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We recognize that every tribal entity is unique, as are its legal challenges. You’ll appreciate working with our Native American law attorneys–many of whom are themselves indigenous–who understand you and can provide a full range of legal services.
Native American tribal governments hold a unique legal status in the United States, including principles of tribal sovereignty, immunity, and self-governance. Our Native American Law attorneys understand the uniqueness of each tribal populations and culture, and we match our services to meet your tribal needs. We represent tribal governments, tribal corporations, inter-tribal organizations and tribal-affiliated clients in a wide range of legal matters and protect tribal interests in state, federal and tribal courts.
Procopio’s Native American Law attorneys are keenly aware that managing litigation for tribal governments and businesses is quite distinct from representing standard corporate clients. This is particularly true where a tribal government has a well-developed legal infrastructure that helps drive, regulate and coordinate its business activities. The complexity increases when dealing with non-tribal business partners and contractors. Our experienced trial and appellate litigation attorneys have represented clients in numerous tribal, state and federal courts, including in a landmark victory before the U.S. Supreme Court. Our practice is recognized for excellence by Chambers and Partners.
Applications are now being accepted for the summer of 2026. Learn more on the “Apply for an Internship” tab below.
Several Procopio Native American Law attorneys have provided insights and updates on the Blogging Circle blog.
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Procopio’s Native American Law practice is committed to serving the community it represents. We give generously of our time and pro bono hours by offering our services to support many programs in tribal communities. We also sponsor, support and participate in a wide range of Native American community activities including partnerships with tribal health and wellness events, Inter Tribal Sports, American Indian Recruitment (AIR) program.
Procopio’s Native American Law Internship is another example of our long-standing tradition of giving back to the community, and continues the firm’s investment in the future legal leaders of Indian Country. The Native American Law Internship provides an opportunity for a Native American law students, or law students emphasizing Native American Law, to gain hands-on experience dealing with everyday legal issues facing Native American communities.
The interns are involved in matters that deal with specific Indian law-related legal practice matters and other legal problems. Procopio interns reach out to local Native American youth to provide guidance and inspiration regarding educational direction and opportunities. Interns connect with alumni of the Procopio Internship Program to establish a nationwide network of the next generation of Native American attorneys.
Applications are now being accepted for the summer of 2026. Learn more on the “Apply for an Internship” tab below.
Procopio’s Native American Law Practice Group is committed to doing its part to empower future leaders in Indian Country by providing paid internships to Native American law students and law students with a strong interest in federal Indian law and/or tribal law. We’re now on the lookout for Summer 2026 interns.
The Native American Law Internship provides an opportunity for two law students to gain hands-on experience dealing with everyday legal issues facing Native American communities. Interns are involved in matters that deal with specific Indian law-related legal practice matters and other legal problems facing tribal governments and Native entities.
Many past interns hold leadership positions in law and government, providing an active alumni network for program participants. We remain active with our alumni to mentor and prepare them for success in the legal profession as they grow their careers.
Please join us in identifying qualified legal students within Native American communities that may be interested in being part of this engaging opportunity. Applications are due Friday, October 3, by 5 p.m. PST.
Internship applications should include:
The program is ten weeks and begins after May 15, 2026. Applications should be emailed (with “2026 Summer Internship” in the subject line) to ted.griswold@procopio.com or sent via USPS mail to:
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch, LLP
Attention: Ted Griswold
525 B Street, Suite 2200
San Diego, California, 92101
We’re excited to meet this year’s candidates in anticipation of another great year!
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