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Tribal Law in Chickasaw Nation Territory

Ada is the heart of the Chickasaw Nation—one of Oklahoma's largest tribes. Our founding attorney serves as a Tribal Supreme Court Justice, bringing unique expertise to tribal jurisdiction, ICWA, and tribal business matters.

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The Chickasaw Nation: A Sovereign Power

The Chickasaw Nation is one of Oklahoma's most significant tribal governments, with its headquarters here in Ada. This creates a unique legal landscape where tribal, state, and federal law intersect.

Tribal Sovereignty

Tribes are sovereign nations with their own courts, laws, and government structure. Understanding tribal sovereignty is essential to navigating legal matters in Ada.

Tribal Supreme Court Justice

Our founding attorney serves on a Tribal Supreme Court, providing unique insight into how tribal courts operate and rule on complex matters.

Cultural Respect

We approach tribal matters with respect for tribal culture, history, and the unique relationship between tribes and the federal government.

Tribal Law Matters We Handle in Ada

From ICWA cases to tribal business disputes, we bring Tribal Supreme Court experience to complex matters in Chickasaw Nation territory.

ICWA Cases

Child custody proceedings involving Native American children and families

Jurisdiction Questions

Determining which court—tribal, state, or federal—has authority over your matter

Tribal Employment

Disputes involving tribal enterprises, casinos, and government employment

Tribal Business

Contracts, disputes, and commercial matters involving tribal entities

Sovereign Immunity

Understanding and navigating tribal sovereign immunity in civil matters

Tribal Court Practice

Representation in Chickasaw Nation and other tribal courts

Oklahoma's Three-Sovereign System

In Oklahoma, particularly in Ada and Chickasaw Nation territory, three sovereigns exercise authority: the federal government, the State of Oklahoma, and tribal nations. Understanding which sovereign's law applies—and which court has jurisdiction—is critical to any legal matter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ada is the headquarters of the Chickasaw Nation, one of the largest and most economically powerful tribes in Oklahoma. This makes tribal jurisdiction, tribal employment, and tribal business matters particularly important in Pontotoc County.
ICWA is a federal law that governs child custody proceedings involving Native American children. It aims to keep children with their families and tribes. If your family is affected by an ICWA case, you need an attorney who understands both federal and tribal law.
Following the McGirt decision, much of Oklahoma is recognized as tribal territory. Ada sits within Chickasaw Nation boundaries. This affects criminal jurisdiction and can impact civil matters. Our attorney's experience as a Tribal Supreme Court Justice provides unique insight.
Yes. We represent both tribal employees and businesses in employment matters. Tribal employment often involves unique considerations including tribal sovereign immunity, tribal court procedures, and employment agreements.
Our founding attorney, D. Colby Addison, serves as a Tribal Supreme Court Justice. This judicial experience provides perspective on how tribal courts operate, what arguments succeed, and how to navigate the intersection of tribal, state, and federal law.

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Contact us for a consultation about your tribal law matter. Our Tribal Supreme Court Justice experience makes the difference.

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