Our Nonprofit (NPO) Law Team
Myers Widders understands what makes nonprofits different. Our Nonprofit/Tax-Exempt Practice serves tax-exempt organizations and foundations throughout California.
We concentrate on
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Formation
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Governance
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Tax (federal, state and local)
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General day-to-day business and corporate issues
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Refine your mission and vision statement
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Incorporate
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Obtain State and Federal exemption status
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Establish a board of directors
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Obtain in-depth training
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Compliance
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Insurance disputes
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Labor and employment matters
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Litigation
Our experienced and compassionate attorneys have provided these services to all types of nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations, including
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Charitable organizations
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Educational organizations
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Medical research organizations
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Hospitals
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Private foundations
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Social welfare organizations
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Think tanks
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Arts and cultural institutions
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Labor organizations
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Trade associations
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Social clubs
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Political organizations
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Community associations (HOA)
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and other non-profit organizations.
We offer comprehensive counsel to nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations, assisting them with respect to all aspects of nonprofit corporate formation, maintenance and representation.
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Preparing all organizational documents, e.g. articles of incorporation, bylaws, trusts)
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Preparation and filing of the Form 1023 or 1024 Applications for Recognition of Exemption under Sections 501(c) 3, (c) 4 (c) 6 and (c) 7 of the Internal Revenue Code.
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Advice as to IRS Form 990 (Annual Tax Information Return)
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Advising on Operational Issues
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State Laws Regarding Non-Profit Legal Status
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State Regulatory Compliance
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Governance and Policy Issues
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Conflicts of Interest Policies and Interpretation
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Duties of Board of Directors and Officers
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Real Estate Transactions
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Third Party Contracts
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Formation, Restructuring and Dissolution Issues
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Liabilities of Volunteers and Internships
Whether you are considering forming a nonprofit organization or you are serving on a nonprofit organization, we are equipped to handle all your related legal matters. Call us at (805) 644-7188 today.


