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Church and Not-for-Profit Law
Litigation Law
Mediation and Conciliation
Exempt Organizations

HIGHLIGHTS OF PRACTICE:

• Experienced trial attorney, with numerous jury trials and bench trials

• Successfully defended architect in jury trial on multi-million dollar malpractice claim

• Representing churches and individuals in ecclesiastical disputes

• Representing companies and individuals in commercial contract lawsuits

• Defending companies in wrongful termination and other employment claims

• Counseling companies and individuals in strategies to reduce the risk of adverse claims

• Certified Christian Conciliator through the Institute for Christian Conciliation

• As attorney, mediator and arbitrator, assisting clients in the areas of business disputes, employment, personal injury, and church related law

• Representing churches in corporate formation, internal governance, and mergers

• Conducting legal audits for churches and exempt organizations

• Designing and implementing child protection plans to screen workers in youth ministry

• Counseling pastors and church staff on church discipline, clergy confidentiality, and privilege issues

• Advising exempt organizations on employment and tax issues

• Serving as advisor to board members regarding duties and liabilities

• Assisting exempt organizations regarding charitable gifts and planned giving

• Consulting and teaching on church liability issues, child protection, and Christian conciliation