Recent Blog Posts
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 »
**Estate Planning Seminar**
Dear Client and Friends: I wish to thank GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CHURCH of Brooksville, FL for inviting me to speak at their Senior Adult group “Grace Builders”. Senior Pastor Daniel Norris and his associate Ron Hansen made me feel so welcome. I spoke on the importance and the current state of law on Wills… Read More »
*Florida Annual Report Reminder**
Dear Clients and Friends, Please file your 2023 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… Read More »
2022 Contribution Report
Dear Clients and Friends, Pastors, treasurers and bookkeepers are busy this month preparing their contribution statements for 2022. You want to include checks, cash, money orders and credit card payments. Also, do not forget those donations made online! I suggest including the name and address of the church and add the following phrase: “No… 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 »
2023 Housing Allowance Reminder
Dear Clients and Friends, Now that we are in December allow me remind you, if you have not done so already, to have your Board of Directors approve your 2023 parsonage and housing allowances. This is done by designating a portion of each ministers compensation as housing allowance. Remember it must be approved in… 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 »
Hiring Non US Citizens with Certain Identification
Dear Clients and Friends, Recently the US Justice Department (“JD”) issued notice of a settlement with a Florida based nonprofit Temple Beth El, a synagogue in Boca Raton that employs teachers and other staff for improper hiring of non US citizens. Basically the Synagogue discriminated against a prospective employee by requiring them to present… Read More »
Suspension or Termination of Church Membership
Dear Clients and Friends, We all know church membership plays a key role in growing a church. It provides opportunity for those who wish to become part of a local church family to feel accepted. It also provides a fishing pool for church leaders to handpick members to grow in leadership. Usually I am… Read More »
