Indian Law Section
The Indian Law Section provides a forum for practitioners representing clients affected by Indian law. Federal, tribal, and state laws; executive and administrative actions; and court decisions produce a complex and rapidly evolving array of law that affects legal services. The Section schedules CLE programs on subjects that provide information to practitioners representing clients affected by Indian law. Section members also receive a newsletter highlighting recent developments in Indian law.
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The Indian Law Section offers many resources and benefits for members. On this page you will find information about the section, their upcoming events and offerings, as well as information about the section's executive committee.
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Upcoming Programs
NEW In-Person Seminar: Lessons Learned from the Path to the Bench
Developed in partnership with the WSBA Indian Law Section.
This seminar is a look inside at the unique journeys of Indian law practitioners who transitioned from practice to the judiciary. Achieving a judicial appointment is a milestone marked by rigorous scrutiny, diverse personal sacrifices, and distinct professional evolution. Whether you are an aspiring judge mapping out your long-term career goals or a legal professional seeking a deeper understanding of judicial perspectives, this presentation provides invaluable blueprint strategies for professional advancement.
When: Nov. 5, 2026
Time: 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. PST
Where: U.S. Disctrict Court, 700 Stewart Street, 19th Floor, Seattle, WA 98101
Credits: 1.00 Other
Newsletters
Spring 2025 │ Spring 2020 │ Spring 2019 │ Summer 2018 │ Spring 2017
If you are interested in submitting an article or items for "Indian Lawyers in the News" for the Indian Law Newsletter, please contact Jeremy Wood at jfwood@littler.com.
Archived issues are available to section members upon request. To request an issue, please email sections@wsba.org.
Executive Committee
Chair: Brenda Stice (2026-2027) Chair-Elect: Vacant (2026-2027) Immediate Past Chair: Dillon Spiess (2026-2027) Secretary/Treasurer: Greggory Busch (2026-2027) New Member Liaison*: Vacant (2025-2027) Board of Governors Liaison*: Chris Bhang (2026-2027) Newsletter Editor*: Kevin Rezaie-Burdet *Nonvoting member | At-Large Members: Jocelyn McCurtain Cooney (2024-2027)
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Please contact committee members for specific details on their upcoming meeting dates and locations.
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To join the Section list serve and for general Section questions, please send your email address and Bar number to sections@wsba.org. For more information and to get involved with the Section, please contact the Section Chair.
