibited the Native American practice of […]

The 2023 American Indian Justice Conference (AIJC) is planned for May 3-4, 2023 in Reno, NV. The conference planners for this event are the National Criminal Justice […]

Sports are powerful. They unleash a high-spirited side unknown to most of us, create heartfelt stories that spark changes in the community, and shed light […]

Angela Riley & Sarah Glenn Thompson have posted “Mapping Dual Sovereignty and Double Jeopardy in Indian Country Crimes,” recently published in the Columbia Law Review, […]

Here is the cert petition in Sulgrove v. Spokane Tribe: Sulgrove Petition.pdfDownload Here are the questions presented: Whether landowners, whose water use was exempted from […]

Here is the order in JLLJ Development LLC v. Kewadin Casinos Gaming Authority (Mich. Cir. Ct.): ex-parte-temp.-restr.-order-filedDownload Prior post here.

The University of Michigan has a complicated history with Native American communities, which were vital to its very existence. Join us for a discussion with Bethany […]

Supreme Court Update on Indian Law Co-Sponsored by the State Bar of Arizona and the State Bar’s Indian Law Section January 18, 2023, 12:00-1:00 MST […]

It is with great pleasure to announce the Indian Law Clinic at MSU received an initial $200,000 to fund a Tribal Appellate Clerk Project from […]

Here is the order. Cert stage briefs here.

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