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Robert Don Gifford Receives Clarence Darrow Award for Criminal Defense Excellence
By: By Cherokee 411 Staff Published on: 02/07/2025Robert Don Gifford of GIFFORD LAW, PLLC wins the 2025 Clarence Darrow Award for his work on Leonard Peltier’s commutation, federal acquittals, and pro bono advocacy.
The Cherokee Reservation Is Not Yellowstone’: Family Seeks Justice After Deadly Adair County Shooting
By: By Cherokee 411 Staff Published on: 02/07/2025The Cherokee Reservation is not Yellowstone. Family seeks justice after Carl Hutchinson’s killing in Adair County as DA declines murder charges, citing rural jury concerns.
Deborah Reed: Co-Founder of Cherokee411 and Champion of Native American Law
By: By Cherokee 411 Staff Published on: 01/07/2025Deborah Reed, co-founder of Cherokee411 and Sterling Oaks attorney, is named among America’s Best Lawyers 2025 for Native American Law, honoring her work defending Native sovereignty.
Stitt Vetoes MMIW Bill
By: By Cherokee 411 Staff Published on: 09/05/2025Gov. Stitt vetoes MMIP bill, calling it race-based. Advocates argue Native victims face unique legal gaps that make targeted funding critical. Tribes push for veto override to protect lives.
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