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Native American Law

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To learn more about Akin’s Native American Law capabilities, please visit the American Indian page under the experience section at www.akingump.com.

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Native American Law - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For
Akin has extensive experience handling contentious and noncontentious gaming matters on behalf of Native American tribes. Akin offers expertise in litigation relating to treaty rights, water rights and tribal sovereignty. The team is highly regarded for experience in public policy, finance and tribal energy policy. Akin also assists tribes with healthcare and employment matters.
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Work Highlights

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  • Akin represented the Gila River Indian Community by advising on, drafting and negotiating several key Section 105 leases between the Community and the United States government.

Strengths

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  • Akin distinguishes itself through unmatched expertise, strategic insight and responsiveness.

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  • They are able to navigate highly technical, multi-layered issues with precision and foresight.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Donald R Pongrace
    Donald R Pongrace

    Donald R Pongrace

    Donald Pongrace is well regarded for his lobbying experience and is particularly active on matters involving water and land rights.

    • Don is distinguished by his exceptional knowledge of federal policy and his ability to navigate Washington effectively on behalf of the Tribe.

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    • Don knows and understands us very well.

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  • Katie Brossy
    Katie Brossy

    Katie Brossy

    Katie Brossy represents tribes in legislative and policy matters at state and federal levels, and advises on a range of issues including gaming, water rights and land purchases.
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  • Jason Travis Hauter
    Jason Travis Hauter

    Jason Travis Hauter

    Jason Travis Hauter is commended for his expertise in Native American law. He regularly represents tribes in water rights, gaming and environmental regulatory matters.
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