Federal policies and enforcement priorities are changing quickly. Lawyers Alliance is here to help NY nonprofits understand their legal compliance obligations, assess legal risk, and do the legal work necessary to continue to operate in a legally compliant manner consistent with their missions.
Lawyers Alliance Legal Alerts
FAQs for Recipients of Federal Funding Regarding Required Certifications (March 20, 2025) with New York Lawyers for the Public Interest
Get Ready for New Federal Government Policies and Enforcement Priorities (December 2024) with New York Lawyers for the Public Interest
Preparese para las Nuevas Politicas y Prioridades de Aplicacion del Gobierno Federal (December 2024) con New York Lawyers for the Public Interest
Guidance to Nonprofits Regarding Immigration Enforcement (December 23, 2024) with New York Lawyers for the Public Interest
In addition, we refer you to Lawyers Alliance's Resources section for Legal Alerts on ongoing and general topics, such as Employment and Volunteer Management (e.g., Furloughs) and Lobbying and Political Activity Regulation (e.g., Election Season Compliance).
Recorded Webinars
Webinar: DEI Insights and Practical Guidance for Nonprofits Following Recent Executive Orders, presented by Simpson Thacher and co-sponsored by Lawyers Alliance and New York Lawyers for the Public Interest, click for slides and for recording
Virtual Training and Discussion: Nonprofit Preparedness Regarding Immigration Enforcement, in English and Spanish, with Human Services Council and New York Lawyers for the Public Interest
Other Useful Resources
- National Council of Nonprofits, A Nonprofit Checklist: What to do When Your Federal Grant or Contract is Terminated
- National Council of Nonprofits, FAQs on Executive Actions Impacting Nonprofits
- National Council of Nonprofits, Executive Orders Affecting Charitable Nonprofits
- Guidance from Multiple Attorneys General, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Employment Initiatives
Lawyers Alliance stands ready to provide immediate assistance to New York City nonprofits through telephone consultations, emergency trainings, and outreach to help them keep pace with emerging legal issues.
For more information:
Call (212) 219-1800 or contact info@lawyersalliance.org
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