…F.3d 816 (10th Cir. 1997). [21] See Skidmore v. Swift & Co., 323 U.S. 134, 140 (1944). [22] See U.S. v. Mead Corp., 533 U.S. 218, 228, 234-35 (2001). [23] Nat. Res. Def. Council, Inc. v. U.S. Dep’t of the…
…in Alaska. [1] Available at https://www.doi.gov/sites/doi.gov/files/uploads/m-37043.pdf [2] See 935 F. Supp. 2d 195 (D.D.C. 2013). [3] See 25 C.F.R. § 151.11. [4] Land Acquisitions in the State of Alaska, 79 Fed. Reg. 24,648 (May 1, 2014). [5] Available at https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/26/memorandum-on-tribal-consultation-and-strengthening-nation-to-nation-relationships/…
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Before joining the firm, Casey served as a law clerk to Anchorage Superior Court judge Peter Ramgren. In addition to the general litigation matters Casey worked on at the court, she has experience in municipal matters and utilities representation. Before…
…business and private equity transactions, including entity formation and organization, purchases and sales, and lending arrangements. He also works with Alaska Native corporations on their unique range of legal needs, including commercial and government contracting, land use, and shareholder issues….
…[8] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(d)(1)(A), (f)(8). [9] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(c)(2). [10] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(b)(2)(i). [11] See generally 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(a)(2). [12] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(g). [13] 31 C.F.R. § 1010.380(a). Related article: FinCEN Issues Final Rules for…
…included an overview of municipal taxing authority and severance taxes structured around arctic mining. institutenorth.org/engage/events/development-dialogue/ This presentation followed the firm’s 2017 representation of the Northwest Arctic Borough in litigation over the Borough’s severance tax, which ultimately resulted in resolution through…
…land-related issues. He delivers both consistent litigation results and insightful and practical general counsel advice. His clients appreciate that he provides the highest quality legal advice on an efficient and cost-effective basis. His practice frequently involves traveling to remote villages…
…and employment, utilities, and litigation. We assist in grants management and compliance and complex capital projects. The result is effective and cost-effective representation. Our attorneys have been leaders in municipal law for over three decades because we understand the challenges…
Tax planning is a critical aspect of transaction and business planning. Taxes impact every business’s bottom line. We provide practical and cost-effective advice for start-ups, established businesses, and liquidating entities. For large transactions, our tax attorneys partner with corporate, real…
LBB attorneys have worked with publicly- and privately-owned utility companies and cooperative associations for over 30 years, providing legal advice and representation to telecommunications, water, and refuse utilities. Our involvement in this area of the law encompasses regulatory, transactional, dispute…
…in Anchorage, interned at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Anchorage, and worked as a summer law clerk at Landye Bennett Blumstein, LLP. Before pursuing a career in the law, Alex worked as a legislative aide in the Alaska State Legislature….
…development joint ventures, syndications and all aspects of related securities law matters, including Rule 506 private placements. Ben also practices in the areas of land use and zoning, ANCSA, and public lands. Ben is active in Arctic policy and development….
Ryan joined the firm in 2022. Originally from Fairbanks, Ryan attended the University of Colorado School of Law and practiced commercial real estate law in the Lower 48 before returning to Alaska. In addition, Ryan has a breadth of experience…
…of the worker’s noncompete. The proposed rule interprets non-compete agreements broadly, to avoid circumvention. For example, an overreaching non-disclosure agreement or claw-back of training expenses could fall within the rule’s scope. The proposed rule contains an ownership exception for persons…
…transactions. His legal journey also included an internship at the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office, where he assisted with the prosecution of serious felonies. Prior to entering law school, Jackson worked in Business Affairs in the film and television industry….
…appeal before state, federal, or administrative tribunals. John also advocates for clients before Alaska’s Marijuana Control Board and assists in solving marijuana related problems in the areas of entity formation, operations, and regulatory compliance. John represents clients throughout Alaska and…
…resolution. Doug has a master’s degree in construction engineering and management and has also been an adjunct professor in construction law at the University of Colorado. Doug also represents clients in a wide variety of litigation and disputes, including business…
…U.S. Congress and Executive Branch. He has decades of experience representing Alaska Native tribes and tribal organizations, local rural governments and Native corporations on a wide variety of issues, including tribal and subsistence rights, Indian Child Welfare Act cases, natural…
…a knack for conflict resolution. Leslie previously worked as a law clerk for U.S. Magistrate Judge John D. Roberts, The Alaska Attorney General’s Office, and Alaska Superior Court Judge Vanessa White. Leslie focuses her practice on Civil Litigation, Municipal Law,…
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