Nonprofit & Social Enterprise Law Blog

February Nonprofit Law E-Newsletter

February 11, 2013 By Mollie Cullinane

Check out the February 2013 Nonprofit Law E-Newsletter. Topics include: What makes a great annual report? How do nonprofits "prove" their 501(c)(3) status? Donor acknowledgement letters, hot ...

Nonprofit News Roundup – January 2013

January 29, 2013 By Kathy Zarate

A Roundup of Key Stories Relating to the Nonprofit Sector – January 2013 Philanthropy Baby Boomers and Charitable Donations (New York Times) Why Am I a Challenge for Charities? Social Media & ...

When Should Nonprofits Use Mediation?

November 25, 2012 By Liz McCown

What is Mediation? Mediation is a confidential process in which an objective party (the mediator) works with the parties to a dispute to come up with a mutually agreeable solution to the problem at ...

October Nonprofit News Roundup

October 28, 2012 By Kathy Zarate

A Roundup of Key Stories Relating to the Nonprofit Sector - October 2012 Philanthropy Nonprofits Aren’t The Only Beneficiaries at Galas (Washington Post) Philanthropy for the Famous Volunteerism ...

September Nonprofit News Roundup

September 26, 2012 By Kathy Zarate

A Roundup of Key Stories Relating to the Nonprofit Sector — September 2012 Nonprofit Policy Issues Romney and Obama on Nonprofit Issues (Chronicle of Philanthropy) Where the 2012 ...

Nonprofit Law Basics: Intellectual Property, Trademarks, Copyrights

September 25, 2012 By Mollie Cullinane

Nonprofit leaders need to understand the basics of intellectual property laws. Is obtaining a trademark, copyright, or patent a good choice for your nonprofit? Things to Consider Being aware of your ...

Nonprofit Q&A: When Does My Nonprofit Need An Attorney?

September 17, 2012 By Mollie Cullinane

While most nonprofit organizations do not have a full-time attorney on staff, many nonprofits find that it is helpful to have an ongoing relationship with an attorney to call on when questions arise. ...

September Nonprofit Law E-Newsletter

September 5, 2012 By Mollie Cullinane

Check out the September 2012 Nonprofit Law E-Newsletter. Topics include: What does the board of directors do? Starting a School. How to Start a PTO. Client Highlight: AmeriCatalyst ...

Nonprofit News Roundup – August 2012

August 31, 2012 By Kathy Zarate

A Roundup of Key Stories Relating to the Nonprofit Sector — August 2012 Philanthropy Blue Cross Blue Shield Provides Crucial Donation to Austin Nonprofits (Austin American-Statesman) $100,000 Donated ...

How To Start a Private School?

August 17, 2012 By Mollie Cullinane

What are some legal issues you need to consider when starting a private school? Starting a private school requires a dedicated team of individuals with a focus on providing a quality education. Before ...