Nonprofit + Charitable Organizations

Miller Canfield attorneys have extensive experience and expertise in the counsel and representation of non-profit and charitable organizations, private foundations, public charities, academic institutions, trade associations, religious organizations, hospitals, governmental entities and agencies, and other tax-exempt organizations. 

We draw upon the collective knowledge within the firm to provide comprehensive, pragmatic and efficient solutions to their diverse legal issues, opportunities and challenges.

The following list is a representative sample of the types of issues our clients address and the services we provide to these organizations. We invite your inquiry and welcome the opportunity to provide more detailed information.

WE REPRESENT

Ballot Question Committees
Charitable Organizations
Charter Schools
Civic Organizations
Colleges, Universities, and their Foundations
Community Development Corporations
Community Foundations
Cooperatives
Homeowners’ Associations
Hospitals, Health Care Organizations, and their Foundations
Joint Ventures and Affiliates
Limited Dividend Housing Associations
Political Committees/Private Foundations
Private Schools
Professional Associations
Public Charities
Quasi-Governmental Organizations
Religious Organizations, Social and Other Clubs
Social Welfare Organizations
Supporting Organizations
Taxable Nonprofit Organizations
Title Holding Entities
Trade Associations
Low-Income and Other Housing Groups

TYPES OF SERVICES THAT WE PROVIDE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

FORMATION

Articles, Bylaws, and Corporate Documents
Initial Meetings
Form of Entity
Formation "Check-Ups" and Updating
Liability Limitation
Related Entities
State Licensing
Tax Exemptions
    Federal and State Income Taxes
    Sales and Use Taxes
    Property Tax Exemptions

DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCING

Charitable Remainder and Lead Trusts
Contributions of Property
Charitable Gift Annuities
Endowments
Fundraising Materials
Gift Structuring and Agreements
Grants
Planned Giving Programs
Pooled Income Funds
Raffles and Lotteries
Sample Forms
Solicitation Licensing
Taxable Affiliates and Subsidiaries
Tax-exempt Bond Financing

OPERATIONS

Contracts and Agreements
Dissolution and Mergers
Employment and Employee Benefits
Governmental Regulation and Agencies
Insurance Matters
Investments
Legislation
Litigation
Maintenance and Changes of Exempt Status
Partnerships and Limited Liability Companies
Pensions
Real Estate and Environmental
Strategic Planning and Evaluation
Supporting Organizations
Tax Matters and Audits
Unrelated Trade or Business Taxable Income
Compliance