Attorneys at Smith & Jolly, LLC also represent individuals in a wide range of areas of law. Our attorneys have vast experience in providing representation to both Indians and non-Indians in many areas of law, including:

• Assistance with Tribal Enrollment, such as determining tribal enrollment requirements and assisting in completing the enrollment process
• Family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, parenting plans, and all other such areas
• Employment issues, such as the enforceability of non-compete agreements and wrongful termination
• Contract issues, such as breach of contract
• Drafting wills, codicils, and trusts, assisting with informal probate, and representing estates in formal probate proceedings
• Assistance with guardianships, conservatorships, powers of attorney, and the like
• Bankruptcy
• Criminal law
• Real estate law
• Landlord-tenant law, including evictions and drafting of both residential and commercial leases
• Civil litigation

If you are interested in a consultation on any matter, you can review our terms for consultations. For more information, to schedule a consultation, or to discuss how Smith & Jolly can assist you, do not hesitate to call us at the number below or contact us by email.

INDIAN LAW UPDATES

Bush Signs Native American $1 Coin Act

On Thursday, September 20, President Bush signed the Native American $1 Coin Act into law. The Act provides for a new back to the Sacagawea dollar coin to honor Native Americans and their contributions... more »

Senate Confirms Artman as ASIA

The Senate officially confirmed Carl Artman as the new Assistant Secretary Indian Affairs by a vote of 87-1. Only Senator David Vitter (R-LA), who is a strong critic of the BIA and off-reservation gaming,... more »

Tribal Campaign Donation Limits Defeated

The Senate voted 56-40 against placing limits on the amount of money Indian tribes can donate to political campaigns and parties. Senator David Vitter (R-LA) attempted to attach an amendment to the Senate's... more »

Agua Caliente Band Seeks Reconsideration of Immunity Decision

The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians filed a petition with the California Supreme Court to reconsider its 4-3 decision holding that Indian tribes do not have sovereign immunity from suits brought... more »