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Principal Legal Counsel and Department Manager
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Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (CRITFC)
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Title: Principal Legal Counsel and Department Manager
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Organiser: Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (CRITFC)
Description: CRITFC is seeking a highly skilled attorney and strategic leader to manage the Policy Development and Litigation Support Department (PDLSD). The Principal Legal Counsel will serve as the primary advisor on treaty rights, tribal sovereignty, environmental law, and natural resource priorities for member tribes including the Nez Perce, Umatilla, Warm Springs, and Yakama Nation. Key responsibilities include leading a team of attorneys, overseeing litigation support, and managing intergovernmental negotiations.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and an active bar membership in Washington, Oregon, or Idaho (or the ability to obtain one within a year). Requirements include a minimum of 10 years of experience as a practicing attorney and at least 5 years in a supervisory position. Expertise in Indian law and tribal sovereignty is essential.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid eligible)
Fees: None
Application Link: Click here to apply
Contact Information: Not specified
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (CRITFC)
Description: CRITFC is seeking a highly skilled attorney and strategic leader to manage the Policy Development and Litigation Support Department (PDLSD). The Principal Legal Counsel will serve as the primary advisor on treaty rights, tribal sovereignty, environmental law, and natural resource priorities for member tribes including the Nez Perce, Umatilla, Warm Springs, and Yakama Nation. Key responsibilities include leading a team of attorneys, overseeing litigation support, and managing intergovernmental negotiations.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and an active bar membership in Washington, Oregon, or Idaho (or the ability to obtain one within a year). Requirements include a minimum of 10 years of experience as a practicing attorney and at least 5 years in a supervisory position. Expertise in Indian law and tribal sovereignty is essential.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid eligible)
Fees: None
Application Link: Click here to apply
Contact Information: Not specified