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

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

Adler & Colvin is a group of seasoned attorneys based in San Francisco and Washington, D.C., 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.

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Upcoming Events

In-Person Conference

Georgetown University’s 2026 Conference on Representing & Managing Tax-Exempt Organizations - Session: "Breakout A: Global Giving: Planning and Operations for International Philanthropy"

April 24, 2026

Session Queries:

  • Considerations when establishing overseas operations: permanent establishment and related tax challenges
  • Working effectively with local counsel
  • Coordinating programs, personnel, and resources across borders

Panelists:

  • Erica Guy, The Rockefeller Foundation
  • Damon James, The David & Lucile Packard Foundation
  • Nancy McGlamery, Adler & Colvin

 

1:30–2:30 p.m. ET

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In-Person Conference

Georgetown University’s 2026 Conference on Representing & Managing Tax-Exempt Organizations - Session: "Breakout A: Beyond Private Foundation: Alternatives for Philanthropic Planning"

April 24, 2026

Session Queries:

  • Overview of common structures: DAFs, purpose trusts, 501(c)(4)s, fiscal sponsorships, and hybrid structures
  • Benefits and challenges of alternative structures

Panelists:

  • Allison Heimann, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
  • Janna Freed, New Venture Fund
  • Andrew Schulz, Adler & Colvin

 

2:45–3:45 p.m. ET

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Featured Content

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Comments on Proposed Donor Advised Fund Regulations

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How Private Foundations Can Support 501(c)(4) Work

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New Activities for Your 501(c)(3): Eight Things to Keep in Mind

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Group Exemptions Are Back: 8 Things to Know

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