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SUMMARY:[CANCELLED] 50(d) Regulations Affecting Historic Tax Credit and Renewable Energy Transactions: What Do We Need to Know?
DESCRIPTION:This even has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions. \nPresenter: Forrest Milder\, Nixon Peabody LLP \nThe IRS recently issued its much-anticipated regulations on the treatment of 50(d) income\, which arises when the lease-pass-through tax credit structure is used. Come learn about the new regulations and how they will affect historic tax credit and renewable energy transactions moving forward. \nBreakfast/networking at 8:30 am. A buffet of pastries\, fruit\, juices\, coffee and tea will be available. \nThis seminar is a joint project of Lawyers Clearinghouse and Boston Private Community Investment Series.       
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/50d-regulations-affecting-historic-tax-credit-and-renewable-energy-transactions-what-do-we-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Boston Private\, 10 Post Office Sq\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161028T120000
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SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Southampton Shelter)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative: \nPedro – 617.534.6136 \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-southampton-shelter/
LOCATION:Southampton Shelter\, 112 Southampton St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160808T203006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T203055Z
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SUMMARY:Updated Overtime Rules
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by October 25. \nIs your nonprofit ready for the new overtime rules which will become effective on December 1\, 2016? The Department of Labor’s final overtime rules update the salary level required for the executive\, administrative\, and professional (“white collar”) exemption to ensure that the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) intended overtime protections are fully implemented. It also provides greater clarity for white collar workers and their employers\, including nonprofit organizations. Neither the FLSA nor the Department’s regulations provide an exemption from overtime requirements for nonprofit organizations. While some nonprofits may not be covered under the FLSA\, it is likely that many employees of nonprofits are entitled to FLSA protections. Come and join us for a 90 minutes training by employment law experts to help you better understand these new rules so that your nonprofit will remain in compliance. \nPresenters: David Wilson\, Michael Birch\, and Charlotte Petilla of Hirsch Roberts Weinstein \nAgenda: 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m. Breakfast & Networking; 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Presentation \nA buffet of pastries\, fruit\, juices\, coffee and tea will be available. \nThis seminar is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse and Boston Private.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/updated-overtime-rules-3/
LOCATION:Boston Private\, 10 Post Office Sq\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161027T183000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160808T152129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T153723Z
UID:3223-1477584000-1477593000@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by October 24. \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 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:  Janet Rickershauser\, Attorney at Law; Lisa McChesney\, Goodwin; Anli Jiao\, Third Sector New England \nCo-sponsors: Goodwin\, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts\, Third Sector New England.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/nonprofit-incorporation-workshop-15/
LOCATION:Goodwin\, 100 Northern Ave.\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160808T163010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T172639Z
UID:3230-1477299600-1477306800@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Corporate Governance for 501(c)(3) Organizations and their Board Members
DESCRIPTION:Registration*: Click here. Please RSVP by October 20.\n*Registration is required for security clearance. \nA 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. \nPresenters: Maura Murphy\, Rackemann\, Sawyer & Brewster \nAgenda: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.\, Breakfast and Networking; 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.\, Presentation \nA buffet of pastries\, fruit\, juices\, coffee and tea will be available. \nThis seminar is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse and Boston Private.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/corporate-governance-for-501c3-organizations-and-their-board-members-3/
LOCATION:Boston Private\, 10 Post Office Sq\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161020T103000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160907T175805Z
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SUMMARY:Updated Overtime Rules
DESCRIPTION:Registration and Payment: Click here. \nPresenter: David Emer\, Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP \nIs your nonprofit ready for the new overtime rules which will become effective on December 1\, 2016? The Department of Labor’s final overtime rules update the salary level required for the executive\, administrative\, and professional (“white collar”) exemption to ensure that the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) intended overtime protections are fully implemented. It also provides greater clarity for white collar workers and their employers\, including nonprofit organizations. Neither the FLSA nor the Department’s regulations provide an exemption from overtime requirements for nonprofit organizations. While some nonprofits may not be covered under the FLSA\, it is likely that many employees of nonprofits are entitled to FLSA protections. \nCome and join us for a 90 minutes training by employment law experts to help you better understand these new rules so that your nonprofit will remain in compliance.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/updated-overtime-rules-2/
LOCATION:Stonehill College – Brocktonian Room\, 16 Belmont St.\, Easton\, MA\, 02357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161019T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20161005T165525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161005T172033Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Celebration
DESCRIPTION:RSVP here. \nThis Pro Bono Month\, we want to recognize the many volunteers who dedicate their time and expertise to helping our nonprofit and homeless clients. \nSo stop by for drinks and appetizers and let us thank you for all you do! \nBring a friend and an item or two to help guests at our partner shelters stay warm this winter. \nWe are collecting: New gloves\, hats\, scarves\, hand warmers\, underwear\, socks\, and unused travel size toiletries
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/volunteer-celebration/
LOCATION:Boston Bar Association\, 16 Beacon St.\, Boston\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary Vaught":MAILTO:hvaught@lawyersclearinghouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161014T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160830T185349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160830T202449Z
UID:3250-1476437400-1476446400@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Medeiros Center)
DESCRIPTION: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. \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/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161007T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160830T185115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160914T165850Z
UID:3249-1475832600-1475841600@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Pine Street Inn)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative: \nMen’s Contact: Sharron – 617.892.9207 \nWomen’s Contact: Hawah – 617.892.9302 \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-pine-street-inn-17/
LOCATION:Pine Street Inn\, 444 Harrison Avenue\, Boston\, MA\, 02118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161004T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160808T192138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160811T200251Z
UID:3231-1475573400-1475578800@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Updated Overtime Rules
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by September 30. \nIs your nonprofit ready for the new overtime rules which will become effective on December 1\, 2016? The Department of Labor’s final overtime rules update the salary level required for the executive\, administrative\, and professional (“white collar”) exemption to ensure that the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) intended overtime protections are fully implemented. It also provides greater clarity for white collar workers and their employers\, including nonprofit organizations. Neither the FLSA nor the Department’s regulations provide an exemption from overtime requirements for nonprofit organizations. While some nonprofits may not be covered under the FLSA\, it is likely that many employees of nonprofits are entitled to FLSA protections. Come and join us for a 90 minutes training by employment law experts to help you better understand these new rules so that your nonprofit will remain in compliance. \nPresenters: David Wilson\, Michael Birch\, and Charlotte Petilla of Hirsch Roberts Weinstein
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/updated-overtime-rules/
LOCATION:Fidelity House Human Services – Heritage Place\, 439 South Union Street\, Lawrence\, MA\, 01843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160907T180300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160907T180300Z
UID:3279-1475172000-1475179200@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Lobbying\, Advocacy & Political Activities for 501(c)(3) Entities in an Election Year
DESCRIPTION:Registration and Payment: Click here. \nPresenter: Teresa Santalucia\, Partner\, Klein Hornig LLP \nAs the general election of possibly historic importance nears\, nonprofits need to review the rule of engagement in this area so as to remain in compliance with pertinent laws and regulations. This seminar will give a general overview of basic federal tax and election law for 501(c)(3) organizations\, explore ways to organize specific voter engagement activities\, and discuss best practices during an election year including the following questions: \n• What is the difference between advocacy and lobbying?\n• When and how is it okay for a nonprofit to lobby and what happens if a nonprofit crosses the line?\n• Are nonprofit organizations completely prohibited from any involvement in candidate campaigns?
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/lobbying-advocacy-political-activities-for-501c3-entities-in-an-election-year-2/
LOCATION:Stonehill College – Brocktonian Room\, 16 Belmont St.\, Easton\, MA\, 02357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160927T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160927T183000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160818T165741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160818T165741Z
UID:3238-1474993800-1475001000@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Click here. Please RSVP by September 23. \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 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. \nPresenter: Elizabeth Reinhardt\, Law Offices of Elizabeth S. Reinhardt \nCo-sponsors: Goodwin\, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts\, Third Sector New England\, and the Law Offices of Elizabeth S. Reinhardt.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/nonprofit-incorporation-workshop-18/
LOCATION:The Wheelhouse at the Bradford Mill\, 33 Bradford St.\, West Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160914T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160830T204043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160830T204105Z
UID:3274-1473811200-1473872400@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Is Your Employee Exempt or Non-Exempt From the New Overtime Requirements?
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Click here to register. \nThe Department of Labor has issued new overtime regulations effective December 1\, 2016.  Under the new regulations\, the minimum weekly earnings an exempt employee must earn will increase from $455 to $913 per week.  In addition\, the new regulations left in place the requirement that in order to be exempt from the overtime requirements\, an employee’s primary duties must be considered exempt.  But what are considered exempt duties?  Under the law\, an employee must be a working in a bona fide executive\, administrative\, or professional capacity. \nTune in to our webinar when Sadina Montani of the law firm of Vedder Price will discuss “what is a bona fide executive\, administrative or professional employee”.  Also\, find out what steps an employer should take to make sure its employee are being properly classified.  Now is the time to review your employee classifications\, before the new wage limits go into effect. \nThis webinar is a joint project of DC Bar Pro Bono Center and Lawyers Clearinghouse. \nIf you have more questions after the webinar\, come and join us at in-person seminars in Lawrence\, Boston and Easton on this topic in October!
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/webinar-is-your-employee-exempt-or-non-exempt-from-the-new-overtime-requirements/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160909T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160830T184737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160830T202445Z
UID:3248-1473413400-1473422400@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (St. Francis House)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative: \nFabiana – 617.457.1034 \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-st-francis-house-16/
LOCATION:St. Francis House\, 39 Boylston Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160720T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160720T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160602T164146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160713T154657Z
UID:3124-1469007000-1469014200@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Corporate Governance for 501(c)(3) Organizations and their Board Members
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresenters: Maura Murphy\, Esq.\, Rackemann\, Sawyer & Brewster \nRegistration*: This event is at capacity and the waitlist is full\, but a similar seminar will be offered in the fall. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions. \nA buffet of pastries\, fruit\, juices\, coffee and tea will be available. \nThis seminar is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse and Next Mile Project.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/corporate-governance-for-501c3-organizations-and-their-board-members-2/
LOCATION:Next Mile Project – Suite 113\, One Congress Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160629T110000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160518T204947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160623T201718Z
UID:3079-1467190800-1467198000@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:[CANCELED] Lobbying\, Advocacy\, and Political Activities for 501(c)(3) Entities in an Election Year
DESCRIPTION:Registration and payment: This event has been canceled. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions. \nPresenter: Teresa Santalucia\, Partner\, Klein Hornig LLP \nThis seminar will give a general overview of basic federal tax and election law for 501(c)(3) organizations\, explore ways to organize specific voter engagement activities\, and discuss best practices during an election year 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?\nAre nonprofit organizations completely prohibited from any involvement in candidate campaigns?\nDoes federal election law apply to 501(c)(3) organizations?\n\nRefreshments will be available. \nThis seminar is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse and Stonehill College.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/lobbying-advocacy-and-political-activities-for-501c3-entities-in-an-election-year-2/
LOCATION:Stonehill College – Brocktonian Room\, 16 Belmont St.\, Easton\, MA\, 02357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160617T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20150828T175932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150901T163452Z
UID:2347-1466155800-1466164800@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (St. Francis House)
DESCRIPTION:The Lawyers Clearinghouse operates free legal clinics throughout the year at four 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 from Choate\, Hall & Stewart with homeless clients at St. Francis House seeking legal assistance. \nClients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative: \nDoug – 617.654.1206 \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.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/legal-clinic-for-the-homeless-st-francis-house-15/
LOCATION:St. Francis House\, 39 Boylston Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160616T110000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160518T204626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160518T204626Z
UID:3077-1466067600-1466074800@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Corporate Governance for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:Registration and payment: Click here. \nPresenter: Teresa Santalucia\, Partner\, Klein Hornig LLP \nThis 2 hour seminar will give an overview of corporate governance responsibilities and duties that a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization must perform to meet and maintain compliance with the certificate of incorporation\, state / federal laws\, and how your nonprofit is run. It will review various governance policies\, and define the responsibilities of the board of directors and organization leadership in developing\, implementing\, complying and reporting\, as necessary.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/corporate-governance-for-nonprofits/
LOCATION:Stonehill College – Brocktonian Room\, 16 Belmont St.\, Easton\, MA\, 02357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160614T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160614T183000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160428T155939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T160936Z
UID:3029-1465920000-1465929000@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Registration for this event is now closed. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions. \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 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\, Esq.\, Goodwin Procter; Jim Grace\, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts; Anli Jiao\, Third Sector New England \nCo-sponsors: Goodwin\, Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts\, Third Sector New England.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/nonprofit-incorporation-workshop-14/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160614T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20160512T192749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T163745Z
UID:3058-1465893000-1465905600@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:WISP Training and Consultation with Pro Bono Attorneys
DESCRIPTION:Registration*: Registration for this event is now closed. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions. \nPresenters: Dick Allen\, Esq.\, Partner (Retired)\, Casner & Edwards LLP\, and former Chief\, Nonprofit/Charities Division\, MA Attorney General’s Office; Patricia Mazurkiewicz\, Benefit & Payroll Manager\, Boston Bar Association \nPro Bono Attorneys for Individual Consultation on WISP: Attorneys from Morgan Lewis and Legal Departments of Bank of America and State Street \nMassachusetts 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. \nJoin us for a two-part WISP training and consultation program. The 90 minute training will start with an hour training on how to implement and maintain WISP at the operational level by Patti Mazurkierwicz\, followed by a legal overview of WISP by Dick Allen. 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 and attorneys from the Legal Departments of Bank of America and State Street. They will review and update your current WISP as necessary or develop a new WISP for your nonprofit if you don’t have one. \nAgenda: \n8:30 am-8:50 am  Registration\, refreshment and networking\n8:50 am-9:00 am  Welcome remarks\n9:00 am-10:00 am  How to Implement and Maintain a WISP at Your Nonprofit\, Patti Mazurkiewicz\n10:00 am-10:30 am  WISP Overview\, Dick Allen\, Esq.\n10:30 am-10:45 am Break\n10:45 am-12:00 pm  Consultation with Pro Bono Attorneys from Bank of America\, State Street\, and Morgan Lewis \nThis WISP Program is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse; Bank of America; State Street; Morgan\, Lewis & Bockius; and Boston Bar Association.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/wisp-training-and-consultation-with-pro-bono-attorneys/
LOCATION:Morgan Lewis\, 1 Federal St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160610T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20150828T181733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150901T163504Z
UID:2351-1465551000-1465560000@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Cardinal Medeiros Center)
DESCRIPTION:The Lawyers Clearinghouse operates free legal clinics throughout the year at four 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 from Nixon Peabody 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 – 617.619.6960 \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.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/legal-clinic-for-the-homeless-cardinal-medeiros-center-8/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160603T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20150828T150208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150828T150208Z
UID:2341-1464946200-1464955200@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Pine Street Inn)
DESCRIPTION:The Lawyers Clearinghouse operates free legal clinics throughout the year at four 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 from Mintz Levin and the Liberty Mutual Legal Department with homeless clients at Pine Street Inn seeking legal assistance. \nClients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative: \nMen’s Contact: Sharron – 617.892.9207 \nWomen’s Contact: Hawah – 617.892.9303 \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.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/legal-clinic-for-the-homeless-pine-street-inn-16/
LOCATION:Pine Street Inn\, 444 Harrison Avenue\, Boston\, MA\, 02118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120522
CREATED:20150828T182539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T204535Z
UID:2353-1463736600-1463745600@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Bridge Over Troubled Waters)
DESCRIPTION:The Lawyers Clearinghouse operates free legal clinics throughout the year at four 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 from Locke Lord with homeless clients at the Bridge Over Troubled Waters seeking legal assistance. \nPlease note: The 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\, or the Medeiros Center. \nClients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative: \nAlex – 617.423.9575  x234 \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.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/legal-clinic-for-the-homeless-bridge-over-troubled-waters-2/
LOCATION:Bridge Over Troubled Waters\, 47 West St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160519T163000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120523
CREATED:20160414T202649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T184635Z
UID:3017-1463668200-1463675400@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:[CANCELLED] Lobbying\, Advocacy\, and Political Activities for 501(c)(3) Entities in an Election Year
DESCRIPTION:Registration (required): This event has been cancelled. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions. \nPresenter: Teresa Santalucia\, Partner\, Klein Hornig LLP \nThis seminar will give a general overview of basic federal tax and election law for 501(c)(3) organizations\, explore ways to organize specific voter engagement activities\, and discuss best practices during an election year 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?\nAre nonprofit organizations completely prohibited from any involvement in candidate campaigns?\nDoes federal election law apply to 501(c)(3) organizations?\n\nRefreshments will be available. \nThis seminar is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse and Jericho Road Lawrence.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/lobbying-advocacy-and-political-activities-for-501c3-entities-in-an-election-year/
LOCATION:Louise Haffner Fournier Education Center – White Fund Room\, 78 Amesbury St.\, Lawrence\, MA\, 01840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160518T153000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120523
CREATED:20160505T145550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T183556Z
UID:3040-1463576400-1463585400@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Building a Brand: How to Create an Identity for Your Nonprofit that Works and is Legally Protected
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Click here. Please register by May 13. \nFor most nonprofits\, their names and logos are an integral part of their brand and reputation. In the age of cyber space\, the rules surrounding your trademarks and brand are even more complex. This videoconference will discuss the building blocks for creating an organizational identity. It will focus on the basics of trademark law. What is a trademark and how do you protect the nonprofit’s name and logo? We will also discuss trade dress—what it is\, how you create it and why it is important. Then we will talk about how you take all the key elements—trademarks and trade dress—and create a brand that is distinctive\, marketable and legally protected. Finally\, we will review common mistakes your organization needs to avoid that could impact the ability of your organization to protect its brand. \nThis seminar is designed for board members\, executive directors and other nonprofit staff and volunteers responsible for marketing\, communications and fundraising. \nModerator: Elizabeth Perez\, Legal Director\, Lawyers Alliance for New York \nSpeakers: Andrew Deutsch\, Partner\, DLA Piper LLP (US); Tiffany Trunko\, Global Head of Trademarks\, Pfizer Inc.; Liz Carey\, Chief Affiliate Growth & Sustainability Officer\, Dress for Success; David Kessler\, Founding Director\, Starfish \nProgram (all times are Eastern Time):\n1:00 PM Welcome and Opening Remarks\n1:15 PM An Overview of Trademarks and Trade Dress\n2:15 PM Panel Discussion about Steps to Take to Build Your Nonprofit’s Brand\n3:15 PM Questions and Answers\n3:30 PM Adjournment \n[pdf-embedder url=”https://www.lawyersclearinghouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/PfizerSeminarBos-May-18.pdf”]
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/building-a-brand-how-to-create-an-identity-for-your-nonprofit-that-works-and-is-legally-protected/
LOCATION:DLA Piper LLP (US)\, 33 Arch St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120523
CREATED:20160413T202158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160506T184353Z
UID:3014-1462892400-1462899600@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:[Cancelled] Intellectual Property Law Overview for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions. \nPresenter:  Jerry Cohen\, Partner\, Burns & Levinson LLP and Access to Justice Fellow \nMany nonprofits have intellectual property assets and don’t know if they need to protect them or could generate income from them.  The intellectual property assets a nonprofit may have include their name / trademarks-service marks-certification marks\, copyright in their project materials such as studies/reports/books/film-video\, performances\, training manuals and materials in writing or in any other medium. Also\, various forms of proprietary know-how (trade secrets) and inventions protectable by utility\, design or plan patents. In this fast evolving digital age\, it is very easy to copy someone’s protected materials.  Would you like to protect your nonprofit’s assets? Could these assets possibly generate fees from licensing? Revenues subject to UBIT or not?   Or are you willing to share them with anyone in the spirit of open source?  If so\, would this approach ensure your permanent access to these assets?  Are you inadvertently infringing other parties’ rights and creating liability and costs of defense for your nonprofit? Come learn about the parameters of various types of intellectual properties\, and options such assets present to your nonprofit (and pitfalls). \nThis seminar is a joint project of the Lawyers Clearinghouse and Boston Private Community Investment Series.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/intellectual-property-law-overview-for-nonprofits-2/
LOCATION:Boston Bar Association\, 16 Beacon St.\, Boston\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120523
CREATED:20160428T162051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160428T162257Z
UID:3030-1462276800-1462280400@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  Legally Structuring a Lasting Educational Impact
DESCRIPTION:Lawyers Clearinghouse is pleased to offer this webinar in conjunction with Lawyers Alliance for New York and the National Network of Business Law Pro Bono Programs \nRegistration: Click here. The fee is $20. \nPresenters: Nicole Cuttino\, Senior Staff Attorney\, Lawyers Alliance; M. Faye Shin\, Associate\, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP \nHow you would benefit:\nScholarships are an excellent way for nonprofits to support educational achievement in connection with their charitable purposes. Some nonprofits are established with the intention of managing a scholarship program\, while other nonprofits develop a scholarship program after operating for several years as a natural extension of other program offerings. This webinar\, designed for newly forming and existing public charities\, will provide an overview of IRS rules and best practices to establish and administer a scholarship program\, including the selection criteria for recipients\, selecting a scholarship review committee\, distributing funds\, monitoring the use of funds\, and a discussion of tax implications for both the recipient and the public charity. \nLearning objective:\nParticipants will understand how to structure and administer a scholarship program.\n\nWho would benefit:\nFor nonprofit managers and Board members of public charities considering the creation of a scholarship program. \n*This webinar is designed specifically for public charities (not private foundations) and will not address applicable rules for donor advised funds.    
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/lasting-educational-impact-webinar/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T113000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120523
CREATED:20160414T200107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160414T202434Z
UID:3016-1462267800-1462275000@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Online Fundraising: Is Your Nonprofit in Compliance?
DESCRIPTION:(Registration / Networking 9:00-9:30 a.m.) \nRegistration (required): Click here. Please register by April 29. Space is limited. \nPresenter: Josh England\, Attorney at Law & Tax Specialist\, AAFCPAs \nOnline 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)? Come and learn the current state of regulations governing online fundraising. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Jericho Road Lawrence and Jericho Road Lowell.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/online-fundraising-is-your-nonprofit-in-compliance/
LOCATION:Fidelity House Human Services – Heritage Place\, 439 South Union Street\, Lawrence\, MA\, 01843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160429T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120523
CREATED:20150828T175642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150901T163526Z
UID:2346-1461922200-1461931200@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic for the Homeless (St. Francis House)
DESCRIPTION:The Lawyers Clearinghouse operates free legal clinics throughout the year at four 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 from Brown Rudnick with homeless clients at St. Francis House seeking legal assistance. \nClients should sign up in advance if possible by contacting the shelter representative: \nDoug – 617.654.1206 \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.
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/legal-clinic-for-the-homeless-st-francis-house-14/
LOCATION:St. Francis House\, 39 Boylston Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Massachusetts Legal Clinic for the Homeless
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160427T103000
DTSTAMP:20260728T120523
CREATED:20160413T200430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T164903Z
UID:3013-1461747600-1461753000@lawyersclearinghouse.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable with the Experts: Personal Information\, Data Security\, and Document Retention Policy
DESCRIPTION:Registration (required): This event have been cancelled. Please contact Machiko Sano Hewitt with any questions. \nExperts: \n\nDick Allen\, Esq.\, formerly of Casner & Edwards and MA Attorney General’s Office\nChris Novello\, Esq.\, of Boston Scientific Corporation\n\nThe Roundtable with the Experts series continues to offer trainings for pro bono attorneys on policies for nonprofits\, specifically Personal Information & Data Security (including Written Information Security Program – WISP) plus Document Retention Policy. Our Access to Justice Fellow Dick Allen will lead the roundtable session with Chris Novello of Boston Scientific Corporation.  Dick is a nonprofit law expert formerly of Casner & Edwards LLP and the former Chief of Public Charities / Not-for-Profits Division at the Attorney General’s Office. Chris is Senior Counsel in Employment Law at Boston Scientific Corporation.  Bring your questions about nonprofit law practice to the table! \nDesigned to mentor new lawyers and those who would like to know more about nonprofit practice\, this 90-minute roundtable with Dick and other experts will help you assist your nonprofit pro bono clients more effectively\, and expand your practice. \n 
URL:https://lawyersclearinghouse.org/event/roundtable-with-the-experts-personal-information-data-security-and-document-retention-policy/
LOCATION:Boston Bar Association\, 16 Beacon St.\, Boston\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal Workshops for Nonprofits
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