Formation, Operations & Governance

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
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Forward-Thinking Legal Guidance: Formation, Operations & Governance

At the outset, we help clients identify the most appropriate entity form and tax-exempt status to achieve the nonprofit’s charitable goals, such as 501(c)(3) or (c)(4), private foundations, or non-exempt trade groups.

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Formation, Operations, & Governance

OUR SERVICES

  • Establishing Corporate Entities
  • Securing and Sustaining 501(c)(3) or other Tax-Exempt Status
  • Advise on Audit and Revenue Requirements to Keep an Exemption
  • Counsel on Partnerships with Public and Private Entities, Including Joint Ventures and Mergers
  • Training on Board Responsibilities and Governance
  • Drafting and Reviewing Bylaws and Board Policies

Formation, Operations, & Governance Team Leaders

Meet the attorneys and team leaders who specialize in this practice area.

Lisa A. Corr, a smiling woman with wavy brown hair, is elegantly dressed in a dark blazer and a necklace. She stands against a plain background, radiating confidence and poise.
Lisa A. Corr
Partner
John C. Lemmo, with short gray hair, dons a dark blazer and light shirt as he smiles warmly at the camera against a plain background.
John C. Lemmo
Partner
Paul C. Minney
Founder / Partner
Kimberly Rodriguez, with short gray hair, dons a black blazer and white shirt, flashing a warm smile at the camera.
Kimberly Rodriguez
Senior Counsel
Janelle A. Ruley, with short hair and glasses, beams at the camera wearing a patterned top under a dark blazer.
Janelle A. Ruley
Partner
Francia Orduno
Francia Orduno
Associate
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Jerry W. Simmons
Partner