Family Law Services​

Navigating family matters can be complex and emotional. Neswood-Etsitty Law will always advocate for the best interest of the child. Neswood-Etsitty Law provides compassionate and knowledgeable guidance on issues such as divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and property division.

District Court Litigation​​

Civil litigation is complicated and expensive. Neswood-Etsitty Law has experience handling complex civil litigation and can go through options for filing to ensure process is expedited and favorable to the client's expectations. Civil litigation requires a strong focus on strategic legal planning, knowledge of Court rules, case law, and the ability to draft pleadings the Court will understand and utilize for guidance.

Specialized Legal Services​

Neswood-Etsitty Law has experience in litigating matters in administrative forums such as Office of Hearing and Appeals, Navajo Nation Labor Commission, and Office of Navajo Labor Relations. When Navajo Nation contract selections, decisions, employment matters, and other administrative actions are unjustified or unjust, clients can count on Neswood-Etsitty Law to identify whether or not legal challenges are appropriate. Legal actions filed in the Navajo Nation Supreme Court are handled directly by managing owner and attorney Robyn Neswood-Etsitty.

Family Law Counsel and Representation
Family matters can be deeply personal and emotionally challenging. Neswood-Etsitty Law offers compassionate, experienced guidance through every step.

Family Law Services

I. Family Law Matters
Child Custody & Timesharing
Paternity & Child Support
Parenting Plans
Divorce & Legal Separation
Separation Agreements
Modification of Previous Orders
Orders to Show Cause
Contempt Proceedings & Enforcement Remedies

II. Guardianships & Adoption
Minor Guardianships
Adult Guardianships
Adoption

Mental Health Commitments

III. Probate & Property
Probate Administration
Quiet Title Actions

IV. Identity & Personal Records
Name Changes
Correction of Records
Validation of Marriage

V. Protection & Safety
Domestic Violence Protection Orders

Advanced Civil & Jurisdictional Matters
Neswood-Etsitty Law has a sophisticated understanding of the Navajo Nation Legal System and practices Federal Indian Law inside tribal courts to ensure the Navajo Nation is protecting sovereignty and asserting jurisdiction over matters concerning Navajo people. 

District Court Litigation

I. Recognition of Foreign Judgmen
Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments. Order to Show Cause actions. 

II. Complex Civil Litigation
High-stakes, multi-faceted civil litigation.

  • Sovereign Immunity & Tribal Entity Suits: Litigating cases involving tribal governments or tribally affiliated organizations, where issues of jurisdiction and sovereign immunity often arise.

  • Breach of Contract: Handling disputes stemming from the failure to fulfill contractual obligations in business or personal agreements.

  • Legal Review & Compliance: Providing strategic legal analysis of contracts, policies, or transactions to minimize risk, ensure enforceability, and support long-term legal soundness.

Advanced Civil &
Jurisdictional Matters
In addition to primary areas of practice, I offer legal services tailored to complex administrative, procedural, and regulatory matters. These services support individuals, tribal entities, and organizations seeking informed counsel across a variety of legal needs.

Specialized Legal Services

  • Employment & Navajo Preference in Employment Act (NPEA)
    Representing employees and employers in matters related to the NPEA, including hiring practices, employment disputes, and compliance with tribal employment laws.

  • Administrative Law
    Navigating agency proceedings, regulatory compliance, and hearings before tribal administrative bodies.

  • Legal Review
    Providing detailed analysis and risk assessment for contracts, agreements, policies, and other legal documents to ensure clarity, enforceability, and compliance.

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  • Appellate, Post-Judgment & Injunctive Relief
    Handling appeals, motions for reconsideration, stays, and emergency relief—including applications for writs and other extraordinary remedies.

  • Policy Drafting & Legal Writing
    Drafting clear, enforceable policies, procedures, and legal memoranda tailored to the specific needs of governments, tribal entities, and businesses.