This program is not eligible for D.C. Bar CLE Passport use.
Credits: 6.5 CLE credit hours, including 1.0 ethics and professionalism credit hour (Note: This program qualifies for 6.5 general credit hours only in Virginia.)
Description: Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in advancing social causes, serving communities, and advocating for shared needs. Whether focused on religious, scientific, charitable, educational, or public safety missions, nonprofits are an integral part of our society. Join us for the return of this engaging and practical program that explores the legal landscape of nonprofit organizations in the District of Columbia. Led by distinguished faculty, this program provides a comprehensive overview of nonprofit law, offering actionable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by these organizations. The following are among the key topics this program addresses:
- Nonprofit creation options and incorporation procedures
- Applying for and maintaining federal and D.C. tax exemptions
- Applying for a D.C. basic business license and for charitable solicitations
- Overview of the Office of the Attorney General of the District of Columbia’s authority to police domestic and foreign nonprofits
- Distinguishing public charities from private foundations
- Fiduciary duties, standards of conduct, and liability considerations
- Additional ethical restrictions and obligations for federal executive branch employees
- Trending issues
This wide-ranging program is ideal for attorneys providing legal counsel to nonprofits, board members who are looked to for legal advice during meetings, and professionals navigating legal issues in nonprofit operations. Equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies needed to support nonprofits effectively and ensure compliance with applicable laws. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your expertise in an area that directly impacts the communities we serve.
Faculty: Maura K. Leary, US Office of Government Ethics; Stephanie N. Robbins, Harmon, Curran, Spielberg & Eisenberg LLP; Cara J. Spencer, Office of the Attorney General of the District of Columbia; Christopher J. Swartz, US Office of Government Ethics; Benjamin Takis, Takis Nonprofit Law PLLC; Caroline W. Waldner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; and Peter C. Wolk, Law Office of Peter C. Wolk
Fees: $129 Nonprofit Attorneys, $139 D.C. Bar Communities Members; $149 D.C. Bar Members; $159 Government Attorneys; and $179 Others
The D.C. Bar CLE Program now offers discounted group registration rates! For more information, contact the CLE Office at CLE@dcbar.org or 202-626-3488.
Special Notice
If you are planning to attend this event in person at the D.C. Bar, please click here for more information concerning the Bar’s COVID guidelines and visitor policy. Also, if you are attending a class in person, we encourage you to bring a device or to download the materials prior to class as we will not be providing hard copies.
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