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San Francisco, CA 94105

Washington DC

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Washington, DC 20001

Specializing in the Law of Nonprofit Organizations

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

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 and Virtual Conference

Practising Law Institute's Understanding California Nonprofit Organizations

December 16, 2025

Why You Should Attend

This program is directed to attorneys who work with and within nonprofit organizations formed or operating in California. The faculty will provide up-to-date guidance on governance and operational issues for nonprofits, including choice of entity matters, creation and termination of nonprofit organizations, best practices for boards of directors and officers, protection of charitable assets, fundraising, and an overview of relevant business matters such as staffing, advocacy and lobbying work by nonprofits, and protection of intellectual property assets. The faculty will also discuss the use of California nonprofit organizations in social enterprise.

What You Will Learn

After completing this program, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the unique characteristics of the regulatory framework for nonprofit organizations formed or operated in California
  • Understand areas of law specific to nonprofit organizations, including laws regulating fundraising, advocacy, and management of charitable assets
  • Better advise California nonprofit organizations on key elements of their life cycle
  • Learn how to apply to the operation of nonprofit organizations laws also relevant to for-profit business entities
  • Identify how nonprofit organizations may be used to structure social enterprise endeavors

Who Should Attend

This session is appropriate for attorneys who want to expand their knowledge of the regulation of nonprofits organized or operating in California. Attorneys who currently serve nonprofit clients, attorneys who would like to expand their practice to include new nonprofit clients (including pro bono clients), and attorneys and other individuals currently employed by nonprofit organizations may all benefit from this session.

Presenters:

  • William Choi, Rodriguez, Horii, Choi & Cafferata LLP
  • William Kell, New Business Community Law Clinic
  • Carol Bradford Worley, California Community Foundation
  • Shirley J. McLaughlin, Adler & Colvin
  • Nancy E. McGlamery, Adler & Colvin

In-Person Conference

UT Law’s 43rd Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute Conference - Session: "MASTER CLASS: Intermediaries: Options, Pros, and Cons"

January 22, 2026

Intermediaries, used properly, can be powerful tools to enable foundations, charities, and donors to achieve their goals, enhance their effectiveness, and be more efficient. These, and other advantages, have led to increased interest and use of intermediaries. Whether you are new to working with intermediaries, have been at it for years, or even if you are an intermediary, this session examines different types of intermediaries and how people commonly work with them. Also, discuss the advantages and trade-offs inherent in the models, risks that can arise, and how to maximize benefits and reduce challenges.

Presenters:

  • Dahlia B. Doumar, Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP
  • Andrew C. Schulz, Adler & Colvin 

3:15-4:50 p.m. CT

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