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Laws, Bylaws, & Robert’s Rules

By Sarah E. Merkle on March 6, 2019
Posted in Bylaws, Governing Documents

I’ve talked before about how to know whether the law, your bylaws, or Robert’s Rules apply in a given situation. Here’s an infographic that helps explain the priority of rules in an organization. Download a printable copy in the Resource Center.

Laws, Bylaws, & Robert's Rules Infographic

A Beginner’s Guide to Governing Documents & Rules

By Sarah E. Merkle on March 7, 2018
Posted in Bylaws, Governing Documents

A Beginner’s Guide to Governing Documents & RulesI talk a lot on this blog about Robert’s Rules. But let’s be clear that Robert’s Rules (or your parliamentary authority of choice) is not the end-all, be-all. Truth-be-told, there are many sets of rules that your organization must follow. Here’s a quick primer on them and how they work together.

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How to Ignore Robert’s Rules and Do Your Own Thing

By Sarah E. Merkle on February 28, 2018
Posted in Bylaws, Governing Documents

How to Ignore Robert’s Rules and Do Your Own ThingDoes parliamentary procedure matter? Absolutely. But we all know that Robert’s Rules can really cramp your style. (Eighth wonder of the world: A parliamentarian actually admits the frustrations of procedure!) So, some good news: Naming a parliamentary authority (such as Robert’s Rules of Order) in your bylaws doesn’t mean it becomes the bible.…

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Bradley’s The Law of Order blog serves as a general parliamentary procedure resource, providing information about creation and revision of governing documents (constitutions, bylaws, or rules), application of Robert’s Rules of Order and other procedural authorities in a variety of contexts (such as nonprofits, political parties, homeowners associations, unions, churches, trade associations), and leadership of any type of organizational meeting. In an effort to make all things parliamentary more accessible, The Law of Order provides practical information, advice, and strategy for navigating the legal and procedural complexities of board and committee meetings, delegate meetings, conventions, and the like.

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