Category Archives: Church Law
IRS Change on Churches Endorsing Political Candidates
Dear Clients and Friends, On July 7, 2025 an interesting development occurred in the UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS. In a lawsuit between the National Religious Broadcasters and the IRS, the IRS stated that churches can endorse political candidates to their congregations without risking the loss of their tax-exempt status. This… Read More »
Podcast Interview with Rev. John P. Joseph on How to Keep Your Church Safe
Dear Clients and Friends, I was recently interviewed by Rev. Kenneth Chiarelli with Christians for Revival on the topic of “How to Keep Your Church Safe From Legal Trouble.” Check it out! The speaker is not providing legal advice only legal information. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute an… Read More »
**Legal Services Available**
Dear Clients and Friends, I represent churches, evangelists, schools, and other nonprofit entities that are in need of legal services. Most of my clients need assistance in the following areas: Unincorporated Association converts to a Nonprofit Corporation Prepare and file Articles of Incorporation for a new ministry. Incorporate a Church’s School Amend or Restate… Read More »
Let Me Take This Opportunity to Highly Recommend Attorney John Joseph
Hiring Attorney John Joseph and having him represent the church was the BEST decision I have made in a long time. Without him we would not have closed on some vacant church property. After several attempts working with a realtor and title company, for whatever reason the sale was NOT happening. It kept on… Read More »
Rev. John Joseph, Esq. CCA Represents Churches and Other Nonprofit Entities
Dear Clients and Friends, Rev. John Joseph, Esq. CCA represents churches and other nonprofit entities who are in need of legal counseling and assistance. Most of our clients need help in these common areas which we have assisted them over the past 12 months: Unincorporated Association convert to a Nonprofit Corporation Prepare and file Articles of Incorporation… Read More »
Churches and Submersibles
Dear Clients and Friends, It has been reported the passengers aboard the OceanGate’s Titan submersible signed waivers understanding the risk of injury or death before the trip. But those waivers may not protect the company. Waivers may work in cases of “simple negligence”, but they may not hold up if there is “gross negligence”… Read More »
Justice Department Launches New ADA Website
Dear Clients and Friends: Last week the U.S. Department of Justice announced that it has launched a new and improved version of its Americans with Disabilities Act website, ada.gov. The updated version of the website is designed to more effectively serve the public and help expand access for people with disabilities. It has a… Read More »
Church Wins Against City For “Parking Violations”
Dear Clients and Friends, A Tampa Federal Court ordered the City of St. Pete Beach to pay Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church $250,000 in attorney fees and costs in a legal battle over its alleged improper public use of its parking lot. This was reported by the United Church of Christ. Basically, the City objected… Read More »
Florida Annual Report Reminder
Dear Clients and Friends, Please file your 2022 Annual Report with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. This is very important because it verifies the leadership authority of your corporate entity. Failure to do so may result in “Administrative Dissolution” of your nonprofit. In fact, annual reports are due by the third Friday… Read More »
National Church Administration Day
Dear Clients and Friends, October 21st is National Church Administration Day. This is the day to recognize those who assist in supporting your ministry. I encourage you to thank them for their efforts and faithfulness. It is also a timely reminder for the leadership to undergo a review of the ministry systems and operations.
