Like any other business institution, churches and other religious organizations, and the individuals who work for them, need honest, aggressive advocacy when involved in a dispute. At the same time, the attorney who represents them needs to understand the ecclesiastical context that is involved when dealing with a religious entity.

When disputes arise involving a religious organization, Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC has experience in representing the organization as well as individuals involved in the church. Attorney Richard E. Santee Jr. has more than 20 years of experience serving in a variety of roles for the Moravian Church, including serving as a lay member of its administrative body and as its former chancellor. Attorney Joanne Kelhart has also served her church in a variety of disciplines and represents the Philadelphia Presbytery as its general counsel. Attorney Richard Eugene Santee currently serves as the chancellor (general counsel) to the Moravian Church, Northern Province. The lawyers of Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC use their unique knowledge and insight to provide exceptional service on behalf of their clients.

Advising Congregations, Church Employees and Other Religious Entities

Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC provides legal representation and advice to local churches in cases involving conflict between congregations and relationships between churches and their employees. The issues the firm handles include:

  • Disputes between church members and congregations
  • Contract disputes
  • Internal congregational disputes
  • Guidance on church governance and policy

Many church law issues involve the interpretation of the terms of the governing document. While disagreements over these terms can be resolved through negotiations, the lawyers of Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC are known for their litigation skills and are prepared to take on the contentious matters that require more aggressive intervention.

The Law Firm You Need for Church Conflict Resolution

The Lehigh Valley church law attorneys of Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC welcome inquiry from religious organizations and their members. We are pleased to provide counsel and representation focused on the goals, rights, and interests of the client. Contact us at 610-691-7000 to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our attorneys.

Church Governance, Policy and Conflict Resolution

Like any other business institution, churches and other religious organizations, and the individuals who work for them, need honest, aggressive advocacy when involved in a dispute. At the same time, the attorney who represents them needs to understand the ecclesiastical context that is involved when dealing with a religious entity.

When disputes arise involving a religious organization, Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC has experience in representing the organization as well as individuals involved in the church. Attorney Richard E. Santee Jr. has more than 20 years of experience serving in a variety of roles for the Moravian Church, including serving as a lay member of its administrative body and as its former chancellor. Attorney Joanne Kelhart has also served her church in a variety of disciplines and represents the Philadelphia Presbytery as its general counsel. Attorney Richard Eugene Santee currently serves as the chancellor (general counsel) to the Moravian Church, Northern Province. The lawyers of Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC use their unique knowledge and insight to provide exceptional service on behalf of their clients.

Advising Congregations, Church Employees and Other Religious Entities

Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC provides legal representation and advice to local churches in cases involving conflict between congregations and relationships between churches and their employees. The issues the firm handles include:

  • Disputes between church members and congregations
  • Contract disputes
  • Internal congregational disputes
  • Guidance on church governance and policy

Many church law issues involve the interpretation of the terms of the governing document. While disagreements over these terms can be resolved through negotiations, the lawyers of Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC are known for their litigation skills and are prepared to take on the contentious matters that require more aggressive intervention.

The Law Firm You Need for Church Conflict Resolution

The Lehigh Valley church law attorneys of Shay Santee & Kelhart LLC welcome inquiry from religious organizations and their members. We are pleased to provide counsel and representation focused on the goals, rights, and interests of the client. Contact us at 610-691-7000 to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our attorneys.