I have never heard of a template like that. Perhaps point him to the specific law , which is MCL 600.1491(2)(b). We are all required to follow this, and I would think law overrides an office policy.
ETA: I would like to add that, as a registered firm in Michigan, which I'm sure your firm is, the firm agrees and states that it will follow the laws in place. Perhaps the wording from that agreement would be helpful.