Attorney Position – Sonosky Chambers – Anchorage, AK

About the role

Sonosky, Chambers, Sachse, Endreson & Perry, LLP is a national law firm dedicated to representing Indian tribes across the country. The firm handles a wide range of legal matters including litigation, lobbying, economic development, health care, self-determination, and self-government.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice to Tribal clients on a variety of matters, such as personnel issues, healthcare law, Council or board governance, economic development activities, federal funding compliance, environmental compliance and other natural resource issues, construction, contract disputes, Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) issues, housing development, and jurisdictional issues.
• Draft organizational documents, such Tribal constitutions, Tribal codes, corporate documents, and policies and procedures.
• Draft and negotiate professional services agreements, intergovernmental agreements, leases, RFPs and bid documents, and Indian Self-Determination Act contracts, compacts, and funding agreements, among other types of agreements.
• Litigate in federal, state and tribal courts and administrative agencies nationwide, at both the trial and appellate level.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing Tribal clients.
• Help supervise and mentor associate attorneys, summer associates, and staff.
• Support and contribute to a positive and supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree.
• Licensed to practice law in Alaska, or eligible to become licensed in Alaska.
• At least six years of relevant experience, working both independently and in a team setting.
• Detail-oriented with excellent research, analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Able to effectively manage a diverse workload, prioritize competing deadlines, and proactively problem solve issues.
• General counsel experience (or equivalent experience).
• Commitment to furthering Tribal sovereignty and self-determination.
• Experience working with Tribes and Tribal organizations.
• Federal Indian law experience.
• Private practice experience.

Desired Skills

• Strong credentials.
• Familiarity with federal Indian law.
• A commitment to representing Tribal interests.
• Experience working in private practice and providing general counsel services (or equivalent).

Pay

Salary depends on experience, with the range starting at approximately $190,000 plus a competitive benefits package.

Schedule

The position has the flexibility to accommodate a hybrid schedule with some work from home, but applicants must be able to work physically in the Anchorage, AK office on a regular basis.

Application

To apply, candidates should send an application that includes a cover letter, resume, writing sample that reflects your own legal analysis and writing, three references, and any salary requirements to Whitney Leonard (whitney@sonosky.net) and Sarah Buzard (sarah@sonosky.net).