Helping Nonprofits Thrive with Experienced Legal Guidance
Starting and operating a nonprofit organization is a powerful way to make a difference in your community. But navigating the legal requirements and regulatory responsibilities that come with nonprofit work can be overwhelming without the right legal guidance. With over a decade of experience, our law firm proudly supports nonprofit organizations across Corpus Christi, TX, and the Coastal Bend region with trusted legal counsel tailored to your mission.
We understand that nonprofits are driven by passion and purpose—but also that good intentions alone aren’t enough to ensure legal compliance or organizational sustainability. Whether you’re forming a new nonprofit, managing board governance, or navigating IRS regulations, we offer practical, results-oriented legal services to help you focus on what matters most: serving your mission and your community.
Comprehensive Legal Services for Nonprofits
We offer a full range of nonprofit legal services designed to meet the unique needs of charitable organizations, foundations, faith-based groups, educational institutions, social service agencies, and other mission-driven entities.
Nonprofit Formation & Tax-Exempt Status
Starting a nonprofit requires more than just a good idea—it requires a solid legal foundation. We guide clients through every step of the formation process, including:
- Choosing the appropriate legal structure (typically a Texas nonprofit corporation)
- Drafting and filing Articles of Incorporation with the Texas Secretary of State
- Creating customized bylaws and governance policies
- Applying for IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt recognition and handling follow-up questions or audits
- Registering for state-level tax exemptions and charitable solicitation permits (as applicable)
Our goal is to help you launch your nonprofit efficiently and in full compliance with legal requirements so you can start serving your mission with confidence.
Governance & Board Compliance
Strong governance is critical to your nonprofit’s credibility and long-term success. We advise nonprofit boards and leadership teams on a wide range of governance issues, including:
- Fiduciary duties of board members
- Board training and best practices
- Conflict-of-interest policies
- Updating bylaws to reflect organizational changes
- Meeting minutes and corporate recordkeeping
- Strategic planning aligned with regulatory obligations
We also assist in mediating board disputes and advising on board transitions to maintain organizational integrity and mission continuity.
Ongoing Legal Compliance
Staying compliant with state and federal laws is essential for maintaining your nonprofit’s good standing and tax-exempt status. We help clients stay on top of:
- IRS annual filings (Form 990)
- State charitable registration and reporting
- Employment law and volunteer agreements
- Political activity and lobbying limitations
- Unrelated business income (UBIT) and other IRS compliance matters
Many nonprofits face unintentional legal issues simply due to a lack of awareness or resources. We work proactively with our clients to prevent problems before they arise.
Contracts & Operational Support
Running a nonprofit involves entering into contracts, hiring staff, managing vendors, leasing property, and handling day-to-day operational matters. We provide practical, nonprofit-focused legal advice on:
- Drafting and reviewing service agreements and MOUs
- Employment and independent contractor agreements
- Lease agreements and facility use policies
- Fundraising agreements and donor compliance
- Partnership agreements and collaborations
Our firm ensures that all of your contracts and operational documents reflect your organization’s mission and protect your legal interests.
Nonprofit Mergers, Dissolutions & Reorganizations
Whether your nonprofit is expanding, restructuring, or preparing to close its doors, we help you manage complex transitions smoothly and legally. Services in this area include:
- Nonprofit mergers or asset transfers
- Affiliation agreements or fiscal sponsorship arrangements
- Dissolution planning and asset distribution in compliance with Texas nonprofit law
- IRS notification and final filings
We provide strategic legal guidance that aligns with your organizational goals and ensures proper stewardship of donor funds and charitable assets.
Serving the Coastal Bend Community
We serve nonprofits throughout Corpus Christi and the surrounding areas, including Portland, Rockport, Kingsville, Alice, Robstown, Aransas Pass, and Ingleside. Our clients range from grassroots charities and faith-based ministries to established organizations making a broad regional impact.
We understand the unique challenges nonprofits face in South Texas—from limited funding and evolving compliance requirements to the high stakes of community trust and transparency. With our deep legal knowledge and local insight, we’re proud to be a reliable partner for organizations that serve the people and causes of this region.
Why Choose Our Firm?
- Over 10 years of experience in nonprofit and business law
- Personalized legal guidance—no one-size-fits-all templates
- Responsive and accessible support for urgent and ongoing legal needs
- Clear, upfront pricing with options for ongoing counsel or one-time projects
Your mission deserves the best legal foundation. We’re here to help you build it.
Schedule a Consultation
If you’re launching a new nonprofit or need support managing legal issues for an existing organization, we’re ready to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can support your nonprofit’s mission—legally and strategically.