Designation as a non-profit organization is a special status in our country. It is recognition that an organization has a purpose, goal and mission beyond the usual dollars and cents that drive most companies in the marketplace. It also distinguishes certain companies as those that people should give their spare time and money to assist in its growth. Unfortunately, in the wake of accounting and corporate scandals of recent years, all organizations, including non-profits, are facing greater scrutiny in many areas.
At Lavender, Baker & Slider, LLC, we represent non-profits, no matter the stage of its life.
- Organization
- Choice of Entity
- Agreements Between Creators
- Minutia of Formation Documents
- Advice on Documents that Lead to Good Governance
- Advice on the Proper Tax-Exempt Distinction
- Preparation and Filing of Corporate and Tax-Exempt Forms and Applications
- Pursuit of Exemption from Real Property and Sales Tax
- Governance
- Developing Board Structures
- Defining the Roles of Board Members, Directors and Staff Including Liability and Fiduciary Responsibilities
- Proper Policies for Board and Staff Interaction
- Writing Employee Handbooks
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Unrelated Business Income
- Open Record and Meeting Requirements
- Joint Venture Agreements
- Real Property Negotiations, Acquisitions and Development
- Lobbying Restrictions and Government Relations
- Fund Raising
- Endowment Funds
- Requirements for Actions and Disclosure of Fund Raising Activities
- Instruments to Convey Estates, Remainders of Trusts and Specific Bequeaths
- Contracts for Fund Raising Facilities and Talent
- Litigation
- Our litigation team shows a unique attitude in the representation of non-profits. We have the ability to confront difficult issues faced by non-profits, yet maintain the integrity and purpose of the organization.
