VISION
To provide exemplary legal services to preserve and advance Nez Perce sovereignty.
GOALS
Together we seek to: protect treaty rights now and forever; advance the Nez Perce Tribe's mission; proactively assess issues affecting tribal sovereignty; promote the Nez Perce Tribe's image; and maintain and improve the quality of the office.
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
The Office of Legal Counsel is responsible for representing the Nez Perce Tribe in all legal matters. The office provides representation in all lawsuits and administrative proceedings, provides advice and input on daily issues, reviews and drafts contracts, coordinates and monitors legislative matters, reviews and advises on revisions to the Code, handles media relations, and reviews key documents..
STAFF
Julie Kane, Managing Attorney
David Cummings, Staff Attorney
Heidi Gudgell, Staff Attorney
Ryan Sudbury, Staff Attorney
Darren Williams, Staff Attorney
Marlene Trumbo, Legal Assistant
Lori F. Picard, Legal Secretary
Paulette Smith, Legal Secretary
PROGRAM COMPONENTS
Legal
Legislative
Code Drafting/Review
Media
Policy Review/Development
CONTACT INFORMATION
Lapwai 208-843-7355 PHONE 208-843-7377 FAX
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