Non-Profit Entity Formation and Representation

Los Angeles Non-Profit Formation Attorneys

A nonprofit corporation is a corporation formed for purposes other than generating a profit and in which no part of the organization's income is distributed to its directors or officers or shareholders. Nonprofit corporations are formed under state law. A nonprofit corporation can be a church or church association, school, charity, medical provider, legal aid society, volunteer services organization, professional association, research institute, museum, or in some cases a sports association.

Non-profits also include mutual benefit associations, such as trade organizations and condominium owners associations. These non-profits are not always exempt from income tax and contributions to them are not always deductible. Nonprofit corporations must apply for tax-exempt status at both the federal and state level.

The legal issues facing a non-profit organization are often similar to those of for-profit entities. These include employment issues, contracts and leases, and regulatory and finance issues. However, when counseling non-profit entities, an attorney must be sensitive to differences in corporate governance and the fiduciary obligations of officers and directors. As a result, the fiduciary obligation of a non-profit board are different from those of a for-profit board of directors.

At the law firm of Aikenhead, Cipes & Supanich, we are involved in all types of charitable endeavors, in promoting tourism and convention business to Los Angeles, and in providing affordable housing for California residents. In addition to helping create the legal structure for non-profit organizations and helping them file for tax-exempt status, we also assist non-profits in determining public policy, and establishing affiliations with other non-profits. In recognition of their contribution to our community, we offer non-profit organizations reduced rates for legal services.

Our experienced non-profit lawyers work with organizations from Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay area to San Diego, including Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara, Orange County and Riverside.

Contact the experienced non-profit formation lawyers at Aikenhead, Cipes & Supanich to schedule a consultation.

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At Aikenhead, Cipes & Supanich we represent individuals and businesses throughout greater Los Angeles and across California (CA). From our centrally located office in downtown Los Angeles, we represent people in Los Angeles (LA), Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Culver City, Van Nuys, Universal City, Sherman Oaks, Burbank, Glendale, South Pasadena, West Covina, Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange County, Santa Ana, Newport Beach, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and many other areas surrounding Los Angeles, California. We also represent those in other parts of California, such as San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Santa Cruz, San Jose, Oakland and other areas. Please do not hesitate to call us for a consultation.