Attorney - Tribal Law

Job Title:Attorney – Tribal Law
Company:Cedar Tree Native Law LLP
Location:Omaha, NE
Job Type:Full-Time

Cedar Tree Native Law LLP is a majority Native American and woman-owned law firm focused exclusively on serving tribal nations and Native communities. We advocate for tribal sovereignty, economic justice, natural resource protection, and Indigenous self-determination. If you’re looking for meaningful work that supports tribal governments and their communities, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking a mission-driven Attorney to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys varied and meaningful work, and wants to support tribal nations and organizations across a wide range of legal needs.

• Conduct legal research and draft clear, practical memoranda on a variety of tribal governance and program issues.
• Draft, review, and revise contracts, policies, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents.
• Analyze correspondence, agreements, and client materials to identify issues and recommend actions.
• Provide ongoing legal advice to tribal governments, departments, and enterprises.
• Participate in client meetings, project planning, and interdepartmental work sessions.
• Assist with preparation for tribal court or administrative proceedings as needed.
• Occasionally travel to client sites for meetings, trainings, and project work.

• Licensed attorney in good standing.
• 3 (three) + years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Experience working with tribal governments and/or federal Indian law or tribal law.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment and meet billable hours requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working directly with clients.
• Willingness to travel to client locations.

• Experience drafting policies, ordinances, or legal memoranda.
• Detail-oriented, efficient in time and project management.
• Litigation or tribal court experience is a plus but not required.

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Quarterly bonuses tied to billable hours goals
• Health, dental, vision, and group life insurance
• FSA plan
• Employee wellness subsidy program
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and unlimited PTO
• Mission-driven, supportive workplace

Submit the following materials to

• Resume and cover letter
• Legal writing sample (excerpts from a brief, motion, or memorandum are acceptable; please redact confidential information)
• Two professional references