Welcome to the website of the Orthodox Christian Attorney Network! We're a fellowship of Orthodox Christian attorneys and law students from across the United States who share a desire to build relationships and learn to serve our Lord through the legal profession.

 

We are pleased to announce that after six years as an informal group, OCAN has now been formally established as a nonprofit corporation and we're ready to take OCAN's ministry to a higher level.

 

OCAN is not just another professional association. We'd like to help make your legal career a part of your life journey in Christ. As St. Paul said, “Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him” (Col. 3:17).

 

We invite you to join us for what we hope will be a career-transforming journey. Check out our website to learn more about our history, mission, and purposes.

 

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  • At the Foot of Death on Election Night
    11/17/24
    On election night 2024, my perspective changed. On election night, I was reminded of what matters most. I was reminded, once again, of why I am a Christian...
  • Who Does God Want Us to Vote For?
    10/22/24
    Many Americans believe we are upon one of the most momentous elections in the history of our nation, with strong views on both sides of the political spectrum. Each side thinks the other is going to c
  • Faith, Law, & Human Dignity
    09/11/24
    "If, as an attorney or technician within the fields of law or administration in modern society, an Orthodox Christian does not transmit the Orthodox vision, he will then himself be assimilated to the
  • Our “Priestly” Role as Lawyers
    08/13/24
    In the Orthodox Church, we’re often tempted to think that only clergy do “work” for the Lord. But this is not only false, it’s a shirking of our duties as Christians to serve t
  • Churches: Beware of Copyright Trolls
    07/10/24
    A well-meaning volunteer finds a photo of happy volunteers on the web to accompany the priest’s article on service to others.  The article is posted on the church website to edify the faith
  • What’s in a name? 
    07/09/24
    As Orthodox Christians, names mean something to us.  As attorneys, definitions matter. What about our name, “Orthodox Christian Attorneys Network”? What do each of the words mean and
  • Integrating our Faith in our Profession
    06/17/24
    It’s summer and our social calendars have exploded with activity. Our caseload remains high and the occasional emergency appears to be occurring every week. The one constant thread, our Orthodox
  • The Practice of Law as Ascetic Struggle
    05/17/24
    The legal career is not exactly the most conducive to a life of prayer, reflection, and holiness. The billable hour can be tyrannical. Interacting with opposing counsel can be combative and anxiety-in
From Sexual Misconduct & Other Harms

How Lawyers Can Help
September 18, 2024


Sadly, sexual abuse of minors is a risk in any organization where youth are present, including Orthodox churches. And lawsuits for sexual misconduct is the number one reason churches appear in court. OCAN is partnering with Orthodox Youth Ministries to create a model Youth Protection Policy for the Orthodox jurisdictions that don't have one.
 
Watch this webinar recording for a discussion on youth protection issues, including:
  • Why Orthodox parishes must care about youth sexual abuse prevention.
  • On what basis can churches be held liable for sexual abuse?
  • Which church members have a legal obligation to report suspected sexual abuse to law enforcement? 
  • How can you help your parish protect youth from abuse?

Speakers:

Ken Liu, Executive Director, Orthodox Christian Attorney Network
Aleks O. Rushing, Partner and Education Attorney, Husch Blackwell LLP

Recording available here.

The Life of Service, Leadership, and Advocacy:

A Virtual "Fireside Chat" with Three OCAN Deacons

October 24, 2024

The role of a deacon encompasses the Christian ideals of servanthood, leadership, and advocacy -- ideals that are also important in our roles as attorneys. How do we live out these ideals in our careers and lives as Orthodox attorneys?

Listen to this recorded discussion on these important roles in our service to our clients, the legal profession, the Church, and our communities. 

Moderated by OCAN's Spiritual Advisor Fr. David Khorey, the chat features three attorneys who are also deacons:

Protodeacon David Keim - Senior VP & General Counsel-Corporate at SAS, and Protodeacon at All Saints Antiochian Orthodox Church in Raleigh, NC

Archdeacon Justin Bosl - Former litigation partner at Kazan law firm, now Archdeacon for the Metropolitan at the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco, CA

Deacon Andrew Cross - Derivatives and Investment Management Attorney at Blank Rome, and Deacon at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral in Pittsburgh, PA

Recording available here.

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Orthodox Christian Attorney Network 2.0
Kick-Off Meeting 

New to OCAN? Listen to OCAN's Executive Director Ken Liu introduce the newly revamped organization's vision, purposes, and goals, and meet our new Board of Directors.

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Please consider supporting OCAN! 

If you believe in OCAN's mission, please consider a donation to help us in this inaugural year. Your support is crucial for laying a solid foundation for our ministry as we inspire Orthodox attorneys to live out their lives and careers fully for Christ, serve the Orthodox Church, and make a positive impact on our nation and the world.

Join our Founders' Circle Campaign with your generous donation of $500 and more, or initiate a monthly donation of $50 or more by December 31, 2024!

       “The emergence of the Orthodox Christian Attorney Network is a long-awaited and happy development for Orthodox Christianity in the United States. Creating this national pan-Orthodox professional community will clearly enhance the presence of Orthodox Christianity in the legal and judicial systems of our culture, and reinforce the principles and values of our holy faith among an important and underserved portion of our faithful. Having Orthodox Christian leaders in the legal community will doubtless enhance the quality of legal thinking in the United States, and provide a much-needed support system for faithful lawyers around the country. We look forward to the many blessings that will emerge within and because of OCAN.”  

- Eric S. Namee, Managing Member, Hinkle Law Firm and President, Virginia H. Farah Foundation

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