Of Counsel
Joseph Pitre, Solicitor
Government Relations & Policy
With over 12 years of experience advocating in the Nation's Capital, Joseph Pitre has held key roles in the U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Senate, and with the National Congress of American Indians.
Experience
12+ years
Practice Areas
4+
Biography
With over 12 years of experience advocating for tribes in the Nation's Capital, Joseph Pitre has held key roles in the U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Senate, and with the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI).
Transitioning to the private sector, Joseph now represents tribes nationwide, guiding them through Capitol Hill and the Administration to address their legislative and policy needs.
During his tenure on Capitol Hill, Joseph served on the House Committee on Natural Resources and the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, focusing on issues critical to Indian affairs. His expertise spans tribal land and water settlements, treaty fishing rights, federal funding, climate change, federal recognition, and sacred site protection.
Joseph proudly belongs to the United Houma Nation of Louisiana.
Education
- M.A., American Indian Studies, University of Arizona, 2012
- B.A., Political Science, Louisiana State University, 2009
Bar Admissions
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
- Law Society of England and Wales
Notable Achievements
- Director of Government Relations at Clause Law (2018-2023)
- Senior Policy Analyst at the National Congress of American Indians (2017-2018)
- Managing Director at Dentons (2015-2017)
- Professional Staff for the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs (2013-2015)
- Legislative Staff for the House Committee on Natural Resources (2012-2013)
- Member of the United Houma Nation of Louisiana
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