Lawyers Clearinghouse

Employment and Immigration Law Issues for Nonprofits
2017-06-15 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Merrimack College – Sakowich Student Center – 2nd Floor, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover, MA, 01845, United States
This employment and immigration law seminar will discuss the most prevalent employment law and employment-related immigration law issues facing nonprofits today. Come learn how to best protect your nonprofit and client services. The topics include: the new MA pay equity law that will go into effect on July 1, 2018; the most common mistakes in the wage and hours law including use of independent contractors; ramifications of hiring employees who are foreign nationals; and use of volunteers who are undocumented aliens.
Presenters: David Wilson and Michael Birch, Hirsch Roberts Weinstein LLP; Keith Pabian, Partner, Pabian Law
Registration: Click here. Please register by June 12. Registration is required for security clearance.
Registration / Networking 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.; Presentation 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Driving Directions:
Enter the college off of Rte 114/Rte 125 across from Royal Crest Apartments;
Follow the driveway bearing left;
Continue straight, passing the Rogers Center on your right;
Park in parking lot H on the right;
Sakowich is near the parking lot (next to Cascia Hall which looks like a white church)
Campus Map:

Legal Clinic for the Homeless (MBHP)
2017-06-09 09:30 - 12:00, 2017-02-10 09:30 - 12:00
The 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 MBHP seeking legal assistance.
Clients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative:
Lynn – 617.425.6679
Clients 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.
The full schedule is available to view and print in English and eight other languages.

Board Development and Governance
2017-06-08 08:30 - 10:30 | Stonehill College – Brocktonian Room, 16 Belmont St., Easton, MA, 02357, United States
Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by June 1.
Payment: $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 so we may log your payment.
This 2.5-hour seminar on corporate governance will focus on respective duties and responsibilities of a nonprofit board and management. The seminar is very interactive and ends with an exercise using case studies.
Presenter: Teresa Santalucia, Klein Hornig
This seminar is a joint project of Lawyers Clearinghouse and Stonehill College Center for Nonprofit Management with pro bono assistance from Klein Hornig LLP.

Pro Bono Consultation for Nonprofits: Commercial Leases
2017-06-06 09:30 - 11:00 | DLA Piper LLP (US), 33 Arch St., Boston, MA, 02110, United States
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.
To register for this event, please complete the following steps:
1. Fill out this form.
2. Email the lease you wish to have reviewed to Machiko Sano Hewitt.
Agenda:
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Registration
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Consultation with Pro Bono Attorneys from DLA Piper LLP US
*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.
This Commercial Lease program is a joint project of DLA Piper LLP US and Lawyers Clearinghouse.

Lobbying, Advocacy & Political Activities for 501(c)(3) Entities
2017-06-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Boston Private, 10 Post Office Sq, Boston, MA, 02109, United States
Many nonprofits are now considering to increase 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:

What is the difference between advocacy and lobbying?
When and how is it okay for a nonprofit to lobby and what happens if a nonprofit crosses the line?

Registration*: Click here. Please register by May 26.
*Please note that registration is required.
Presenter: Teresa Santalucia, Partner, Klein Hornig LLP
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Breakfast/Networking; 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Presentation
This seminar is joint project of Boston Private Community Investment Series and Lawyers Clearinghouse with pro bono support from Klein Hornig LLP.

Employment and Immigration Law Issues for Nonprofits
2017-05-31 09:00 - 11:00 | Boston Private, 10 Post Office Sq, Boston, MA, 02109, United States
Are you up to date with core employment law rules that apply to your nonprofit? Employment law is such a complex and specialized field that it is always a good idea to stay attuned. Back by popular demand, Lawyers Clearinghouse is happy to present a seminar on most prevalent issues nonprofits face. Statutory protection such as charitable immunity may not apply to employee claims, and directors, officers and management staff may face personal liability in claims in this area. Come learn how to best protect your nonprofits and services. The panel will include a business immigration law expert to address the issues of hiring non-US citizens at these uncertain times.
Presenters: David Wilson and Michael Birch, Hirsch Roberts Weinstein LLP; Keith Pabian, Partner, Pabian Law
Registration: Click here. Please register by May 26. Registration is required for security clearance.
Registration / Networking 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.; Presentation 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
This program is a joint project of Boston Private Community Investment Series, Lenny Zakim Fund, Mel King Institute and Lawyers Clearinghouse.

Pro Bono Consultation for Nonprofits: Written Information Security Program (WISP)
2017-05-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Langham Hotel, 250 Franklin St., Boston, MA, 02110, United States
Registration for this event is now closed. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions.
Massachusetts law requires any corporate entity operating in MA which handles the residents’ personal information (PI) to develop and enforce a Written Information Security Program (WISP). Each WISP should be tailored to the manner and scope of operation of each corporate entity.
Join us for a two-part WISP training and consultation program. The 60 minute training will focus on how to implement and maintain WISP at the operational level and will be led by Patti Mazurkierwicz, Boston Bar Association. Patti trains BBA employees on this topic and will guide you on how you can do it at your nonprofit. The subsequent 75 minute consultation session will be staffed by lawyers from Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and counsels from various corporations. They will review your current WISP and make recommendations as necessary or discuss with you how to develop a new WISP for your nonprofit if you don’t have one.
Presenter: Patricia Mazurkiewicz, Benefit & Payroll Manager, Boston Bar Association
Pro Bono Attorneys for Individual Consultation on WISP: Attorneys from Morgan Lewis, and Legal Departments of various corporations
Agenda:
9:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. Registration, refreshment and networking
9:20 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Welcome remarks
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. How to Implement and Maintain a WISP at Your Nonprofit, Patti Mazurkiewicz
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Consultation with Pro Bono Attorneys
This pro bono consultation program is a joint project of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, Boston Bar Association and Lawyers Clearinghouse.

Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Medeiros Center)
2017-05-19 09:30 - 12:00, 2017-01-27 09:30 - 12:00
The 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.
Clients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative:
Jack – 617.619.6962
Clients 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.
The full schedule is available to view and print in English and eight other languages.

Helping Nonprofits Understand, Negotiate and Live with Contracts: What Your Nonprofit Needs to Know
2017-05-16 12:30 - 15:20 | Webinar
Nonprofits enter into contracts every day. Contracts come in many forms and formats. Our seminar seeks to demystify the terminology, myths and realities of contracts.
The first portion, presented by a pro bono corporate and transactional lawyer from a major global law firm, will review the basics of the terms of a contract and the purposes they serve. It will help you understand what your organization commits to when it when it signs a contract, the contract negotiation process, and when seeking legal advice is prudent. It also will review when and how to try to renegotiate or terminate a contract and the possible consequences to your organization.
Then the seminar will focus on certain types of contracts that nonprofits commonly enter into as part of their ongoing operations. Nonprofit lawyers from a leading business law pro bono organization will discuss collaborations, service subcontracts, management services contracts, and vendor agreements. They also will review some issues relating to donor grant agreements, such as agreements with private foundations, as well as volunteer agreements. The program aims to help your organization clarify the parties’ relationship, identify and meet contract commitments, and manage your organization’s risk in and through these agreements. This seminar will not cover government contracting or employment agreements.
Registration: Click here. Please register no later than May 10.
The May 16 seminar will be a live, in-person presentation at the Pfizer Inc. Conference Center, 235 East 42nd Street, New York, New York 10017 and available on-line via videocams to registrants in other parts of the United States. You will be able to view the video cast from your computer.
Speakers: Nickie Cheney, Partner, DLA Piper LLP (US); Liz Guggenheimer, Deputy Executive Dir., Lawyers Alliance for New York; Elizabeth Perez, Legal Director, Lawyers Alliance for New York
Program (all times are Eastern Time)
12:30 noon Registration and Networking (for New York City live location)
1:00 p.m. Opening Remarks (for New York City and WebEx participants)
1:10 p.m. Reading the Fine Print: What’s in a Contract, and Why?
1:55 p.m. Collaboration, Service and Vendor Agreements
2:40 p.m. Foundation Grants and Volunteer Agreements
3:10 p.m. Questions and Answers
3:20 p.m. Adjournment
Program Booklet:

Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Southampton Shelter)
2017-05-12 09:30 - 12:00, 2017-03-03 09:30 - 12:00 | Southampton Shelter, 112 Southampton St., Boston, MA, 02118, United States
The 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 Southampton Shelter seeking legal assistance.
Clients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative:
Pedro – 617.534.6136
Clients 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.
The full schedule is available to view and print in English and eight other languages.

Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop
2017-05-09 16:00 - 18:30 | Goodwin, 100 Northern Ave., Boston, MA, 02210, United States
Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by May 4.
Payment: $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 so we may log your payment.
Are 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:

For-Profit or Not-for-Profit?
What is a Not-for-Profit?
Incorporating & Structuring the Not-for-Profit
Option of Fiscal Sponsorship
State Reporting & Regulation
Federal Tax Exemption
Ongoing IRS Reporting & Regulation

Three 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.
Presenters: Susan Abbott and Lisa McChesney, Goodwin Procter LLP; and Josh Sattely, Third Sector New England.
Co-sponsors: Goodwin, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, and Third Sector New England.

Pro Bono Consultation for Nonprofits: Social Media Policy
2017-05-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Nixon Peabody, 53 State Street, Boston, MA, 02109, United States
Registration for this event is now closed. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions.
Do you have a social media policy for your employees? Do you know what rights they have when they discuss their employer and working conditions on social media? Come join us for a legal seminar on this topic followed by a one-on-one consultation session with pro bono attorneys to review your existing policy or develop a new one.
Agenda:
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Registration / breakfast
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Seminar on Social Media Policy: What Nonprofits Need to Know
10:30 a.m. – noon Private Consultation Session

Online Fundraising and UBIT
2017-05-04 09:00 - 11:00 | The Beverly Cummings Center – Building 100 (furthest to right from Main Entrance) – Room 221E (2nd Floor), 181 Elliott Street / Rte. 62, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Registration*: Click here. Please register by May 1.
*Registration is required for security clearance.
Presenters: Anita Lichtblau, Casner & Edwards LLP; Julia Campbell, J Campbell Social Marketing
Online fundraising is a commonplace feature of nonprofit operation. Is your nonprofit in compliance with pertinent law, such as MA data security and fundraising regulations? Does your nonprofit need to register with multiple states? Will advertisements your nonprofit places on its website incur Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT)? A 501(c)(3) organization expert and a social media marketing specialist will present the current state of online marketing and pertinent regulations.
Breakfast and networking 8:30 – 9:00 am. A buffet of pastries, fruit, juices, coffee and tea will be available.
This seminar is a joint project of Lawyers Clearinghouse and Boston Private Community Investment Series.

[CANCELED] Nonprofit Corporate Governance and Compliance
2017-05-04 08:30 - 10:30 | Stonehill College – Brocktonian Room, 16 Belmont St., Easton, MA, 02357, United States
This event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions.
Payment: $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 so we may log your payment.
A 2-hour, interactive seminar led by a tax-exempt organization specialist. The Agenda includes Role of the Board, Director Duties, Board Composition, Board Procedures, Policies, Other Compliance Issues and Director Liability.
Presenter: Teresa Santalucia, Klein Hornig
This seminar is a joint project of Lawyers Clearinghouse and Stonehill College Center for Nonprofit Management with pro bono assistance from Klein Hornig LLP.

Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Bridge Over Troubled Waters)
2017-04-28 09:30 - 12:00 | Bridge Over Troubled Waters, 47 West St., Boston, MA, 02111, United States
The 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 Bridge seeking legal assistance.
Please note: Bridge is a shelter intended for young people who are 18 to 24 years of age. Clients outside of this age range should come to one of our other clinics at the Pine Street Inn, St. Francis House, the Medeiros Center, MBHP, or the Southampton Shelter.
Clients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative:
Alex – 617.423.9575 x234
Clients 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.
The full schedule is available to view and print in English and eight other languages.

Entity Choices, Fiscal Sponsorship, and Nonprofit Incorporation
2017-04-13 09:30 - 11:30 | Fidelity House Human Services – Heritage Place, 439 South Union Street, Lawrence, MA, 01843, United States
Registration: Click here. Please register by April 10.
Presenter: Elizabeth Reinhardt, of the Law Offices of Elizabeth S. Reinhardt, will lead a lively interactive presentation to help you consider these options and make an informed decision.
Mission-driven founders of charitable organizations are visionaries. They see unmet needs and are driven to fill them. But decisions must be made on how to best capture the founder’s vision in an effective legal structure. There are several options to consider, all with advantages and disadvantages, and all with legal issues to consider:
For example, should they:
• become a tax exempt nonprofit?
• work through a “fiscal agent”?
• merge with an existing nonprofit?
• become an unincorporated association and trust?
Additionally, existing nonprofits are often asked to become a fiscal agent or take over a newly formed charitable group. What legal ramifications should be considered before accepting this role?
Come learn about various options that are available to engage in charitable activities while remaining in compliance with pertinent laws and regulations.
Agenda: Registration / Networking 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.; Presentation 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
This workshop is a joint project of Community InRoads and Lawyers Clearinghouse with pro bono support from Law Offices of Elizabeth S. Reinhardt.

Legal Clinic for the Homeless (St. Francis House)
2017-04-07 09:30 - 12:00 | St. Francis House, 39 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, 02111, United States
The 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 St. Francis House seeking legal assistance.
Clients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative:
Fabiana – 617.457.1034
Clients 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.
The full schedule is available to view and print in English and eight other languages.

Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Pine Street Inn)
2017-03-17 09:30 - 12:00 | Pine Street Inn, 444 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA, 02118, United States
The 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 Pine Street Inn seeking legal assistance.
Clients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative:
Men’s Contacts: Sharron – 617.892.9207
Women’s Contact: Catita – 617.892.9301
Clients 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.
The full schedule is available to view and print in English and eight other languages.

Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop
2017-03-16 16:00 - 18:30 | Goodwin, 100 Northern Ave., Boston, MA, 02210, United States
Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by March 13.
Payment: $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 so we may log your payment.
Are 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:

For-Profit or Not-for-Profit?
What is a Not-for-Profit?
Incorporating & Structuring the Not-for-Profit
Option of Fiscal Sponsorship
State Reporting & Regulation
Federal Tax Exemption
Ongoing IRS Reporting & Regulation

Three 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.
Presenters: Alyssa Fitzgerald, Goodwin; Janet Rickershauser, Pathway Law; and Anli Jiao, Third Sector New England.
Co-sponsors: Goodwin, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, and Third Sector New England.

Pro Bono Consultation for Nonprofits: Commercial Leases
2017-02-16 09:30 - 11:00 | DLA Piper LLP (US), 33 Arch St., Boston, MA, 02110, United States
This event is currently at capacity. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions.
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.
Agenda:
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Registration
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Consultation with Pro Bono Attorneys from DLA Piper LLP US
*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.
The snow date for this event is March 14.
This Commercial Lease program is a joint project of DLA Piper LLP US and Lawyers Clearinghouse.

Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop
2017-02-16 08:30 - 10:30 | Stonehill College – Brocktonian Room, 16 Belmont St., Easton, MA, 02357, United States
Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by February 13.
Payment: $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 so we may log your payment.
Are 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:

For-Profit or Not-for-Profit?
What is a Not-for-Profit?
Incorporating & Structuring the Not-for-Profit
Option of Fiscal Sponsorship
State Reporting & Regulation
Federal Tax Exemption
Ongoing IRS Reporting & Regulation

Three 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.
Presenter: Teresa Santalucia, Klein Hornig
This seminar is a joint project of Lawyers Clearinghouse and Stonehill College Center for Nonprofit Management with pro bono assistance from Klein Hornig LLP.

Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop
2017-01-31 16:00 - 18:30 | Boston Public Library – Commonwealth Salon, 700 Boylston St., Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by January 27.
Are 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:

For-Profit or Not-for-Profit?
What is a Not-for-Profit?
Incorporating & Structuring the Not-for-Profit
Option of Fiscal Sponsorship
State Reporting & Regulation
Federal Tax Exemption
Ongoing IRS Reporting & Regulation

Three 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.
Presenters: Susan Abbott, Esq., Goodwin; Jim Grace, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts; Anli Jiao, Third Sector New England
Co-sponsors: Goodwin, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, Third Sector New England.

WEBINAR: Best Practices to Identify and Reduce Employment Law Risks in 2017 for Nonprofits
2017-01-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Registration: Click here.
Presenters: Tara K. Burke and Matthew R. Byrne, Jackson Lewis
If you have employees, you have employment risks. Unfortunately, it’s hard to keep track of all the laws and changes to them. This presentation is designed to assist nonprofit organizations start 2017 by taking practical steps to reduce potential liability.
Join us for this complimentary webinar in conjunction with the National Network of Business Law Pro Bono Providers. This webinar is geared towards executive directors, human resources professionals and board members of nonprofits.
During this webinar we will discuss:

Strategies to avoid common employee claims and lawsuits.
How to pay employees correctly and avoid common mistakes in the non-profit sector.
Steps to ensure up-to-date and legally compliant personnel policies.

Nonprofit Incorporation and Compliance Workshop: Forming a Not-for-Profit Organization with 501(c)(3) Status and How to Keep it Compliant with State and Federal Filing Requirements
2017-01-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Old City Hall – Lower Level Meeting Room, 1305 Hancock St., Quincy, MA, 02169, United States
Registration: Click here. Please register by January 20.
Are 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? Come join us for this legal seminar for nonprofits, led by an experienced nonprofit attorney. At this group session, we will assist your organization in understanding the complicated processes of formalizing a nonprofit in Massachusetts by addressing questions regarding:

For-Profit or Not-for-Profit?
What is a Not-for-Profit?
Incorporating & Structuring the Not-for-Profit
Option of Fiscal Sponsorship
State Reporting & Regulation
Federal Tax Exemption
Ongoing IRS Reporting & Regulation

Presenter: Teresa Santalucia, Klein Hornig LLP
Dinner will be served.
This seminar is a joint project of Discover Quincy, Quincy Chamber of Commerce, and Lawyers Clearinghouse, with pro bono support from Klein Hornig LLP, and generous support of Northeast Community Bank.

How to Maintain Nonprofit, Tax-Exempt and Public Charity Status
2017-01-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Goodwin, 100 Northern Ave., Boston, MA, 02210, United States
Registration*: Click here to register. Please RSVP by January 10.
*Please note that registration is required for security clearance.
Payment: $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 so we may log your payment.
This two-hour workshop offers an overview of compliance requirements with various government agencies and practical tips for nascent nonprofits to help ensure they will maintain not-for-profit and tax-exempt status.
Presenter: Veronica Zhang, Community Action Program Legal Services
Co-Sponsors: Goodwin Procter LLP, AAFCPAs and the Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts

Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Pine Street Inn)
2016-12-16 09:30 - 12:00 | Pine Street Inn, 444 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA, 02118, United States
The Lawyers Clearinghouse operates free legal clinics throughout the year 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 Pine Street Inn seeking legal assistance.
Clients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative:
Men’s Contact: Sharron – 617.892.9207
Women’s Contact: Catita – 617.892.9301
Clients 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.
The full schedule is available to view and print in English and eight other languages.

Updated Overtime Rules
2016-12-12 09:00 - 10:30 | Boston Private, 10 Post Office Sq, Boston, MA, 02109, United States
Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by December 8.
Presenter: David Emer, Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP
Event Update as of 12/2/2016:
On November 22, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a preliminary injunction that blocks the implementation of the United States Department of Labor’s Final Rule that redefined the wage test for overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The Final Rule was to be effective on December 1, and would have required employers, including nonprofits, to pay overtime to all so-called “white collar” executive, administrative, and professional workers earning less than $913 per week ($47,476 annually). The court’s order applies nationwide. In issuing the injunction, the court concluded that the states’ and business associations’ challenge to the Final Rule has a substantial likelihood of success on the merits, and the states and business associations would be irreparably harmed if the Rule was implemented.
What Is the Impact on Employers?
The nationwide injunction has created a great deal of uncertainty. The injunction is preliminary and not permanent at this point, and an appellate court might overturn the ruling. However, President-Elect Trump criticized the Rule during his campaign for President and expressed support for a carve-out for small business. Thus it is possible that the Trump administration would not pursue an appeal.
What does this uncertainty mean to your nonprofit? What should you do with the preparation for implementation that is already in place? What about all the consultation you had with the employees about the new system? Did your nonprofit talk about changing the payment structure with individual employees? What does that mean in terms of employment law?
Come and learn more about what this injunction may mean to your nonprofit and how to best handle various situations.
Agenda: 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m. Breakfast & Networking; 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Presentation
A buffet of pastries, fruit, juices, coffee and tea will be available.
This seminar is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse and Boston Private.
Full Client Advisory from Nutter:
