Jan 8, 2018 | Federal Indian Law, Small Business, Uncategorised
Introduction How federal environmental legislation promoted tribal-regional consolidation The 5 December 2016 Standing Rock Sioux Tribe v. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers appellate court ruling in favor of the Standing Rock Sioux tribe’s request for cease of construction...Apr 27, 2016 | Uncategorised
Did you know that Native American tribal governments, including the Navajo Nation, are not constitutional states or foreign entities, but “domestic dependent nations”? As such, these tribal governments retain many sovereign powers beyond the authority of the U.S....Apr 18, 2016 | Uncategorised
Engaging in commerce on the Navajo Nation can be very rewarding for your business, as the Navajo Nation can offer lower operating costs than are found in most metropolitan areas as well as access to labor and other resources. In order to conduct business activities on...Apr 4, 2016 | Uncategorised
How do you go about leasing the oil and gas resources that exist on tribal lands? It is a complicated process involving trust land issues and numerous federal laws relating to energy production. Consulting with a law firm experienced in protecting the rights of Native...Mar 7, 2016 | Uncategorised
For the Navajo people, creating a new business comes with many regulations, including staying in compliance with Navajo Nation Laws. Our attorney, Calvin Lee, is a Navajo who has dedicated his practice to serving First Nation people, and in negotiating the processes...Mar 2, 2016 | Uncategorised
Many First Nations people decide to start a tourism-related business for the benefit of their families, children, and to provide for future generations. The enterprise must be correctly registered under Indian, state and federal jurisdictions. Indian people who plan...