Nonprofit & Church Law
Obtaining a not-for-profit (non-profit) organization status can be a daunting experience. Federal Law is exacting in not only the creation of such entities but also in setting strict rules as to the operation of a 501(c)(3). Ingraham Pautienus & Tidwell assists and represents nonprofit organizations in a wide variety of areas, including the formation of nonprofits, employee law matters, joint ventures with for-profit entities, unrelated business taxable income issues, tax exemptions, and charitable solicitation registrations.
Ingraham Pautienus & Tidwell is the Nashville & Middle Tennessee area law firm you want and need for non-profit legal counsel. We assists organizations in the formation of 501(c)(3) nonprofits (private foundation or public charitable, educational or scientific), faith based organization, and other section 501(c) organizations. We assist you in avoiding legal pitfalls while properly obtaining and keeping your federal and state tax-exempt status. Our attorneys focus on prevention and risk management so you can avoid claims and focus on your charitable objectives. We can stay involved to insure that non-profit organizations observe proper corporate formalities, comply with current state and federal employment regulations, and keep you up to date on risk management best practices.
Whether you are an existing 501(c)(3) organization looking for legal counsel related to US or Tennessee law, need non-profit business litigation counsel or representation, or an individual or group seeking legal assistance in a 501(c)(3) formation, the attorneys at Ingraham, Pautienus, & Tidwell, a Nashville based law firm, are ready to assist you.
For those who are just starting out or a seasoned non-profit organization it is likely that at some point in time you are going to need an experienced lawyer to help with a legal problem. That's why it's important for any 501(c)(3) organization, big or small, to have an ongoing relationship with a law firm practicing in the area of non-profit law. Our attorneys have over 90 years of combined legal experience and can effectively and efficiently guide and advise you in all legal matters related to your non-profit organization.
After your nonprofit organization has been established, our firm can also serve as your general counsel, advising you about all matters related to your not-for-profit's ventures, contracts, and relationships.
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For more information about your legal concern, contact us, at Ingraham Pautienus & Tidwell, PLLC for a free initial consultation. Our firm represents businesses throughout Middle Tennessee.
