Judge Michelle Kane
Michelle Kane was sworn in as a Tribal Court Judge in August 2024.

Judge Kane became a Tribal Court Judge to make a difference in the lives of Tribal Members and their families. She wants to be a person that Tribal Members can trust when they are at their most vulnerable and know that she has their best interests at heart.

The Tribe’s traditional values are important to Judge Kane. She appreciates the opportunity that the Tribal Court provides to make decisions based on traditional values and culture, with a focus on healing.

Judge Kane is undergoing Tribal Court training and learning the Tribal Court Code. She will attend the National American Indian Court Judges Association Conference and National Indian Child Welfare Conference. She looks forward to pursuing additional training as opportunities arise. Judge Kane is also pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

Judge Kane looks forward to seeing her fellow Tribal Members heal and grow.