Request of Qualifications in Providing Legal Services to the Navajo Nation Department of Justice

The Navajo Nation Department of Justice is seeking a qualified attorney (or law firm) to act as an independent contractor providing transactional legal services related to business‑site leasing on Navajo Nation lands. The work includes reviewing, negotiating, drafting, and finalizing leases, permits, emergency‑operation agreements, settlements, and other real‑estate documents, as well as offering on‑call advice for additional matters that arise. The contractor must be admitted to the Navajo Bar, hold a JD, and have at least one year of experience with Navajo Nation leasing law. Submissions consist of a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and a cost proposal, limited to 20 pages total, and must be emailed by the deadline. The contract term is one calendar year with two optional one‑year renewals, and pricing will be negotiated after award. • Provide transactional legal services for Navajo Nation business‑site leasing (leases, permits, agreements, settlements). • Minimum qualifications: JD, admission to the Navajo Bar, ≥1 year relevant experience; submit SOQ + cost proposal (≤20 pages). • Contract: 1‑year term, possible two one‑year extensions, award expected Jan 24 2025; submission deadline Jan 21 2025 5 PM MST.