Thomas J. Balch, Parliamentarian
Fee Schedule
These fees reflect that Balch typically serves those needing high-level parliamentary assistance. However, he is prepared to negotiate discounted services for non-profit, religious and student groups, and is willing to consider negotiated flat fees, in place of hourly fees, for individual projects such as bylaws consultation or preparation of a professional parliamentary opinion. For clients receiving regular parliamentary assistance, he is happy to negotiate retainer contracts.
Meeting or convention parliamentarian:
Meeting of 4 hours or less, each day
$1100
Meeting or convention parliamentarian:
Meeting of more than 4 hours, each day
$2100
Professional presiding officer:
10% discount on meeting parliamentarian fees
Teaching workshop or presentation:
2 hours or less
$500
Teaching workshop or presentation:
2-4 hours
$750
Teaching workshop or presentation:
More than 4 hours, each day
$1000
Preparation of professional parliamentary opinions, bylaws amendments, review of bylaws or other governing documents (with recommendations for improvement) or other provision of advice or consultation on parliamentary procedure
$200/hour
Substantial travel time (requiring more than about an hour round trip); in addition, when substantial travel is required, reasonable reimbursement for (or client provision of) meals, lodging and airfare or other transportation expense
$150/hour
Reimbursement of reasonable expenses is also expected.