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LA FOP Labor Council
Determined to build a more professional alternative to
traditional police representation, the Louisiana FOP State Lodge has formed the
Louisiana FOP Labor Council. The council is dedicated to organizing, training,
and supporting members in the pursuit of stability to the law enforcement
profession statewide.
To join, FOP members must be an active or retired member in
good standing of the State Lodge.
- Legal Representation
- Civil
- Criminal
- Administrative
- Legal Opinions
- Research
- Training
- Grievance proceedings
- A unified voice in Louisiana with over 4,400 members
As a member of the Louisiana Labor Council, you will be
automatically enrolled in the FOP Legal Defense Plan. This plan covers all
reasonable and necessary legal fees when you use a plan attorney.
The FOP Legal Defense Plan is owned by the FOP and is
managed by police officers.
Do I have to use an attorney
that is on the plan or can I choose my own lawyer?
You have the option of using your own attorney, but you must
cover the preset deductible before the plan takes effect.
Can my attorney join the
plan?
Yes, he or she can. He would be required to file a
re-question to join. Attorneys must maintain at least $150,000 in malpractice
insurance, must not have any pending ethics complaints, and agree to accept the
fees paid by the plan in order to join.
Legal Representation --
Administrative
Any administrative action or proceeding involving: salary,
dismissal, change of assignment, demotion, promotion, leave of absence,
resignation or other professional rights, duties or responsibilities and arising
within the scope of the participant's employment. The issuance, suspension,
cancellation or revocation of any credential, which credential is required for
law enforcement personnel, certification of license issued by federal, state or
local authorities, which credential is required. Administrative sanctions
against a participant by any law enforcement authority related to or arising
from a participant's employment as a peace officer.
Legal Representation -- Civil
Any civil action or proceeding
against a participant arising out of the activities of that participant in the
course and scope of employment as a peace officer.
Legal Representation --
Criminal
Any criminal action or proceeding against a participant
arising out of activities of that participant in the course and scope of
employment as a peace officer.
Members may receive written opinions from council attorneys
on employment matters as approved by Regional Coordinators.
Reliable data is critical to the negotiation of job
stability. Awareness of settlements and legal decisions enhance and increase
your effectiveness in your negotiating capabilities.
- Organizational Development
- Negotiating Grievances
- Adjudication
- Labor Issues
Who are these instructors?
They are FOP members experienced and qualified in their
distinctive fields concerning law enforcement labor issues.
Maintaining good communication is the necessary lifeblood of
an effective unit. Constant up-to-date information will serve as the backbone of
your local effort.
Daily updates of vital information can be sent via an e-mail
database currently in place. Also, important information is made available
through the Louisiana FOP Journal.
We will assist your unit in preparing your proposal and
negotiating contracts.
The LA FOP believes...
- Members know best who they are and what they need.
- Trained local leaders have a vested interest to make
decisions and deal in contract issues.
- Real local strength comes from local leaders and
members.
- There is no other police organization in the United States
with the resources within the Fraternal Order of Police.
We Advise, You Decide!
Contact us at Louisiana FOP, 200 Laurel St., Baton Rouge,
LA 70801; toll-free: 1-877-527-8367; or e-mail
us.
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