Nonprofit Organizations
Ellen Lubell negotiates business transactions and advises nonprofit organizations on corporate governance, regulatory compliance and tax issues. She works with boards of directors and managers on the unique challenges facing nonprofits. Her clients include colleges and universities, health care providers, museums, libraries, archives, religious and environmental organizations. Issues addressed include:
- Starting up and qualifying for federal tax-exempt “501(c)(3)” status
- Governance
- Assuring compliance with state and federal regulations
- Fundraising
- Tax-deductible donations and gifts
- Managing government and foundation grants
- Restrictions on lobbying and political activities
- Liability and risk management
- Conflicts of interest
- Unrelated business income
- Reorganizations and dissolutions
- Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements
- Mediation of disputes involving nonprofits