Peebles Bergin Schulte & Robinson LLP

09/03/2026

Congratulations to Seth Pearman, Partner at Peebles Bergin Schulte & Robinson LLP, on being recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Native American Law.

This peer-reviewed recognition reflects Seth’s continued dedication to serving Tribal Nations and advancing the interests of Indian Country.

Please join us in congratulating Seth on this well-deserved recognition.

09/02/2026

𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐈𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬
Government-to-government consultation isn't a courtesy. It's a legal obligation. Since Executive Order 13175 formalized federal consultation requirements with Tribal Nations in 2000, agencies have been required to engage Tribes directly on policies and projects that affect their lands, resources, and citizens.

What "meaningful consultation" looks like in practice is still being tested, from infrastructure and land-use decisions to law enforcement actions on tribal lands. When consultation is skipped or treated as a formality, it undermines the sovereign relationship the United States is obligated to uphold.

At Peebles Bergin, we help Tribal Nations hold federal and state agencies accountable to that obligation, ensuring Tribal voices shape the decisions that affect them.
Learn more about our work at ndnlaw.com.


Reference: Executive Order 13175, "Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments" (2000)
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2000/11/09/00-29003/consultation-and-coordination-with-indian-tribal-governments

09/01/2026

Congratulations to Kristen Boyert, Senior Associate Attorney at Peebles Bergin Schulte & Robinson LLP, on being recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

Kristen’s recognition follows her inclusion in the 2026 edition, marking continued peer recognition of her work and commitment to serving Tribal Nations and Tribal entities.

Please join us in congratulating Kristen on this achievement. https://www.ndnlaw.com/team-members/kristen-boyert

08/26/2026

Please help us congratulate Partner Blake Follis, who Super Lawyers has recognized for a third consecutive year!! 🎉🙌🏼
📢Peebles Bergin Schulte & Robinson LLP is proud to announce that Partner W. Blake Follis has been selected to the Super Lawyers® Rising Stars list for 2024-2026, marking the third consecutive year he has received this distinguished recognition in the field of Native American Law. Find out more here: https://profiles.superlawyers.com/kansas/topeka/lawyer/wm-blake-follis/a350e404-6d2b-4e78-ab67-ac0c06ff38c8.html

08/25/2026

We are proud to congratulate Patrick Bergin, Managing Partner of Peebles Bergin, on being named the Best Lawyers® 2027 Native American Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Sacramento.

The “Lawyer of the Year” distinction is awarded to one individual in each practice area and metropolitan region based on the highest overall peer feedback—a meaningful recognition from fellow members of the legal profession.

Patrick has also been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for his work in Gaming Law and Native American Law.

Please join us in congratulating Patrick on these well-deserved peer-recognized honors. https://www.bestlawyers.com/article/best-lawyers-awards-america-2027/8286

08/24/2026

Peebles Bergin Partner Anna M. Bruty, outgoing Chair of the State Bar of Michigan’s American Indian Law Section, recently helped honor Native News Online Publisher and Editor Levi Rickert with the 2026 Tecumseh Peacekeeping Award.

The award recognizes individuals who promote understanding and cooperation while advancing the voices and interests of Native people. In the article, Anna reflects on the important role journalism can play in supporting Native self-determination, visibility, education and Tribal sovereignty.

Congratulations to Levi Rickert on this well-deserved recognition, and to Anna for her continued leadership and service in Indian Country.

Read more from Native News Online:
https://nativenewsonline.net/currents/native-news-online-publisher-and-editor-levi-rickert-honored-with-tecumseh-peacekeeping-award/

Overview: Native News Online Publisher and Editor Levi Rickert has been honored with the 2026 Tecumseh Peacekeeping Award by the State Bar of Michigan’s American Indian Law Section. The award recognizes Rickert’s more than 15 years of work using journalism to advance Native visibility, tribal so...

08/21/2026

𝐏𝐞𝐞𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬
Peebles Bergin Schulte & Robinson is pleased to announce that three of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America across two practice areas. The publication’s selections are based on an extensive peer-review process and include the traditional Best Lawyers recognitions, “Lawyer of the Year” awards, and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America list.

𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧 was named “Lawyer of the Year” in Native American Law. This distinction is awarded to only one attorney in each practice area and metropolitan region based on the highest voting averages received during the peer-review assessments.

Bergin was also recognized in the traditional Best Lawyers guide for Native American Law and Gaming Law. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers for Native American Law since 2015.

𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 was recognized in the traditional Best Lawyers guide for Native American Law.

𝐊𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐁𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐭 was recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, following her recognition in the 2026 edition. https://www.ndnlaw.com/news

08/19/2026

Across Indian Country, summer is a season of powwows, cultural gatherings, and community celebrations that bring together Tribal Nations to honor traditions, strengthen relationships, and celebrate Indigenous identity. You can find gatherings happening near you through the PowWows.com events calendar at https://www.powwows.com/.

While every gathering reflects the unique customs of its Tribal community, these events share a common purpose: preserving culture, supporting future generations, and reinforcing the strength of Native communities. You can read more about the roots of this tradition at https://www.powwows.com/history-of-the-powwow/.

Cultural traditions continue to thrive because Tribal Nations exercise their inherent right to preserve and protect them. Peebles Bergin is honored to support the legal foundations that help make these traditions possible. Learn more about our work at https://www.ndnlaw.com.

08/18/2026

Peebles Bergin attorney 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐬 is featured in a recent 𝑮𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒍𝒆𝒚 𝑯𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒅 column exploring Native history in Northern California and the enduring connections between Tribal Nations, their homelands, and communities today.

The article highlights Blake’s Modoc heritage, his former service as Attorney General of the Modoc Nation, and his work representing Tribal Nations—including the Wyandotte Nation. It also offers a fascinating look at the often-overlooked role Native people played in California history.

We’re proud to see Blake’s story and commitment to Indian Country recognized.

Read 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑷𝒊-𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒆 on page 2:
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