Attorney (Deputy or Sr. Deputy Solicitor General)

*SUMMARY:*Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.Attorney provides direct representation and advice to various government departments; manages a case load at all stages of litigation involving extensive courtroom work primarily in child welfare matters in both Tribal and State court; prepares legal opinions, memoranda and other legal documents; performs legal research and general contract review; and assists in statutory review and drafting.*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:* Advise Band executive staff, legislative staff, and the Solicitor General on the interpretation, application, and enforcement of laws and regulations.* Assist in the representation of the Band in civil actions brought by or against the Band, on all legal issues and at functions related to assigned responsibilities.* Prepare and present cases in the Band's judicial system, especially in child protection cases.* Review drafts of laws, rules, and regulations affecting Band operations and administration, including government contracts review.* Assist in drafting legislation and reviewing proposed legislation.* Assure that other divisions within the Band are updated on pertinent legal issues.* Ability to plan, assigns, and/or supervises the work of others.* Senior Deputy assumes a visible leadership role including coordinating research or administrative projects, demonstrating a higher level of drafting or advising on various contractual agreements, and acting as a mentor sharing knowledge and assisting the professional development of less experienced Deputies.* Other duties as assigned.*QUALIFICATIONS:** Graduate of an American Bar Association approved law school with a J.D. degree.* Member in good standing with the State Bar of Minnesota, if presently licensed within the jurisdiction.* Must possess a license to practice law in the State of Minnesota, and therefore must present either the above-referenced Certificate of Good Standing or a copy of a completed and pending Application for Admission to the Bar of Minnesota.* Knowledge or experience in American Indian law and court systems preferred but will train. Senior Deputy must possess a minimum of five (5) years of such experience or seven (7) years of licensed practice.* Legal and native cultural principles or practices and knowledge or experience in child protection matters a plus.* Experience in conducting hearings, preparing opinions and briefs, and preparing cases for trial a plus.* Ability to communicate effectively and persuade or lead others.* Personal computer skills in a Windows environment.* Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable under the Band's Auto Insurance Policy. xijylhu * *Must pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background check.*Job Type: Full-timePay: $80,000.00 - $160,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Vision insuranceWork Location: Hybrid remote in Onamia, MN 56359

Created: 2025-12-14