ONLINE
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
Empowering Attorneys, Advocates and Tribal Leaders
National and local experts provide the latest updates and guidance on legal and policy developments affecting Indian tribes, tribal businesses, tribal members and Indian lawyers.
Featuring 4 Special Guest Speakers
Nikki Borchardt Campbell
National American Indian Court Judges Association
Boulder, Colorado
Kathryn (Kate) E. Fort
Michigan State University College of Law
East Lansing, Michigan
Michael Hoenig
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
Washington, D.C.
Leonard R. Powell
Jenner & Block LLP
Washington, D.C.
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
CHECK-IN, BREAKFAST, MEET & GREET
9:00 – 9:10 a.m.
Prayer and Welcome
– Professor Forrest K. Tahdooahnippah, Conference Chair
9:10 – 10:25 a.m.
Analyzing the Impact of the Brackeen v. Haaland Decision in Minnesota and Beyond
– A. Nikki Borchardt Campbell, Professor Kathryn (Kate) E. Fort, Leonard R. Powell & Judge Colette Routel
10:25 – 10:35 a.m.
BREAK
10:35 – 11:05 a.m.
The 2023 Caselaw Update – Significant New Cases Indian Law Attorneys, Advocates, and Leaders Need to Know
– Professor Forrest K. Tahdooahnippah
11:05 – 11:50 a.m.
The 2023 Gaming and Governance Update – Emerging and Continuing Jurisdictional Issues
– Andrew Adams, III & Michael Hoenig
11:50 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
LUNCH (provided by Minnesota CLE)
Catered by Mazopiya
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
A View from the Tribal Court Bench – Traditional Law, Writing Decisions Without Relying on State Law, Deciding Cases of First Impression
– Judge Philip M. Brodeen, Chief Justice Angelique EagleWoman & Judge George W. Soule
2:00 – 2:05 p.m.
BREAK
2:05 – 3:05 p.m.
What to Do When Everyone Knows Each Other – Analyzing Ethics Issues and Conflicts of Interest in a Small Interconnected Community
1.0 ethics credit applied for
– Judge Shauna L. Coons, Susan M. Humiston & Chief Judge Mary Ringhand
– Judge Vanya S. Hogen (moderator)
3:05 – 3:15 p.m.
BREAK
3:15 – 4:15 p.m.
Planning Your Next Steps – Native American Lawyers Share Advice for Navigating Bias and Shaping a Fulfilling Career
1.0 elimination of bias credit applied for
Native American lawyers at various stages of practice discuss the bias and barriers Native American lawyers face, strategies and resources for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, increasing Native American representation at higher levels of leadership, and steps to take to create a fulfilling career.
– Patina K. Park, Jack G. Rice & Lani A. Rodgers
– GeWaden Dunkley (moderator)
4:15 – 5:00 p.m.
COMPLIMENTARY RECEPTION
Connect with friends and colleagues for a fun start to the weekend.
LIVE IN-PERSON
Friday, May 5, 2023
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall, Suite 370
Seventh Street & Nicollet Mall, Third Floor City Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
ONLINE REPLAY
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Attend online
A moderator will be available to answer questions by email.
$295 MSBA members
$295 MAIBA members
$295 paralegals
$345 standard rate
Other discounts that may apply:
Scholarships available!
Need-based scholarships are available for in-person and online seminars. For further information or to obtain a scholarship application, contact us at 800-759-8840 or customerservice@minncle.org.
Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 5.5 CLE credits, including 1.0 ethics credit and 1.0 elimination of bias credit. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 5.5 credits.
