Attorney, Indian Law Resource Center, Washington D.C. Office

Attorney, Indian Law Resource Center, Washington D.C. Office

Deadline: See website

Website: http://www.indianlaw.org/node/526
<http://www.indianlaw.org/node/526>



The Indian Law Resource Center is now considering applications for an
attorney position in the Washington, D.C. office. The attorney will
provide legal assistance to Indian and Alaska Native nations, including
Indian peoples in Mexico, Central and South America, in matters relating
to indigenous rights, sovereignty and international human rights,
environmental protection and the rights of Native women. The attorney
will play a role in carrying out all of the legal programs of the Indian
Law Resource Center.



In addition to legal work, the successful candidate will participate in
policy analysis, fund raising, communications activities and other
program work of the Center, and will assist in the general
administrative tasks of the Center. The attorney will work under the
supervision of the Executive Director and the Director of the Center's
Washington D.C. office and with the assistance of other Center attorneys
and professional staff.



Substantial knowledge and experience in areas of Indian and Alaska
Native affairs, federal Indian law, and indigenous legal issues are
required. Federal litigation experience and an understanding of
international fora are strongly preferred. Strong research and writing
skills and the ability to travel are required. The ability to read and
speak Spanish is strongly preferred. We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Native Americans, women, and all others are encouraged to
apply.



An applicant must be admitted to the bar in the United States or must be
qualified for admission within a reasonable time. Salary for the
position will depend on experience. Excellent benefits are provided.



Interested attorneys may apply by sending a cover letter, resume, law
school transcript, writing sample (exclusively your work), and list of
three references to Marilyn Richardson at mt@indianlaw.org
<mailto:mt@indianlaw.org>  or by mail to 602 N. Ewing St., Helena, MT
59601.

Tuesday, January 19, 2010