Say Thank You to Your Lawyer
For those who want to make an impact, contact your lawyer and let them know how much you appreciate them for what they do every day. Just one phone call or email can serve as a reminder that their long hours and dedication to justice aren’t without their rewards! You can send us an email […]
Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Capradio
Today on Insight With Vicki Gonzalez, we’re honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the challenges of becoming a federally recognized tribe, the history of two-spirit members within tribal and indigenous communities, and much more. Featuring CILS Executive Director Heather Hostler. https://www.capradio.org/news/insight/
Indigenous People’s Day
The holiday formerly known as Columbus Day is now celebrated as Indigenous People’s Day. The day acknowledges North America’s Indigenous people’s struggle for rights, recognition, and reparations since 1492. All people can become vocal allies and directly support initiatives that improve the lives of Indigenous peoples today. Here are five ways you can put your money—and your time—into […]
Respect for California Tribal Court Orders and Avenues for Tribes to Purchase Land
By Kia Murdoch, CILS Sacramento Office Staff Attorney CILS has been tracking bills in the California legislature that are relevant to our community. In July 2021, two bills passed that are exciting steps forwards for California tribes: AB 627 Tribal Courts in California decide various cases, including family law cases such as dissolution of marriage, […]
CILS Receives $25,000 Donation from the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians
By Nicole Scott, Director of Marketing and Development CILS’ Executive Director Heather Hostler, Legal Director Dorothy Alther, and Director of Marketing and Development Nicole Scott attended the awards ceremony at Rincon’s government building. “We are elated to be selected to receive such a generous donation from the Rincon Tribal Leadership and Giving Committee […]
Eureka Office Highlights
By Denise Bareilles, CILS Eureka office Directing Attorney Here are a few examples of the good work from our Eureka office: CILS gave training “Guardians Ad Litem (GAL) and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) in Tribal Courts” on August 17th, 2021. The training discussed the various ways a Tribal Court may consider setting up a […]
