Nonprofit and Mission-Driven Legal Services in New York

353 Lexington Avenue
4th Floor PMB267
New York, NY 10016

P (646) 203-2607
F
(212) 273-4320

New York nonprofits operate within one of the most comprehensive regulatory environments in the country, requiring careful attention to governance, reporting, and compliance obligations. Legal counsel plays a critical role in helping organizations meet these requirements while pursuing their mission.

Commonlight Legal provides nonprofit and public interest legal services throughout New York, advising organizations on formation, governance, employment matters, and ongoing compliance with state and federal law.

Legal Counsel for New York Nonprofits and Mission-Driven Organizations

  • Entity Formation and Tax-Exempt Status

  • Governance, Board Duties, and Policies

  • Regulatory Compliance and Attorney General Oversight

  • Employment and Labor Law Counseling

  • Outside General Counsel Services

  • Charter and Independent School Legal Services

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