ICWA Practice Updates

ICWA case law and practice updates are coming soon.

The blog will cover ICWA case law updates, federal regulatory developments, state ICWA statute changes, and practical QEW insights for court teams.

Foundational Reading

Start with the ICWA practice guides.

New posts are coming soon. These evergreen guides are the best place to start while the shorter-form update library ramps up.

Active Efforts Documentation Under ICWA | A Practical Guide

A practical framework for documenting active efforts in ICWA cases, including federal requirements, common record failures, and a hearing-ready checklist.

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QEW Qualification Under 25 C.F.R. § 23.122 | What Courts Require

A guide to QEW qualification under federal ICWA regulations, including preferred expert categories, Tribal consultation, objections, and pre-hearing preparation.

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ICWA Inquiry & Notice Compliance | Step-by-Step Guide

A step-by-step guide to ICWA inquiry and notice, including reason-to-know triggers, required notice content, timing, and state-law variations.

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ICWA Placement Preferences & Good Cause | Practitioner's Guide

A practitioner guide to ICWA placement preference hierarchy, good cause to deviate, diligent search, Tribal preference orders, and record-building.

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