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SUMMARY:Pro Bono Consultation for Nonprofits: Commercial Leases
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about your current office lease? Is the lease renewal time fast approaching? Are you considering a move to new office space? Come and meet with real estate law specialists from a premier law firm who will review your current or proposed lease and provide expert consultation and advice. Space is very limited; apply early.  \nTo register\, please complete the following two steps by February 22:\n1) Fill out this form AND\n2) Email the lease you wish to have reviewed to Machiko Sano Hewitt. \nAgenda:\n9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.   Registration\n9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.  Consultation with Pro Bono Attorneys from DLA Piper LLP US \n*Space is limited; register and email the lease early to secure your spot. In order to be part of the Consultation Session\, the conflicts check will have to be cleared by the participating law firm.   \nThis Commercial Lease program is a joint project of DLA Piper LLP US and Lawyers Clearinghouse. 
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/pro-bono-consultation-for-nonprofits-commercial-leases-3/
LOCATION:DLA Piper LLP (US)\, 33 Arch St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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SUMMARY:Lobbying\, Advocacy & Political Activities for 501(c)(3) Entities
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Click here. Please register by March 2. \nPresenter: Teresa Santalucia\, Partner\, Klein Hornig LLP \nPlease note the event location has been upated to: Lincoln Public Library – Tarbell Room\, 3 Bedford Road\, Lincoln\, MA 01773 \nMany nonprofits are now considering increasing their advocacy activities. It is critical for these nonprofits to review the rule of engagement in this area so as to remain in compliance with pertinent laws and regulations. They may also consider whether it is feasible to form a 501(c)(4) arm. This seminar will give a general overview of basic federal tax and lobbying law for 501(c)(3) organizations\, and discuss best practices including the following questions: \n\nWhat is the difference between advocacy and lobbying?\nWhen and how is it okay for a nonprofit to lobby and what happens if a nonprofit crosses the line?
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/lobbying-advocacy-political-activities-for-501c3-entities-2/
LOCATION:Lincoln Public Library\, 3 Bedford Rd.\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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SUMMARY:[RESCHEDULED] Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Medeiros Center)
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: Due to inclement weather this clinic is postponed until April 13. Please contact Clinic Director Mia Friedman by email or at 617.778.2082 with any questions. \nThe Lawyers Clearinghouse operates free legal clinics throughout the year at a number of area shelters. In order to qualify\, clients must be homeless\, using shelter services\, or otherwise income eligible for free legal services. This week’s clinic will match pro bono attorneys with homeless clients at the Cardinal Medeiros Center seeking legal assistance. \nClients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative: \nJack – 617.619.6962 \nClients who are unable to sign up in advance may still attend a clinic. We try to assist with most legal issues but do not take any domestic relations cases (divorce\, custody\, child support\, etc) or represent defendants in criminal trials. \nThe full schedule is available to view and print in English and eight other languages.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/legal-clinic-for-the-homeless-medeiros-center-5/
LOCATION:Medeiros Center\, 1960 Washington St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by March 20. \nPayment: $25 per person. Click here to pay. Payment takes the form of a donation on Network for Good. Please choose “My full contact information” or “My name and email address only” under privacy preferences and indicate the date of the program in the “Designation” section so we may log your payment. \nAre you a leader of an existing nonprofit organization or have an interest in creating a new one? Do you have questions and concerns about incorporating and/or filing for tax-exempt status?  All nonprofit start-ups are invited to attend this legal seminar for nonprofits\, led by experienced nonprofit attorneys.  At this group session\, we will assist your organization in understanding the complicated processes of formalizing a nonprofit in Massachusetts by addressing questions regarding: \n\nFor-Profit or Not-for-Profit?\nWhat is a Not-for-Profit?\nIncorporating & Structuring the Not-for-Profit\nOption of Fiscal Sponsorship\nState Reporting & Regulation\nFederal Tax Exemption\nOngoing IRS Reporting & Regulation\n\nThree of our presenters spoke with us about starting a nonprofit and the state of the sector as whole. Take a look at their in-depth responses here. \nPresenters: Susan Abbott and Lisa McChesney\, Goodwin; Josh Sattely\, TSNE MissionWorks. \nCo-sponsors: Goodwin\, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts\, TSNE MissionWorks.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/nonprofit-incorporation-workshop-28/
LOCATION:Goodwin\, 100 Northern Ave.\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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SUMMARY:What the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Means for Nonprofits and Best Practices to Prevent Financial Misconduct
DESCRIPTION:Registration (required): Click here. Please register by March 20. \nPresenters: John Buckley and Josh England of AAFCPAs\n\nThis year\, MA nonprofits face significant legal challenges to be in compliance with new sets of federal and Massachusetts laws.  This program will address to the new IRS rules nonprofits need to comply with and those with the calendar year as their fiscal year will have to do so by April 15.  The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has enacted widespread changes to the tax rules affecting nonprofit organizations.  \nOur presenter Josh England of AAFCPAs will lead a presentation on the following changes that are especially noteworthy: (1) a 21% excise tax on executive compensation exceeding $1 million; (2) UBTI  must be computed separately for each unrelated trade or business; (3) disallowed fringe benefits are now UBTI including any qualified transportation fringe; any parking facility used in connection with qualified parking; and any on-premises athletic facility; (4) Private colleges and universities with significant endowments will be subject to new 1.4 % excise tax.  In addition\, he will speak on provisions that impact donors and the tax benefits they may receive from making a charitable contribution.   \nOur second presenter John Buckley also of AAFCPAs will discuss the best practices to prevent financial misconduct which remains an enormous risk for nonprofits of any size including fraud warning signs.  \nCome learn the new federal laws to avoid being blindsided when Form 990 is due and the practical tips as to how to avoid to create a situation where financial misconduct could be perpetrated and how to spot any red flag.  \nThis seminar is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse and Boston Private with pro bono support of AAFCPAs.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/tax-cuts-and-jobs-act/
LOCATION:Boston Private\, 10 Post Office Sq\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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