An Introduction to the

Tribal Supreme Court Project

The Tribal Supreme Court Project works to improve strategy and promote greater coordination in U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) cases that may affect the rights and interests of Tribal Nations. The project is staffed by attorneys from the Native American Rights Fund and the National Congress of American Indians and consists of more than 300 volunteer attorneys, academics, and Tribal representatives from around the nation who specialise in federal Indian Law, Tribal advocacy, and SCOTUS practice.

In 2026, the Project will commemorate 25 years of service furthering the interests of Tribal Nations and Native American people as they appear before the U.S. Supreme Court. Save the date for an anniversary celebration to be held in Washington, DC, on September 17-18, 2026. Please check back for more details about events and resources that will be available in the anniversary year.