One distinctive sector of nonprofit legal representation involves nonprofit and independent schools. These schools are crucial to offering diverse educational opportunities to students in the community and allowing parents to find the right fit for their children. From religious schools to unique learning experiences, nonprofit and independent schools offer students various learning prospects. At the California Center for Nonprofit Law, we have worked with countless schools and educational institutions to meet their legal needs. We understand and help carry out their educational missions by providing the legal support they require.
The California Center for Nonprofit Law can provide you with the legal support and representation you need, whether you are developing a new school, updating policies in an existing school, or facing a legal issue. You can rely on our law firm to offer legal counsel and determine the best strategy for tackling difficult legal issues. Contact the CCNPL today at 949-892-1221, email us at info@NPOlawers.com, or visit us online to learn more about our services.
Legal Services for New and Established Nonprofit and Independent Schools
The California Center for Nonprofit Law can provide the tools you need to launch your new nonprofit or independent school. We can help you navigate the legal steps necessary to get your school up and running, such as preparing initial corporate governance documents, developing corporate policies, and registering your school with required government agencies. We also can lead you through the process of becoming tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code §501(c)(3) and the state tax code if that is an avenue that you choose to pursue. Finally, once your school is established, we can provide ongoing legal compliance counseling to nonprofit boards, officers, and managers to ensure that your school policies and procedures remain up-to-date and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.
Management of Legal Issues for Established Schools
The California Center for Nonprofit Law has the knowledge and skills to handle the ongoing legal needs as they arise in your established nonprofit or independent school. We can assist you on a case-by-case basis when legal conflicts and crises develop, such as in the following areas:
- Harassment claims
- Discrimination claims
- Failure to accommodate
- Teacher, student, and clergy misconduct
We also can handle employment law-related issues, such as negotiating employment agreements, compensation packages, and severance agreements for heads of schools, teachers, and executive directors.
The CCNPL can also help assist your school as it goes through changes. For example, as schools grow, expand, and develop, their legal needs also may change, signaling a need to alter their structure, governance procedures, and more. We will work with you to determine what changes will best suit your needs and how to implement those changes as efficiently and effectively as possible.
We know that your focus as educators needs to be on your students rather than handling legal issues. Therefore, let us handle your legal needs while you concentrate on your school’s educational objectives. In this manner, we can work together to accomplish your school’s goals.
Allow Us to Assist Your School with Its Legal Needs
Independent and nonprofit schools need legal assistance and representation throughout their daily operations and during times of crisis. The California Center for Nonprofit Law will work to ensure that your school is compliant with all laws and regulations at the local, state, and federal levels. We will advise you of your rights and responsibilities so that your school functions seamlessly within the bounds of the law.
Furthermore, we will provide critical support as unexpected legal issues arise. While your school cannot anticipate every legal issue, you can be fully prepared to handle those issues by having a strong and experienced lawyer on your side. Call the California Center for Nonprofit Law today at 949-892-1221, email us at info@NPOlawers.com, or contact us online to schedule a time to talk to us about your school and its legal needs.