Nonprofits and mission-driven organizations in Washington, DC operate within a legal environment shaped by federal law, District regulations, and active regulatory oversight. From entity formation and tax-exempt status to governance, employment, and ongoing compliance, legal decisions directly affect an organization’s stability and credibility.

Commonlight Legal provides nonprofit and public interest legal services to organizations throughout Washington, DC, offering practical counsel that supports compliant operations and mission-aligned decision-making.

Legal Counsel for Nonprofits and Mission-Driven Organizations in DC

• Entity Formation and Tax-Exempt Status

• Governance and Board Advisory

• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management

• Risk assessment for political activity and lobbying

• Employment and Labor Law for Nonprofits

• Outside General Counsel Services