Gabriel S. Galanda is a highly acclaimed Indigenous human rights attorney and the managing lawyer at Galanda Broadman, PLLC, a Seattle-based law firm dedicated to Indigenous rights. Throughout his career, Galanda has tirelessly fought for the rights of Indigenous peoples, challenging federal, state, local, and tribal government actors and others who violate these fundamental rights.

Galanda's exceptional legal work has earned him widespread recognition, including being named to Best Lawyers in America from 2007 to 2024 and being dubbed a Super Lawyer by his peers from 2013 to 2024. He has also received prestigious awards such as the American Bar Association's Spirit of Excellence Award in 2022 and the Washington State Bar Association's Excellence in Diversity Award in 2014.

In addition to his legal practice, Galanda is a prolific scholar and lecturer on Indigenous rights issues. He has published influential articles in prestigious law journals and has lectured at top universities across the United States. His work has also taken him to the international stage, where he has testified before the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights.

Galanda's unwavering dedication to Indigenous rights stems from his deep connection to his heritage. He is a member of the Round Valley Indian Tribes of California, descending from the Nomlaki and Concow Peoples. This personal connection fuels his passion for justice and his commitment to protecting the rights of Indigenous communities.

Gabe was a recent guest on "The Day With Trae" where he discussed Converge Media’s Nooksack 306 documentary, focusing on the issue of disenrollment within the Nooksack Tribe.