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Chemehuevi Tribe

CITC Tribal Court Judge

Laughlin, NV · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

TRIBAL COURT CHIEF JUDGE DEPARTMENT: TRIBAL COURT POSITION TYPE: ON CONTRACT ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Development of procedural standards for carrying out the Tribal ordinances, subject to ...

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Infographic showing various Tribal Court Judge job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $96,542 per year, or $46.4 per hour.

RFP: Tribal Court Judge

The National Congress of American Indians,

Presque Isle, ME • On-site

$70 - $110/hr

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Interested applicants must submit a proposal including:

Cover letter (indicating position of interest)

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Proof of licensure

Professional references

Submit Proposals To: Lisa Henderson, Compliance Officer, Mi'kmaq Nation, 7 Northern Rd, Presque Isle 04769

Tribal preference will be given in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

Job Description

The Mi'kmaq Nation is requesting proposals from qualified individuals to provide legal services for the following position:

Tribal Court Judge

This position supports the administration of justice within the Mi'kmaq Nation Tribal Court system. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to fair, impartial, and culturally responsive legal proceedings that respect Tribal sovereignty.

Skills & Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law
  • Relevant legal or judicial experience
Preferred
  • Experience with Tribal Courts or Indigenous communities
  • Experience with ICWA cases.
  • Knowledge of restorative or culturally informed justice practices
Additional Requirements
  • Adherence to professional legal ethics and confidentiality standards
  • Ability to work within Tribal Court procedures and schedules
  • Disclosure of any potential conflicts of interest
  • Willingness to undergo background and credential verification.
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