California residents facing native american law issues have access to attorneys who specialize in tribal sovereignty, Indian gaming regulation, trust land issues, tribal court jurisdiction, and federal Indian law. The legal framework in California differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Superior Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern native american law cases in this jurisdiction.

The statute of limitations for native american law matters in California is generally 2 years (CCP § 335.1), though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Superior Court, and California's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The State Bar of California sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on native american law in California bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

Choosing the right native american law attorney in California means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

For a detailed overview of how native american law law works in California — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to native american law law in California. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Donald Bruce Marks - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Marks & Brooklier, LLP
 10100 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite# 300 Los Angeles CA 90067
(310) 772-2287
Queens Coll
English
Bar #43538
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
John A. Messina Jr. - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Messina & Hankin LLP
 24910 Las Brisas Rd. Suite 102 Murrieta CA 92562
(951) 894-7332
Southwestern University School of Law (1991)
English
9th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Employment Law Native American Law
Frank Lawrence - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Frank Lawrence
 578 Sutton Way, No. 246 Grass Valley CA 95945
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (1986)
Bar #147531
9th Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Native American Law
Thomas F. Gallagher - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 964 5th Avenue Suite 202 San Diego CA 92101
California Western School of Law
South Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections Communications & Internet Law
Luke Hasskamp - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 4275 Executive Square #200 La Jolla CA 92037
(858) 964-4589
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (2011)
English
Minnesota Bar
Unknown Status
Antitrust Law Appeals & Appellate Business Law
 Franklin - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2029 Century Park East #2400 Los Angeles CA 90067
(310) 728-3204
California State University (1977)
California Bar
Unknown Status
Antitrust Law Business Law Communications & Internet Law
Keith A Melman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
 12401 W Olympic Blvd Los Angeles CA 90064
(310) 979-2460
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (2001)
Bar #217829
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Antitrust Law Business Law Communications & Internet Law
Dorothy Ann Alther - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
California Indian Legal Services
 609 S Escondido Blvd Escondido CA 92025
(760) 746-8941
Univ of South Dakota
Bar #140960
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Environmental Law Gov & Administrative Law Native American Law
William David Temko - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 350 S Grand Ave #50 Los Angeles CA 90071
(213) 683-9266
Columbia Law School (1979)
Bar #98858
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Antitrust Law Business Law Entertainment & Sports Law
Jeff Keohane - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 4340 Redwood Hwy Suite E352 San Rafael CA 94903
(415) 491-2310
Boston Univ
California Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
Mark Allen Radoff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 PO BOX 28625 SAN DIEGO CA 92198
(619) 445-4564
Univ of California Santa Barbara
California Bar
Unknown Status
Gov & Administrative Law Native American Law
Michele C Coyle - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 118 W 16th St Upland CA 91784
(626) 222-1883
University of New Hampshire School of Law
Bar #179941
California Bar
Inactive License
Verified
Education Law Employment Law Environmental Law
Jack Duran Jr - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Duran Law Office
 1100 Melody Ln Roseville CA 95678
(916) 779-3316
California St Univ Sacramento
Bar #221704
U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Native American Law Personal Injury
John David Forsyth - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Ofc John D Forsyth
 2431 Fillmore St San Francisco CA 94115
(415) 401-0729
Univ of California Berkeley
Bar #178341
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Native American Law
Claire J Hur - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 601 Union St Seattle WA 98101
(213) 637-5225
University of Washington School of Law
Washington Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Native American Law
Elizabeth Anne Bell - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 10850 Wilshire Blvd Sixth Floor Los Angeles CA 90024
(310) 689-1677
Univ of Vermont
Bar #205868
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Entertainment & Sports Law Intellectual Property
Shirley J. Boney - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2014 Tulare Street, Ste. 310 Fresno CA 93721
(559) 312-6760
Boston University School of Law (1990)
California Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Elder Law Employment Law
Lee Kolodny - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2029 Century Park East #2400 Los Angeles CA 90067
(310) 728-3329
University of Southern California Law Center (1994)
California Bar
Unknown Status
Antitrust Law Business Law Native American Law
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