Help! Do We Need a Lawyer? POSTPONED UNTIL JANUARY

To be effective, nonprofit organizations need to have a clear sense of self and good understanding of the legal environment within which they operate.  Even the smallest nonprofits hire employees and independent contractors, sign contracts, buy and sell real estate, have licensing requirements, and face legal claims.  To meet regulatory expectations, nonprofit boards also need to be sure to have a variety of governance policies and procedures in place; including, conflict of interest, whistle blower and document retention policies. 

Knowing how and when to hire a lawyer helps nonprofits operate confidently and successfully.  Anticipating and dealing effectively with legal issues helps avoid harm to an organization’s reputation when problems do arise and become public.    

 Attendees will leave the workshop knowing: 

• Who the regulators are – and what they want
• Typical legal needs of community based nonprofits
• Practical strategies for avoiding liability
• When to call a lawyer.

About the Presenter: Elizabeth Reinhardt  has worked with nonprofit organizations, charitable trusts, and religious organizations as a lawyer, regulator, advocate, consultant, educator and board member. A former Massachusetts Assistant Attorney General in the Division of Public Charities, she maintains a private practice in West Concord, focused on serving the legal needs of diverse nonprofit clients.  Practice areas include employment, regulatory, corporate, contract, and probate court matters.  She also consults in areas including the roles and responsibilities of board members and governance best practices, and is a frequent public speaker.  

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