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WELCOME TO

STRONGHOLD CONSULTING

Building tribal court systems, drafting tribal codes, and training judicial officers, So your Nation's justice system reflects your Nation's values.

WHY STRONGHOLD CONSULTING

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DECADES WORKING WITH TRIBAL NATIONS

 

Over ten years partnering with tribal nations on tribal court development, code drafting, and governance.

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NATIVE LEAD TRAINING

 

 

Founded by a tribal member with a Juris Doctor (Law Degree) and a LLM (Master of Laws) in Trial and Appellate Advocacy.

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CULTURALLY GROUNDED

LEGAL WORK 

 

Every code and court system we build is tailored to your Nation’s culture, traditions, and legal priorities.

OUR MISSION

At Stronghold Consulting LLC, our mission is to strengthen tribal sovereignty by delivering culturally grounded, legally sound, and strategically innovative services to tribal governments and Native-led organizations. We are committed to advancing justice through the development of tribal courts, laws, and governance systems, and amplifying Native voices through effective legislative advocacy and policy reform. Guided by tradition, integrity, and experience, we stand as a trusted partner in building sovereign, self-determined futures across Indian Country. 

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Our Approach

Tribal Nations need laws built for their communities,  not adapted from state or federal templates that ignore cultural context, traditions, and the reality of tribal life.

We help Nations design legal frameworks and court systems that:

Affirm sovereignty by demonstrating inherent governing authority

Preserve cultural integrity by reflecting the values and traditions of the Nation

Deliver real justice through systems tailored to the social and economic realities of tribal citizens

Stand up to scrutiny as legally recognized, professionally drafted, and fully functional

Whether you’re starting from scratch or modernizing an existing court, we bring the tools, expertise, and proven strategies to get it done.

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“A tribal court is more than a venue for resolving disputes. It is a direct expression of a Nation’s authority to govern itself, and the laws it applies must reflect the values, traditions, and priorities of the people it serves.”

− Travis Miller, Founder

Travis Miller | Founder of Stronghold Consulting, LLC

Stronghold Consulting LLC was founded by its Chief Executive Officer, Travis Miller. He is a tribal member of the Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohicans and descendant of the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe. 

 

Travis holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Indigenous Liberal Studies from the Institute of American Indian Arts, a Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law, and a Masters of Laws (LL.M.) in Trial and Appellate Advocacy from Loyola University Chicago.

 

He was raised on the Mohican reservation in central Wisconsin where he was immersed in his tribal community and tribal culture. Today, he has over a decade of experience working with Tribal Nations and Native-led organizations throughout the United States and applies his legal education and life experience to strengthening tribal sovereignty.

Our Practice Areas

Tribal Code Drafting

Custom legal codes drafted from the ground up to reflect your Nation's values, traditions, and governance priorities.

Court Training Sessions

Hands-on training for newly established and existing tribal courts, customized to your jurisdiction.

Judicial Bench Training

Practical instruction for tribal judges on courtroom management, procedural fairness, and bench conduct.

Judicial Writing Training

 

Workshops on drafting clear, well-reasoned opinions and orders that withstand review.

Judicial Ethics Training

Ethics frameworks and case-based training grounded in both tribal values and best practices in judicial conduct.

Child in Need of Care Training

Specialized training for handling CINA cases with cultural competence and procedural rigor.

Evidence Training

Foundational and advanced evidence training for judges, advocates, and court staff in tribal jurisdictions.

(VAWA/TLOA) Training

Training on implementing Violence Against Women Act and Tribal Law and Order Act jurisdiction in your court.

Other Services

Don't see what you need? We take on custom projects across tribal law, governance, and policy reform.

Ready to Strengthen Your Nation's Sovereignty?

Whether you’re drafting a new code, building a court from the ground up, or training your judicial officers, Stronghold Consulting partners with you every step of the way.

 

Phone: (505) 304-8802 | Email Travis directly at travis@stronghold-consult.com