Nonprofit

At Offit Kurman, we understand the unique legal needs and challenges that nonprofit organizations face. Our dedicated nonprofit services team is committed to providing comprehensive legal support to help nonprofits thrive and achieve their missions. We offer a full range of legal services tailored specifically for nonprofit organizations, including: 

Formation and Governance 

  • Incorporation Assistance: Guiding organizations through the process of incorporating and establishing their legal entity. 
  • Bylaws and Policies: Drafting bylaws and organizational policies to ensure robust governance structures. 
  • Board Governance: Advising on best practices for board structure, roles, and responsibilities to promote effective leadership and compliance. 

Tax-Exempt Status 

  • 501(c)(3) Applications: Assisting with preparing and submitting applications for federal tax-exempt status. 
  • State Tax Exemptions: Navigating state-specific requirements for tax exemption and compliance. 
  • Ongoing Compliance: Providing guidance on maintaining tax-exempt status and adhering to IRS regulations. 

Regulatory Compliance 

  • Charitable Solicitation Laws: Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws governing fundraising and charitable activities. 
  • Regulatory Filings: Handling necessary filings and reports to maintain good standing with regulatory authorities. 

Fundraising and Development 

  • Legal Support for Fundraising: Advising on legal issues related to fundraising campaigns, events, and donor relations. 
  • Compliance with Fundraising Regulations: Ensuring compliance with state and federal fundraising regulations to safeguard the organization’s fundraising activities. 

Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Combinations for Nonprofits

  • Mergers and Acquisitions: Guiding nonprofits through mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships with other entities. 
  • Joint Ventures: Structuring joint ventures and collaborative arrangements among nonprofits to expand the organization’s impact. 

At Offit Kurman, we are dedicated to empowering nonprofit organizations with the legal support they need to focus on their missions and make a positive impact in their communities. Our experienced attorneys are here to provide strategic guidance and practical solutions tailored to the unique needs of each nonprofit we serve. 

Key Contacts

Related Services

  • Overview
  • People

Firm Highlights

  • Publications & News
    Offit Kurman Attorneys Recognized in 2027 New Jersey Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars Lists
    Offit Kurman Attorneys Recognized in 2027 New Jersey Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars Lists
  • Blog Posts
    Behind the Headlines: What Family Lawyers Need to Know About Representing High-Profile Clients
    Behind the Headlines: What Family Lawyers Need to Know About Representing High-Profile Clients
  • Podcasts
    Building Effective Reporting Systems Within Businesses
    Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger, attorneys at Offit Kurman, discuss what employees, managers, and executives should do when they receive reports of workplace issues, and how business leaders can empower people to escalate concerns. Russell explains the compliance need for clear reporting channels for improper conduct, typically routed to HR, or to an operations leader. They also explain that businesses must establish operational reporting structures through managers, and build open communication with supervised employees. Sarah notes leaders should not assume approachability guarantees reporting, especially as companies grow and add layers.
  • Blog Posts
    When the Middleman Disappears: Synapse and the Litigation Risk Hiding in Banking-as-a-Service
    When the Middleman Disappears: Synapse and the Litigation Risk Hiding in Banking-as-a-Service
  • Publications & News
    Caroline Callahan to Receive Oligo Nation Inspiration Honor Award
    Caroline Callahan to Receive Oligo Nation Inspiration Honor Award
  • Blog Posts
    The Risks of Using AI to Draft a Marital Settlement Agreement
    The Risks of Using AI to Draft a Marital Settlement Agreement
  • Publications & News
    Offit Kurman Expands Los Angeles Presence with Second Office
    Offit Kurman Expands Los Angeles Presence with Second Office
  • Events
    AIA Tri-State Conference
    Princeton will serve as the backdrop for three days of connection, learning, and design leadership. From keynotes to tours to the Tri-State Design Awards, this year’s conference is designed to go far beyond education sessions. Kick off the week with pre-conference intensives and individual state component Design Award celebrations, followed by three days of education, inspiration, networking, and design excellence at the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference—featuring pre-conference intensives, three keynote speakers, 25 education sessions, curated tours, an expo, spec academies, and the AIA Tri-State Design Awards—bringing together architects and design professionals from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania to connect, learn, and celebrate the best of the profession. G2. Designing Secure Practices: Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Contractual Provisions, and Insurance Risks for Architects (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) Architects and design professionals increasingly rely on cloud platforms, BIM software, and digital tools to manage sensitive data, creating cybersecurity and privacy risks. A single incident can trigger liability claims, regulatory obligations, reputational harm, and insurance challenges. Yet many firms underestimate how contracts, insurance, and internal practices intersect during a breach. This program offers legal and insurance perspectives on cyber risk in architecture, examining liability exposure, risky contract provisions, and mitigation strategies. A cyber insurance expert will explain policy responses, coverage gaps, coordination with professional liability, and best practices for aligning insurance with contractual risk and protecting firms from evolving cyber threats. Learning Objectives: Identify key cybersecurity and data privacy risks faced by architecture firms and explain how these risks can impact professional liability and project outcomes. Analyze common contractual provisions to determine which clauses may increase exposure to cyber incidents and propose strategies to mitigate these risks. Evaluate the scope and limitations of cyber insurance policies, including coordination with professional liability coverage, to determine how a policy would respond in a breach scenario. Develop actionable risk management strategies by integrating legal, contractual, and insurance considerations to protect sensitive client and project data.
  • Events
    Navigating D.C.'s Changing Housing Landscape - Utility Billing, Pets in Housing and Year-End Legislative Updates
    Navigating D.C.'s Changing Housing Landscape - Utility Billing, Pets in Housing and Year-End Legislative Updates
  • Publications & News
    Ian Bartman Appointed to Frederick Health Board of Directors
    Ian Bartman Appointed to Frederick Health Board of Directors