The attorneys at McMahon Berger, who are based in St. Louis, Missouri, regularly advise nonprofit entities in their formation, tax exemption, governance and employment matters. Nonprofit entities are governed by distinct statutory, fiduciary and tax rules that set them apart from other entities. Our lawyer’s experience working with nonprofit and charitable organizations allows us to provide not only legal counsel, but also practical consulting services. We’re dedicated to supplying actionable insights that our attorneys have gained through years of experience advising nonprofits and serving as directors and trustees.
The formation of a nonprofit organization requires forethought and planning. The selection of the organization’s entity structure is just the beginning. Long term success and effective governance require careful planning and drafting of the governing documents (Trust Agreements, Association Agreements, Articles of Incorporation, & Bylaws). The right structure and governing documents allow for long-term continuity in the organization’s governance and management’s focus on the organization’s charitable work. Our team of accomplished attorneys are here to help you navigate the complexities of nonprofit and charitable organization formation.
Our law firm has assisted numerous organizations in obtaining tax exempt recognition by the Internal Revenue Service and state taxing authorities. Our experience working with the IRS provides for a hassle free process.
Non-profit entities are subject to strict anti-abuse rules. A violation of these rules can result in penalties and loss of tax-exempt status. Our experienced consultants work with organizations to establish governance structures to prevent abuse and personal use of organizational assets. We help to establish effective conflict of interest policies and non-discrimination policies to protect the organization and its charitable interests.
The employment laws applicable to nonprofit and religious organizations differ in many respects from those applicable to for-profit businesses. Our firm regularly provides consulting services nonprofit clients in the application of the employment laws to nonprofit and religious entities. In addition, our executive compensation practice is well versed in the negotiation and drafting of executive employment agreements for nonprofit and religious entities.
The formation of a nonprofit organization requires forethought and planning. The selection of the organization’s entity structure is just the beginning. Long term success and effective governance require careful planning and drafting of the governing documents (Trust Agreements, Association Agreements, Articles of Incorporation, & Bylaws). The right structure and governing documents allow for long-term continuity in the organization’s governance and management’s focus on the organization’s charitable work. Our team of accomplished attorneys are here to help you navigate the complexities of nonprofit and charitable organization formation.
Our law firm has assisted numerous organizations in obtaining tax exempt recognition by the Internal Revenue Service and state taxing authorities. Our experience working with the IRS provides for a hassle free process.
Non-profit entities are subject to strict anti-abuse rules. A violation of these rules can result in penalties and loss of tax-exempt status. Our experienced consultants work with organizations to establish governance structures to prevent abuse and personal use of organizational assets. We help to establish effective conflict of interest policies and non-discrimination policies to protect the organization and its charitable interests.
The employment laws applicable to nonprofit and religious organizations differ in many respects from those applicable to for-profit businesses. Our firm regularly provides consulting services nonprofit clients in the application of the employment laws to nonprofit and religious entities. In addition, our executive compensation practice is well versed in the negotiation and drafting of executive employment agreements for nonprofit and religious entities.
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