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The National Congress of American Indians,

RFP: Tribal Court Judge

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A Judge oversees the legal process in court cases. Interprets law, advises jurors during trials, writes opinions and decisions, and gives verdicts in cases decided without a jury. May decide on a sentence for the defendant in a criminal case, or liability of a defendant in a civil case; may facilitate negotiations between parties in a dispute. Works in a county, state or federal court system.

$119,927 / year median in Maine

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary Interested applicants must submit a proposal including:

Cover letter (indicating position of interest)Resume or Curriculum VitaeProof of licensureProfessional references
Submit Proposals To:
Lisa Henderson, Compliance Officer, Mi'kmaq Nation, 7 Northern Rd, Presque Isle 04769Tribal preference will be given in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

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

Tribal Court JudgeThis 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 & QualificationsMinimum QualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolActive license to practice lawRelevant legal or judicial experiencePreferredExperience with Tribal Courts or Indigenous communitiesExperience with ICWA cases.

Knowledge of restorative or culturally informed justice practicesAdditional RequirementsAdherence to professional legal ethics and confidentiality standardsAbility to work within Tribal Court procedures and schedulesDisclosure of any potential conflicts of interestWillingness to undergo background and credential verification.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description Interested applicants must submit a proposal including:

Cover letter (indicating position of interest)Resume or Curriculum VitaeProof of licensureProfessional references
Submit Proposals To:
Lisa Henderson, Compliance Officer, Mi'kmaq Nation, 7 Northern Rd, Presque Isle 04769Tribal preference will be given in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

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

Tribal Court JudgeThis 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 & QualificationsMinimum QualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolActive license to practice lawRelevant legal or judicial experiencePreferredExperience with Tribal Courts or Indigenous communitiesExperience with ICWA cases.

Knowledge of restorative or culturally informed justice practicesAdditional RequirementsAdherence to professional legal ethics and confidentiality standardsAbility to work within Tribal Court procedures and schedulesDisclosure of any potential conflicts of interestWillingness to undergo background and credential verification.#J-18808-Ljbffr