Church/Non-Profit Law

Attorney Heather Rooney McBride has been providing services to non-profit corporations and religious institutions for over 15 years. She and her team can provide legal advice and support to your church or not-for-profit entity that is situation-specific or recurring, as needed. Issues that come up in church and non-profit governance, like bylaws adherence, Robert’s Rules of Order, and applying for and maintaining 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, should always be navigated with the help of experienced legal counsel. Approaching issues without the help of an attorney can result in legal consequences such as but not limited to losing your 501(c)(3) status and even personal liability for your directors or trustees.

RMS serves as general counsel for a number of non-profit and Christian organizations. Our team can provide advice and support for the real-life issues that churches, daycares, and benevolent organizations frequently experience. For example, if you have questions about for-profit opportunities in the context of a 501(c)(3) organization, about spin-off or sub-organizations operating under the umbrella of your 501(c)(3) status, about human resources issues or employment law, or about contracts such as leases or partnership opportunities, our legal team can help. The experienced attorneys of RMS welcome the opportunity to guide you through difficult legal issues so that you can focus again on the mission and purpose of your organization.