Department profile
Crowe & Dunlevy, a Professional Corporation

Native American Law

USA Guide 2026 : Oklahoma


Crowe & Dunlevy, a Professional Corporation

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The Indian Law & Gaming Practice Group provides strategic legal advice from the broad collective experience of attorneys throughout our firm. We represent not only Indian tribal governments and Alaskan native entities on matters relating to sovereignty, economic development and governmental objectives, but also tribal corporations and affiliated entities, and the nontribal clients who work with them. We provide counsel regarding the complex matters of federal Indian law and the interrelationship with state and tribal laws. The firm works closely with tribal leadership and tribal attorneys, as well as others doing business with tribes, to provide advice to form the foundation for well-reasoned policy and strategic decisions as well as the implementation of these strategies to meet our clients’ objectives.

Industries (16)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Charities / Not for Profit
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Sports
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Travel & Leisure
  • Utilities

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Native American Law - Oklahoma

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Crowe & Dunlevy acts for Indian tribes on a comprehensive range of transactional and high-stakes litigation mandates. The law firm is well known for its expertise in gaming matters including related hospitality projects, and also advises entities doing business in Indian country, including banks involved in the provision of financial support to significant tribal business and infrastructure projects. The team is actively involved in a number of tribal jurisdiction, sovereignty and immunity issues, as well as healthcare and pharmaceutical-related disputes. The team is also experienced at the intersection of the internet gaming space and Indian law.

Work Highlights

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  • Crowe & Dunlevy represented the Comanche Nation in a lawsuit against the Department of Interior and officials of the Fort Sill Apache Tribe alleging violations of federal law and fiduciary duties surrounding the 'Tsalote Allotment'.

Strengths

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  • Crowe & Dunlevy's lawyers have a wide breadth of knowledge and experience.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Michael McBride III
    Band 1Michael McBride III

    Michael McBride III

    Michael McBride maintains a stellar reputation for his extensive experience in regulatory matters, complex disputes and gaming issues.
    • Mike is exceptional in his field and very knowledgeable within the legal landscape.

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  • Up and ComingRandall Yates
    Up and ComingRandall Yates

    Randall Yates

    Randall Yates is noted for his work assisting tribes and tribal entities with a range of legal issues. He regularly advises clients with respect to constitutional and administrative matters.

    • Randall has a great attitude and a passion for the law.

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