Nonprofit Formation
& Governance
Establishing a nonprofit organization is a noble endeavor driven by a passion for creating positive social impact. With this privilege, however, comes the responsibility of adhering to a complex set of governance, reporting, and operational rules unique to the nonprofit sector. At Create Legal, we understand the nuances of nonprofit law and are committed to providing the comprehensive legal guidance you need to confidently pursue your philanthropic mission while remaining fully compliant.
Our nonprofit services are tailored to guide you through entity formation and ongoing regulatory obligations:
- Nonprofit Formation: Examine your goals and recommend the optimal 501(c) tax-exempt structure, and handle formation requirements including drafting bylaws and conflict of interest policies
- Operational Compliance: Advise on critical nonprofit matters - fundraising, lobbying, maintaining public charity status, unrelated business income, and intellectual property protection
- Reporting & Governance: Prepare reporting requirements such as Form 990, while also counseling your board on fiduciary duties, executive compensation, and self-dealing avoidance
- Gift Planning: Analyze gifting vehicles like charitable trusts and endowments to maximize contributions that advance your cause