Advice for Non-Profit Corporations in Massachusetts
At Glickman Turley LLP, we provide comprehensive representation to non-profit businesses in and around the city of Boston, and throughout Massachusetts. Whether you would like to start a non-profit organization, need help complying with federal tax regulations, need help with the Board of your non-profit, or are considering dissolution, our non-profit business attorneys offer sound advice and creative solutions. Our clients include humane associations, religious organizations, military charities, AIDS support corporations, health care entities, and research and advocacy groups.
To learn more about our legal services for non-profit businesses, call Glickman Turley LLP at 617.399.7770 or contact us online.
The Benefits of 501(c)(3) Status
Religious, charitable and scientific organizations may avoid state and federal tax liability by filing for 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. 501(c)(3) status also enables financial donors to deduct their contributions to the non-profit organization.
Non-profit Business Formation
The process of filing for state and federal non-profit status is highly technical. There are limits to the pay and benefits directors and employees may receive, tax implications, solicitation and lobbying limitations, and other critical issues that all non-profits must consider when forming their organization.
We can guide you through the technical aspects of setting up a not-for-profit business and help ensure that you meet the necessary qualifications. Our services include advising start-up non-profits on the following:
- Bylaws
- Articles of incorporation
- Corporate filings with the state and federal governments
- Tax benefits and tax id numbers
- Regulatory limitations
- Due diligence
- Non-profit best practices
Non-profit Management and Organization
After successfully creating your non-profit organization, it is critical that you adhere to the operating and filing requirements of the law. Problems associated with non-profit management commonly stem from uncertainty about how to comply with bylaws, separate Board and staff roles, draft contracts, keep records, conduct fundraising and comply with regulations.
We advise non-profit businesses about:
- Board governance and liability issues
- Fundraising and charitable contributions
- Endowments and investments
- Contracts and employment issues
- Tax issues
- Board liability issues
- Grant issues
- Business contracts
- Amending bylaws
- Business disputes
Non-profit Dissolution
Non-profits cannot simply close their doors the way for-profit businesses can. A non-profit must work with the attorney general and the Supreme Judicial Court for permission to cease operations. In addition, the non-profit must find another charity to accept any remaining assets. Our experienced non-profit business lawyers have guided non-profits through the difficult process of terminating services.
For more information about your non-profit business, call the law firm of Glickman Turley LLP at 617.339.7770 or submit your questions to us by filling out the attached contact form.
