Indian law is a specialized field generally dealing with Indian tribes. California has 109 Indian tribes recognized by the federal government. Many tribes have casinos and other economic ventures that have led to increased interaction between Indian communities and non-tribal communities. This increased interaction has inevitably led to increased disputes and increased legal concerns.
Even so, many practitioners have little familiarity with Indian law and its possible impact on their practices. For example, a personal injury attorney who represents a patron in a slip-and-fall matter occurring at a tribal casino may have no recourse in a state court. Or, a real estate lawyer who drafts an easement across an Indian reservation may not realize that the easement is unenforceable absent consent by the federal government. A criminal defense lawyer may not appreciate that certain clients may be prosecuted in a tribal court even after reaching a plea bargain in a state court. The list can go on and on.
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