Native American Law - Oklahoma
What the team is known for
GableGotwals is a well-established Oklahoma firm with expertise in all areas of legal disputes. The law firm represents Indian tribes, vendors, their leaders and organizations in federal, state and tribal courts. The team is active in areas of commercial law, gaming issues, governmental relations and environmental concerns. It regularly deals with dispute proceedings before the US Supreme Court.
Strengths
"GableGotwals' team is very strong at handling complex matters. They are professional and knowledgeable."
"The firm has a very experienced practice group."
Work highlights
GableGotwals is defending a tribal hospital, tribal health clinic, and 12 officers and employees of the Cherokee Nation in a case brought by a plaintiff who claims he was denied dental services during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Notable practitioners
Dean Luthey has impressive expertise in Native American law as well as a considerable amount of experience in commercial litigation and gaming matters. He is also equipped to advise on utilities disputes. "Dean has a meticulous nature combined with years of experience."
Amelia Fogleman is noted for her expertise and experience advising Native American tribes on a range of contentious matters, including those relating to the breach of commercial agreements, as well as land disputes.
Trent Shores is noted for his impressive experience in handling tribal sovereignty matters, criminal prosecutions and civil litigation for Native American tribes and organizations. "He is very timely at delivering work and very creative regarding solutions."
