November 1999

Free CLE Training for the Statewide Native American Pro Bono Panel

Two years ago, legal services and pro bono services programs serving low-income clients collaborated in launching a new statewide Native American Pro Bono Panel to provide much-needed representation for low-income Native American families and individuals.

The second training program for volunteer attorneys who may wish to become involved with the panel will be held in December. The training is open to both current volunteers and newcomers with an interest in Native American Law. The training program is free and will carry CLE credits (number to be determined). The program schedule is as follows:

What's State Law Got to Do with It?:
An Indian Law Training for Volunteer Attorneys

Friday, December 10, 1999

Attorney General's Training Room, 24th Floor, Union Bank of California Building, 900 4th Ave., Seattle

Morning Session (9:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.)

• Introduction to Pro Bono Work

• Cultural Sensitivity

• Introduction to Washington Indian Tribes and Communities

• Federal, State and Tribal Jurisdiction

• Introduction to Tribal Court Systems

Afternoon Session (1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

• Indian Child Welfare Topics

• Tribal Criminal Law

• Tribal Housing Law

• Tribal Employment Law

• Community Economic Development

Upon registration you will be sent a more detailed agenda and further information about the location. Please register by calling Cheryl Markham at the King County Bar Association, Volunteer Legal Services at 206-340-2585. If you reach voice-mail, please leave your name, address and phone number.

Co-sponsored by Columbia Legal Services, the Northwest Justice Project and the King County Bar Association, Volunteer Legal Services.