Government
Yurok Tribe
About Us
The Yurok Tribe is a natural resources tribe and the most populous tribe in California with over 6,400 members. Yurok people are known as great fishers, eelers, basket weavers, canoe makers, dancers, healers, and strong medicine people. Yurok Tribal Council and staff continue to protect and preserve Yurok natural resources, culture, and the Yurok way of life. The Office of the Tribal Attorney (OTA) provides support and acts as legal counsel to the Yurok Tribal Council, and it provides legal support for the needs of the numerous tribal departments. OTA represents the Tribe in litigation in tribal, state, and federal courts to assert and defend tribal interests, and it represents the tribal government in engagement with state and federal agencies, other tribes, and outside entities. OTA assignment areas are vast, representing a wide range of legal issues.
The Yurok Tribe is a natural resources tribe and the most populous tribe in California with over 6,400 members. Yurok people are known as great fishers, eelers, basket weavers, canoe makers, dancers, healers, and strong medicine people. Yurok Tribal Council and staff continue to protect and preserve Yurok natural resources, culture, and the Yurok way of life. The Office of the Tribal Attorney (OTA) provides support and acts as legal counsel to the Yurok Tribal Council, and it provides legal support for the needs of the numerous tribal departments. OTA represents the Tribe in litigation in tribal, state, and federal courts to assert and defend tribal interests, and it represents the tribal government in engagement with state and federal agencies, other tribes, and outside entities. OTA assignment areas are vast, representing a wide range of legal issues.
Cause Areas Include
- Environment & Sustainability
- Legal Assistance
Location & Contact
- 7079514688
- anperry@yuroktribe.nsn.us
- 190 Klamath Blvd, Klamath, CA 95548, USA
