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Notes and Comments on Robert's Rules: Fifth Edition
Notes and Comments on Robert’s Rules, Fifth Edition is a practical companion to Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised (12th Edition), written for those who need more than a citation to the rule book when real procedural questions arise.
Written in a clear question-and-answer format drawn from real meeting experience, the book explains some of the most frequently misunderstood and disputed provisions of parliamentary law, providing context, explanation, and practical guidance for applying the rules in real meetings.
The Fifth Edition has been fully updated to reflect the Twelfth Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised, including expanded treatment of electronic meetings, virtual voting, and modern meeting practices.
Used by chairs, parliamentarians, attorneys, and association leaders, Notes and Comments on Robert’s Rules, Fifth Edition fills the gap between the black-and-white rules and real-world application and was awarded the Phifer Award for excellence in parliamentary literature.
Written in a clear question-and-answer format drawn from real meeting experience, the book explains some of the most frequently misunderstood and disputed provisions of parliamentary law, providing context, explanation, and practical guidance for applying the rules in real meetings.
The Fifth Edition has been fully updated to reflect the Twelfth Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised, including expanded treatment of electronic meetings, virtual voting, and modern meeting practices.
Used by chairs, parliamentarians, attorneys, and association leaders, Notes and Comments on Robert’s Rules, Fifth Edition fills the gap between the black-and-white rules and real-world application and was awarded the Phifer Award for excellence in parliamentary literature.
240 pages, Paperback
Published September 13, 2022
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Jim Slaughter
5 books15 followersJim Slaughter is an attorney and professional parliamentarian who advises organizations across the United States on meeting procedure, governance, and the practical application of parliamentary law. He is a Certified Professional Parliamentarian, Professional Registered Parliamentarian, and past President of the American College of Parliamentary Lawyers.
He has served as parliamentarian to thousands of meetings, ranging from small homeowner and condominium association boards to large conventions and annual meetings. His work focuses on helping organizations conduct meetings that are efficient, fair, and legally defensible.
Jim is the author of four books on parliamentary procedure and effective meetings, including Robert’s Rules of Order Fast Track and Notes and Comments on Robert’s Rules, Fifth Edition, both updated for the Twelfth Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised.
For more information, visit www.jimslaughter.com.
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He has served as parliamentarian to thousands of meetings, ranging from small homeowner and condominium association boards to large conventions and annual meetings. His work focuses on helping organizations conduct meetings that are efficient, fair, and legally defensible.
Jim is the author of four books on parliamentary procedure and effective meetings, including Robert’s Rules of Order Fast Track and Notes and Comments on Robert’s Rules, Fifth Edition, both updated for the Twelfth Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised.
For more information, visit www.jimslaughter.com.
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Notes and Comments on Robert’s Rules, Fifth Edition is written for those who need more than a citation to the rule book when real procedural questions arise. It complements my shorter guide, Robert’s Rules of Order Fast Track, by providing deeper explanation, context, and history for the most commonly misunderstood provisions of parliamentary law.
The book is organized in a question-and-answer format drawn from real meeting experience and has been fully updated for the Twelfth Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised, including expanded treatment of electronic and virtual meetings.
The book has received the Phifer Award from the Commission on American Parliamentary Practice. Whatever your level of experience, my hope is that you will find it practical, clarifying, and useful in real meetings.
Notes and Comments on Robert’s Rules, Fifth Edition is written for those who need more than a citation to the rule book when real procedural questions arise. It complements my shorter guide, Robert’s Rules of Order Fast Track, by providing deeper explanation, context, and history for the most commonly misunderstood provisions of parliamentary law.
The book is organized in a question-and-answer format drawn from real meeting experience and has been fully updated for the Twelfth Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised, including expanded treatment of electronic and virtual meetings.
The book has received the Phifer Award from the Commission on American Parliamentary Practice. Whatever your level of experience, my hope is that you will find it practical, clarifying, and useful in real meetings.
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