Gideon Law Group, LLC is a specialized legal practice dedicated exclusively to church law and nonprofit legal counsel, serving religious organizations with ministry-trained advocacy and deep understanding of spiritual leadership. The firm stands out for its unique background, combining legal expertise with firsthand ministry experience to protect, guide, and empower churches and faith-based nonprofits.
With a founding partner who transitioned from youth ministry to law, the team brings over 20 years of experience working with some of the largest ministries and nonprofits nationwide. They focus on proactive legal oversight, helping clients establish sound governance, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks before issues escalate. Their approach centers on serving as general counsel, functioning as the primary legal advisor to pastors, boards, and executives, allowing leaders to focus on mission and growth rather than legal complexities.
Services Offered
- Church law
- Nonprofit legal counsel
- General counsel services
- Bylaw implementation and review
- Leadership succession planning
- Employee agreement drafting and review
- Documentation for major decisions
- Financial oversight and policy development
- Child safety and abuse prevention policies
- Contract and insurance policy review
- 501(c)(3) compliance
- Cybersecurity and data privacy practices
- Payroll and employment compliance
- Church discipline documentation
- Board governance and liability protection
- Legal counsel for religious private schools
- International, federal, state, and local government liaison services
The firm serves churches, synagogues, religious nonprofits, ministries, and religious private schools across the country, offering services in English and providing free initial consultations to assess each organization’s unique needs and legal standing.
