Firm News
Court Orders Connecticut Borough To Tax Residents to Pay Major Attorney Fee Award in RLUIPA Case
Civil rights litigation is vitally important. But it is neither easy nor cheap. It is often a war of attrition between a plaintiff with limited resources and a taxpayer-funded government defendant. In light of this funding imbalance, many government defendants fight even the most meritorious […]
Read MoreKnow your (water) rights before purchasing that lakefront home
Land use attorney highlights eight considerations when buying waterfront property Media Contacts: Barbara Fornasiero, EAFocus Communications; barbara@eafocus.com; 248.260.8466; Daniel Dalton; ddalton@daltontomich.com; 248.229.2329 Detroit—June 23, 2020—Outdoor recreation seekers are flocking to the water now that summer is here and states have begun relaxing their COVID-19 restrictions, […]
Read MoreProtestant denominational splits continue as churches make plans to separate from Reformed Church in America and Christian Reform Church
Religious property attorney outlines key legal areas of contention in separations Media Contacts: Barbara Fornasiero, EAFocus Communications; barbara@eafocus.com; 248.260.8466; Daniel Dalton; ddalton@daltontomich.com; 248.229.2329 Detroit—June 18, 2020—Daniel P. Dalton, a religious property attorney, co-founder of Detroit-based Dalton + Tomich,and author of an eBook about protocols for […]
Read MoreCourt of Appeals Allows Docks and Mooring of Boats in Private Park
One of the more common issues when discussing riparian rights is whether access to a privately dedicated park includes the right to access the water and erect docks. While certain legal principles control the analysis, each case is decided on its own facts. Recently, the […]
Read MoreThe Reality of Racism and Zoning, Part II
My partner Daniel Dalton just published a blog entitled The Reality of Racism and Zoning. His blog touches on how we, as a law firm, have seen race play a role in zoning. He highlights how municipal zoning policies have been used as a means […]
Read MoreThe Reality of Racism and Zoning
The news of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor is now part of the collective conscious of America. The senseless deaths has brought the reality of racism into our lives and shaken us to a core. Racism is not new in zoning. Studies have confirmed […]
Read MoreA Legal Guide for Reopening Places of Worship
Places of worship all across the country are eager to reopen but are struggling with how and when they can do so. Based on our experience working with congregations in different states, we have put to together this quick guide to help them understand their […]
Read MoreLocal Churches Prevail over Denominational Trust Clause Claims
For those following the issues of enforceability of the Methodist and Reformed Church claims of trust over property, the Texas Supreme Court issued and opinion on May 22,2020 striking a blow to denominations and freeing local congregations who wish to retain their property and leave […]
Read MoreFederal Court of Appeals Rejects Illinois Churches’ Emergency Request for an Injunction
On Saturday, May 16, 2020, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals issued an order indicating that two Illinois churches are unlikely to succeed in their efforts to challenge Governor Pritzker’s Executive Order which limits gatherings to no more than ten people. By way of background, […]
Read MoreDalton & Tomich files lawsuit against Wakulla County, Florida on behalf of City Walk – Urban Mission
Lawsuit seeks to secure City Walk’s right under RLUIPA to continue ministry open to registered sex offenders Media Contacts: Barbara Fornasiero, EAFocus Communications; barbara@eafocus.com; 248.260.8466; Noel Sterett; nsterett@daltontomich.com ; 815.997.7221 Detroit —- May 6, 2020—Noel Sterett, a religious liberty attorney and partner at the law […]
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Mitchell CorderAdministrative Bishop Church of God, Tennessee
In my role as Administrative Bishop for the Church of God, quite often we are faced with issues that involve local governments and municipalities. Many of these issues that arise in dealing with entities are land use related. I have found Dalton & Tomich’s experience and expertise in this area to be a valuable resource and asset in every situation.
Tim RhodusLead Pastor, Cross Church Carlinville & Staunton, IL
Never one time during a year-long litigation process did Dalton & Tomich demonstrate anything other than Christ-like professionalism. They managed the legal details, while we continued to do church. How they managed themselves, managed our case, and represented our church set the table for me and our church to be where we are today.
Ronnie HolmesSenior Pastor, Church of the Open Door, Waco, TX
Dalton & Tomich’s expertise and experience helped us through a very difficult legal journey, ultimately achieving a favorable outcome. Their personal interest in helping us went “above and beyond” just the call of duty.