Larry EchoHawk, 1983

File — Box: 1, Folder: 4

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Mr. EchoHawk (b. 1948) was interviewed by Greg Thompson in Sun Valley, Idaho. He details his genealogy and tribal affiliation (Pawnee) before describing his education and acceptance into a pre-law program designed to prepare Native Americans for admission to law school. He attended law school at the University of Utah and worked for California Indian Legal Services before setting up private practice in Salt Lake City. Mr. EchoHawk recalls his casework for various tribes, being hired as tribal attorney by the Shoshone-Bannock tribe in Southeastern Idaho, and being elected to the Idaho State Legislature. Length: 37 pages.

Dates

1983

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

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