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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Native American Law for South Dakota on
Q: how can i protect my self from someone who is writing my grants for my treatment

he went to school for grant writing i have never did anything like this im starting my own non-profit its going to be a treatment based on how we heal as native people from our addicrions i feel he knows what he doing i dont want him to be sneaky and take over on something i worked hard for and... View More

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answered on Nov 7, 2023

To protect your interests in your non-profit and its intellectual property, it's essential to establish clear agreements in writing. Consider drafting a contract that outlines the scope of work, duties, and limitations of the grant writer's role, ensuring it includes confidentiality and... View More

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Q: My husband passed away October 7 2023 his half sister filed an injunction in Tribal Court in Pine Ridge South Dakota.

Husband was a Army Vet. She even got his flag I feel so disrespected.i

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answered on Oct 26, 2023

I'm sorry for your loss and the difficult situation you're facing. If an injunction has been filed in Tribal Court, it's essential to respond to it and ensure your rights and interests are protected. Since this is a matter in Tribal Court, the proceedings might differ from state or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Native American Law for South Dakota on
Q: I was wondering if there is anything I can do to get my felony drug conviction reduced. I have finished my sentence

I was convicted of possession with intent to distribute while I was going to college in Albuquerque NM. The school I was going to was a Federal Native American College. The security guard said he stopped me because "smoke was rolling out of my windows" when I was pulling on to the campus.... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 2, 2015

Probably not at this stage. Perhaps you should have a full discussion with a post conviction relief attorney in Albequerque

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