Non Profit Attorney Walnut Creek CA Non Profit Lawyer Contra Costa County California

Not-For-Profit Entities

Non-profit entities have special needs and concerns when they enter into transactions or engage in disputes. Our attorneys are experienced in the organizational and transactional issues facing non-profits, including employee policies and tax issues. We understand that such entities are sensitive to the cost and potential adverse publicity that litigation often entails.

Our attorneys are skilled in resolving disputes not only by means of litigation when unavoidable, but also by alternative methods of dispute resolution. We advise non-profit entities regarding employment matters, including hiring, firing, employment contracts and severance. We also advise clients on matters concerning the corporate fiduciary and record-keeping obligations unique to non-profits.

501(c)(3) Advice and Corporate Recordkeeping

Religious nonprofit corporations have special needs and requirements. Our corporate attorneys have expertise in counseling churches and ministries to meet the requirements of the law, including reporting requirements. Our attorneys also counsel our religious nonprofit clients on employment matters.
Formation and Governance (nonprofit)
- Entity Type and Domicile
- Founders’ Agreements
- Financing
- Employee Relations
- Record-Keeping and Regulatory Compliance
- Business formations both in California and out of state
- Creation and operation of corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies and other forms of doing business
- Buy-sell, voting and other types of agreements among founders
- Advice to employers on all employment matters
Trade Associations and Not For Profit Entities

Our attorneys understand the special needs of trade associations and nonprofit entities. We specialize in helping these corporations deal effectively with governance, succession, and corporate records, as well as employment matters and dispute resolution.