Not-for-profit organizations play a vital role in serving our communities. These organizations face unique business challenges and require sophisticated legal representation and services. Whiteman Osterman & Hanna’s multi-disciplinary practice understands the business of not-for-profits, and provides a full range of services to help our clients meet these challenges through solutions that are tailored to each not-for-profit's business and circumstances.
Our Not-for-Profit practice draws on the experience and expertise from attorneys from several of the Firm’s practice groups, and works with new and existing not-for-profit organizations on issues related to:
- Labor and Employment Matters
- Corporate Governance/Bylaws/Policies
- Board of Director Trainings
- Contract Matters
- Tax Matters
- Real Estate and Land Use
- Mergers & Acquisitions/Dissolutions
- Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457 plans)
- Disposition of Assets
- Obtaining a 501(c)(3) designation
- Litigation
We bring cost-effective and creative solutions to a diverse client base that includes:
- Colleges and Universities
- Trade and Industry Organizations/Associations
- School Districts
- Hospitals
- Charter Schools
- Religious Organizations
- Libraries and Museums
- Foundations/Supporting Organizations/Fundraising Arms
- Land Banks
- Charitable Organizations
A Commitment to the Not-for-Profit Community
Since its inception, Whiteman Osterman & Hanna has been committed to supporting not-for-profits throughout the Capital Region. As a Firm and individually, the attorneys and staff contribute to the not-for-profit community through financial support, serving on boards and committees, corporate sponsorship, offering time and resources, and participating in many local events and activities.
