Church Law 

From the ABCs of setting up and organizing a church, to preparing governing documents, to assist with day to day operations and management, to handling disputes and split from a denomination, the attorneys at Mauck & Baker have been helping and assisting churches.

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Even the most mindful congregations can encounter unexpected legal issues, so let us help you prepare for and prevent problems before they have the chance to arise.

Areas of Service:

Religious Land Use/Zoning

Right of Conscience

Bylaw Drafting

Employment & Governance

Risk Prevention

Facility Use Agreements

Organizational Structuring

Denominational Splits

Inter-Ministry Splits

Peace-Keeping Mediation

Arbitration

What Our Clients Are Saying:

"This firm helped our church to get a land tax issue resolved. They were efficient and thorough and got it resolved very very quickly. This saved our church over $100,000. This firm is very much about bringing glory to God in their practice."

— Autry Watkins, Pastor of Transformation Church

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1 North LaSalle St.

Suite 600

Chicago, IL 60602

info@mauckbaker.com

312-726-1243

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