San Francisco

135 Main Street
20th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94105

Washington DC

50 F Street NW
Suite 1230
Washington, DC 20001

Specializing in the Law of Nonprofit Organizations

Rosemary E. Fei, Principal Matt Clausen, Principal Wendy Hernandez, Associate Sara Ortega Corriols, Associate Gregory L. Colvin, Emeritus Erik Dryburgh, Retired Eric K. Gorovitz, Principal Andrew Schulz, Principal Emily Chan, Of Counsel Jinna Kwak, Of Counsel Amy Greeley, Associate Shirley J. McLaughlin, Principal David Ferguson, Associate Amy Rodriguez, Of Counsel , Steven R. Chiodini, Of Counsel Ingrid Mittermaier, Principal Jennifer Appel, Associate David A. Levitt, Principal Nancy E. McGlamery, Principal , , Robert A. Wexler, Senior Counsel

Adler & Colvin is a group of seasoned attorneys based in San Francisco, deeply committed to serving the legal needs of the nonprofit sector.  The firm brings an unrivaled depth of expertise and passion to its representation of tax-exempt organizations and individual philanthropists.

Upcoming Events

In-Person Conference

2025 Kasner Symposium (21st Annual Jerry A. Kasner Estate Planning Symposium) - Session: "Exempt Organization Update"

September 4, 2025

Charitable giving is a key element in estate planning for many clients. High-net-worth individuals and families often have specific philanthropic goals and objectives. The years 2024 and 2025 have been particularly significant and challenging for nonprofit organizations due to the new administration and changes in federal funding and public policy, which have impacted their operations. This presentation will cover recent federal income tax developments for charitable organizations, providing valuable insights for estate planners as they assist with major gifts and complex asset donations.

Presenters:

  • David Sacarelos, Baker Tilly
  • David Levitt, Adler & Colvin

11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. PT / 2-3:15 p.m. ET

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In-Person and Virtual Conference

Corporate Political Activities 2025: Complying with Campaign Finance, Lobbying, and Ethics Laws - Session: "Political Activity by Nonprofits and Advocacy Organizations"

September 19, 2025

Panelists:

  • Jason Kaune, Nielsen, Merksamer, Parrinello, Gross & Leoni LLP
  • Eric Gorovitz, Adler & Colvin
  • Molly Meegan, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
  • Mike Whatley

11:30 a.m. ET / 8:30 a.m. PT

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Our firm represents some of the most recognized and respected nonprofits and philanthropic organizations in the U.S.