If a 501c3 has a set of by laws and the current board of directors is not following those by laws fully but only when it suits t

When you say member do you mean member of the Board of Directors? Or does the organization have actual members? In either case, the first step for...

Is it legal to pay our non profit staff with a private contribution, even though we are not yet tax exempt?

You organization is free to operate its mission to the fullest extent possible. Make sure to file your tax exemption application with the IRS...

I was expelled from a church based on a false report of misconduct. May I sue the church for defamation of character or libel?

The Church should have bylaws or some other document that outlines the process by which a member can be expelled. There also may be an appeal...

What type of suit do you file against a nonprofit Financial officer who refuses to return financial records and equipment?

You should consult an attorney but in the meantime you should try to recreate as much of your files as you can. There is no guarantee that you will...

I run a website from home and I'd like to write off expenses. Do i need to incorporate to do this?

If you are just starting a business you may just set up a sole proprietorship which is essence just using your name as the business and getting an...

Hi. Is it legal in CA to conduct online raffles on behalf of nonprofits? They seem to do it for themselves.

The Attorney General regulates raffles by nonprofit organizations in California. The rules can be found here: ...

Please help, I signed 1 year contract with Real Property Management East Valley on May, 31, 2010, this is owner e-mail again.

Generally, if you have a lease it will apply to a new owner. Does your lease contain terms about showing? Do you want the rent reduction? Ask for...

After a one-year lease ends, I renewed and signed a new one-year lease. Is it considered a lease or month-to-month agreement?

If you signed a lease then you have lease not a month to month tenancy. If you are breaking your lease you should cooperate with the landlord. To...

Do i need to file a separation agreement with the courts?

You can but do not have to - check out the Court's website it has helpful information. http://www.nycourts.gov/divorce/forms.shtml

I feel compelled to follow up on the last answer and state you do have something to worry about if this is a serious post. You decided to admit to...