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Indigenous Futures Area of Expertise

Career Pathways

Careers in Indigenous law encompass dynamic roles in Indian gaming, tribal governance, policy formulation and environmental stewardship. Professionals in these fields advocate for Indigenous rights, drive economic empowerment and champion sustainable practices within Native communities. ASU Law graduates emerge equipped to spearhead impactful initiatives across legal, governmental and nonprofit sectors, ensuring a future where Indigenous voices are heard and respected.


Types of careers in this field

  • Counsel for tribes 
  • In-house counsel
  • Private law firm 
  • U.S./State governmental attorney
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Career Services

Your career growth partner during and after law school 

ASU Law provides students with a personally tailored experience, giving them the flexibility to maximize their education and career opportunities to land their ideal jobs.

From their first day, the Career Services Office engages students in career development guidance and resources to contribute to their post-graduation success. This relationship with career services allows students to access a variety of resources such as resume and cover letter reviews, interview prep, one-on-one counseling and access to our online job board.

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Lenor Emily Molina, Master of Legal Studies

Lenor Emily Molina graduated with a Master of Legal Studies in Indian Gaming Law from ASU Law and was named an ASU Outstanding Graduate.

As a compliance officer for the National Indian Gaming Commission, she helps tribes across the nation build up the infrastructure to develop economically and be more self-sustaining. In the future, she’d like to support more rural, less centrally located tribes to assist with their self-governance.