Miller Johnson Attorney Erin Lane Re-Appointed to the State Bar of Michigan American Indian Law Committee
GRAND RAPIDS – October 1, 2026 – Miller Johnson is pleased to announce that Erin Lane has been re-appointed to the State Bar of Michigan’s American Indian Law Committee. The State Bar of Michigan’s American Indian Law Committee serves as a resource for attorneys and stakeholders involved in matters affecting tribal governments, Native American communities, and federal Indian law. Lane’s reappointment reflects her continued leadership and contributions to this important area of practice.
Lane is an accomplished trial attorney and litigator with extensive experience representing clients in complex legal matters both domestically and internationally. Drawing on years of work in some of the world’s most challenging environments, she helps clients navigate high-stakes disputes, mitigate legal risk, and achieve strategic business objectives through effective advocacy and counsel.
Drawing on extensive experience in federal Indian law, Lane leads Miller Johnson’s Native American Law group and advises tribal governments, tribal entities, and organizations on complex legal and regulatory issues. Her prior service as Tribal Liaison for the U.S. Department of Justice in the Western District of Michigan provides unique insight into the legal, regulatory, and governmental matters facing tribes today. This experience enables her to assist clients with government-to-government relations, regulatory compliance, economic development initiatives, and complex federal Indian law litigation.
Lane has significant experience litigating federal Indian law matters and is dedicated to advancing tribal sovereignty, self-determination, and economic development through her legal practice.
Lane earned her J.D. from the Michigan State University College of Law and holds a M.A. in Criminal Justice, summa cum laude, from Loyola University Chicago.
The Michigan Legislature established the State Bar of Michigan in 1935. By law, members include all persons who are licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan. The State Bar is a Public Body Corporate funded primarily by member dues and not by governmental appropriations. The State Bar operates under the supervision of the Michigan Supreme Court and is governed by the Michigan Supreme Court Rules concerning the State Bar of Michigan. The mission of the State Bar is to aid in promoting improvements in the administration of justice and advancements in jurisprudence, improving relations between the legal profession and the public, and promoting the interests of the legal profession in this state.
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