Experienced Tribal Law Attorneys
At the law firm of Joseph T. Barberi, we take pride in our commitment to standing up for the rights of members of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. With more than 30 years of experience on our side, we have built a reputation for navigating this distinct court system. Our lawyers understand the significant differences between tribal law and state and federal laws. We also understand that the stakes are just as high, making it critical that we do everything correctly the first time. This will not be the first time we have handled a case in tribal court. We know the law. We know the system. We know how to protect your rights within it.
Dedicated to Taking on All Tribal Law Matters
E-mail us or call us at 1-800-336-3423 schedule a consultation about a criminal defense, personal injury or family law matter with an experienced lawyer.
Our law firm is available to represent members of the Saginaw Chippewa community in Mount Pleasant and throughout central Michigan.
Criminal Defense and Tribal Law
We can take on all felony and misdemeanor charges in tribal court, including:
- OWI Defense
- Domestic Violence
- Assault and Battery
- Drug Possession
- Drug Charges
- Theft and Shoplifting
- Arson
- Sex Crimes and Rape
When you turn to us for criminal defense representation, you can be certain that you have a team of attorneys on your side that you can trust. You can trust us because we have built our careers around helping people stand up for their rights. This is what we do, and we do it well.
Personal Injury and Tribal Law
Legal claims arising from accidents that take place on tribal land are subject to tribal law. Whether you were involved in a motor vehicle accident on the way to the casino or you were injured due to a slip and fall in a parking lot, we can help. While a car accident may involve a lawsuit against the negligent driver and that person's insurance company, a slip and fall lawsuit would proceed against the owner of the property where the accident occurred. The owner is the tribe, a sovereign nation. Pursuing a personal injury action against a sovereign nation presents unique challenges, but you can be assured that we have the experience and skills to handle your claim.
Family Law and Tribal Law
If one or both of the parties going through a divorce are members of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, tribal court has initial jurisdiction. As in other areas of the law, the rules that pertain in tribal court are somewhat different. An attorney needs to understand these rules in order to make them work for you. At our law firm, we know tribal law. We know how to attain results that match your goals.
Contact us today to discuss any tribal law matter.
