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Dr Loie was awarded the Title of Christian Arbitrator by the YMCA in the year 1995.
He has provided church and nonprofit law services to many organizations when they were in need of general counsel, He has offered negotiation, Conciliation, mediation and arbitration Services. Also formation and incorporation, governance and bylaws, insurance, land use, legal audits, and tax exemption Services. These services have been provided to churches, religious camps, para-religious nonprofits, private independent schools, and nonprofits focused on youth, veterans, and those in need of food, clothing and shelter.
Firstly, Christian Conciliation clauses can be
utilized to resolve a broad spectrum of conflicts, spanning disputes related to
church leadership, building contracts, employment agreements, and business
contracts. Secondly, it is imperative to thoroughly and explicitly explain the
Christian Conciliation clause within a contract. It is to be ensured that parties comprehend
that by signing the agreement, they may forfeit the right to seek resolution in
a secular civil court. It is to be noted as to whether we consider requiring special initials on the Christian
Conciliation clause to signify that the parties fully grasp the implications of
their agreement. Courts will uphold these clauses, but enforcement hinges on
the parties' informed consent—knowing they are waiving their right to a civil
court trial. Thirdly, seek legal counsel familiar with these agreements when
drafting and implementing Christian Conciliation clauses. Legal requirements
for arbitration agreements may vary by state, and compliance may be arbitrary and
unpredictable. Consulting with an experienced attorney ensures that contracts
are enforceable and not vulnerable to technicalities.
Fourthly, if you intend to use the Rules of Procedure for
Christian Conciliation to govern the mediation/arbitration process, ensure that
the other party to the contract has seen, read, and understood these rules.
Make the Rules easily accessible for review, keeping multiple copies on hand,
and consider posting them at the workplace or on your website. Fifthly,
exercise care in selecting arbitrators. Choose arbitrators wisely, ensuring
familiarity and trust. Courts may invalidate arbitration rulings if there is
any evidence of partiality, fraud, or misconduct by the arbitrators. If faced
with challenges in selecting arbitrators, consider seeking the assistance of a
professional attorney skilled in arbitration.
This memorandum is intended for
informational purposes only and does not serve as a substitute for personalized
legal advice tailored to your specific circumstances. Recipients of this memo
are cautioned against making decisions solely based on its content and are
strongly advised to seek professional legal counsel for their unique situation.
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actions taken or refrained from based solely on the information provided in
this memorandum.
For a comprehensive understanding of the most suitable risk management strategy for your church or organization, as well as the incorporation of specific clauses in bylaws, employment documents, or third-party contracts, please reach out to Dr. R. J. A. Stephen Loie at i@loie.in.
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