HARTFORD, CT - Morrison Mahoney Partner Michelle Napoli has been admitted to the Mohegan Gaming Disputes Court. Having already been admitted to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Court (Foxwoods), she is now one of the few attorneys admitted to both tribal courts situated on tribal properties in Connecticut.
Tribal courts have exclusive jurisdiction over claims by and against the Native American tribes in their respective venues including Foxwoods and Mohegan casinos and their related commercial enterprises, and may exercise jurisdiction over any business on or affecting the gaming enterprises conducted on tribal lands.
As an admitted attorney, Michelle is now permitted to handle any litigation pending before the gaming disputes courts, including the court of appeals, located on tribal property, including two of the world’s largest casinos and world-class gaming and entertainment centers.
