About Michael-Corey
Michael-Corey Hinton: Experienced Tribal Nations and Native American Law Attorney in Portland, Maine
Corey Hinton is a leading attorney at Drummond Woodsum, where he leads the firm's Tribal Nations Practice Group. His expertise spans federal Indian law, policy, employment matters, economic development, environmental issues, and resource management.
Practice Areas
- Native American Law
- Tribal Nation Employment Matters
- Economic Development for Native Communities
- Environmental and Natural Resource Issues
- The Fee-to-Trust Process
A citizen of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, Corey leverages his deep tribal experience to provide comprehensive legal counsel. His work includes:
- Advocacy for Tribal Nations, Tribe-owned entities, and entities interfacing with Tribes
- Natural Resources Management (including IFM carbon offset projects)
- Serving indigenous, socially-disadvantaged, and underprivileged communities as a non-profit client advisor
- Matter representation before various federal agencies including the Indian Health Service, EPA, and Department of the Interior
Education & Credentials
A graduate of Arizona State University with a Juris Doctor (JD), Corey has continued to develop his legal acumen through various roles and experiences. Before joining Drummond Woodsum, he served at the National Indian Gaming Commission and the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.
- Former President Native American Bar Association of Washington, D.C.
Affiliations
- Drummond Woodsum, Portland, Maine, United States (current)
Corey is recognized by Best Attorney USA for his Native American law work since 2021. He volunteers and mentors at several organizations including the Maine Justice Foundation, Abbe Museum, and 4theFutureFoundation.org.
Languages
- Passamaquoddy, Native American Language (fluent)
In his free time, Corey dedicates himself to improving the lives of Tribal Nations youth by organizing sports/life skills camps and community-based opportunities at the Thompson Brothers' 4theFutureFoundation.org. He also enjoys language learning and cultural activities as a member of the Passamaquoddy Tribe.
