Tribal Law & Cultural Heritage
Research on Tribal legal codes, HEARTH Act leasing, ISDEAA and Tribal healthcare, and ARPA damages at Cultural Heritage Partners.
Palm Springs, California
Anna Bretz
Law graduate focused on Federal Indian and Tribal Law, Tribal sovereignty, and the protection of cultural heritage.
Awaiting admission to the California Bar following the July 2026 examination
About
I am a graduate of William & Mary Law School with a background in history and psychology from UCLA. My legal work has included research and drafting for an Indigenous practice group, supervised clinical practice serving low-income clients, and criminal defense motion and appellate practice. I am building a career in Federal Indian and Tribal Law and welcome conversations with firms, Tribal governments, and organizations working in this space.
Areas of Experience
Access to Justice
Student attorney at the William & Mary Community Law Clinic, representing low-income clients in Hampton Roads.
Litigation & Appellate Practice
Motion practice and an opening brief for a felony appeal as a Summer Associate at Welch & Wright, PLLC.