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Please check the box under "I'm Interested" by each opportunity you're interested in. Complete the form at the bottom, and click on "Submit." This form will be emailed to Pro Bono Partnership. You will be contacted shortly thereafter with more detailed information about the client and the required legal work.

Please check all matters in which you are interested, as some matters may have previously been placed - however, submitting this form does not obligate you to take a matter!

              Employment/Labor/Employee Benefits

Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Learning Center at Piper's Hill 29-033.3 The mission of Learning Center at Piper's Hill is to meet the individual child care needs of the community in a family-like environment. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of personnel policies and job descriptions.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Westchester Association for the Education of Young Children 29-089.1 The mission of Westchester Association for the Education of Young Children (WAEYC) is to serve, educate and advocate for early learning professionals and the early learning profession. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with providing a workshop on employment law.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
CURA, Inc. 29-060.1 The mission of CURA, Inc. (www.curainc.org) is to help Spanish-speaking indigent individuals addicted to drugs and alcohol attain recovery so that they can become useful members of society. Essex, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Advice regarding alternatives for potential restructuring.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Child Care Resources of Rockland 99-071.8 The mission of Child Care Resources of Rockland (www.childcarerockland.org) is to ensure that all children in Rockland County and the surrounding areas have equal access to quality child care and early education services. Rockland, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with reviewing job descriptions.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Rockland Parent-Child Center 27-191.6 The mission of Rockland Parent-Child Center (www.rocklandparentchild.org) is to provide a variety of programs including playgroups for parents, infants and toddlers, professionally facilitated support groups, workshops and a community speaker series. Rockland, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with properly classifying workers as employees or independent contractors.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Rockland Parent-Child Center 27-191.7 The mission of Rockland Parent-Child Center (www.rocklandparentchild.org) is to provide a variety of programs including playgroups for parents, infants and toddlers, professionally facilitated support groups, workshops and a community speaker series. Rockland, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with drafting an employee handbook.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Larchmont Mamaroneck Community Television 29-053.1 The mission of Larchmont-Mamaroneck Community Television (www.lmc-tv.org) is to provide a supportive environment and facilities to encourage freedom of speech, public dialogue and artistic expression that reflect the diverse interests and needs of the community. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with creating personnel policies, reviewing job descriptions and properly classifying employees as exempt or non-exempt.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Soul Friends 08-179.1 The mission of Soul Friends (www.soul-friends.org) is to provide innovative clinical and educational programs that promote the healing benefits of the human-animal bond and nature for children. New Haven, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with evaluating proper categorization of participating therapists (as independent contractors or employees) and developing written agreements with such therapists as appropriate.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Soul Friends 08-179.2 The mission of Soul Friends (www.soul-friends.org) is to provide innovative clinical and educational programs that promote the healing benefits of the human-animal bond and nature for children. New Haven, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with enforcement of non-compete agreement.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
SonRise Development Corp. 28-076.3 The mission of SonRise Development Corp. is to promote the well-being of the members of local communities by providing convenient and affordable access to informative and educational resources and services not readily available to them. Bergen, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of a volunteer intake and screening form.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Ironbound Community Corp. 23-082.4 The mission of Ironbound Community Corp. (www.ironboundcc.org) is to provide multiple social services, including child care, in the ethnically diverse Newark neighborhood called "Ironbound." Essex, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Advice regarding an employee disciplinary matter.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Ramapo for Children 25-077.4 The mission of Ramapo for Children is to serve children with a wide range of social, emotional and learning problems in a dynamic and stimulating learning environment, providing educational and recreational experiences that promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. Dutchess, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with reviewing a new year-round transition-to-work program for young adults to assess what, if any, employment-related issues need to be addressed.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Ramapo for Children 25-077.5 The mission of Ramapo for Children is to serve children with a wide range of social, emotional and learning problems in a dynamic and stimulating learning environment, providing educational and recreational experiences that promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. Dutchess, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with reviewing a new year-round transition-to-work program for teens to assess what, if any, employment-related issues need to be addressed.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Families Network of Western CT 23-093.4 The mission of Families Network of Western CT is to provide parent education and support to promote healthy outcomes for children. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Advice in connection with an employment issue.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Brain Injury Association of Connecticut 08-172.1 The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Connecticut (www.biact.org) is to support persons living with brain injury and their families by promoting services to facilitate full inclusion within their local community and to increase awareness and understanding of brain injury and its prevention through community education. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Advice in connection with strategic HR issues.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Hartford Association for the Education of Young Children 08-147.4 The mission of the Hartford Association for the Education of Young Children is to serve and act on behalf of the needs and rights of young children with primary focus on the provision of educational services and resources to adults who work with and for young children. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with drafting a template employment manual which complies with Connecticut's revised child care regulations, and which can be used by the Organization's member child care centers.
 

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Nonprofit

Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Minority Construction Council 08-167.4 The mission of Minority Construction Council (www.mccct.org) is to promote the health and viability of minority-owned construction firms in the State of Connecticut. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Advice in connection with the state and federal rules applicable to lobbying at state level.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Norwalk Grassroots Tennis 28-101.2 The mission of Norwalk Grassroots Tennis (www.norwalkgrassrootstennis.com) is to improve the lives of inner city children through tennis, free of charge, year round, indoors and outdoors. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with an issue in connection with raffle tickets.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Watkinson School 08-171.2 The mission of Watkinson School (www.watkinson.org) is to develop in its students the power to shape their lives and the world around them. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review and revision of the Organization's gift acceptance policy.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Become Educated in CPR (B.E. CPR) 28-101.2 The mission of Become Educated in CPR (www.becpr.org) is to raise awareness and make CPR education easily accessible for parents. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with several nonprofit matters.
 

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Contracts

Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Nutrition Consortium of NYS 29-092.3 The mission of Nutrition Consortium of NYS (www.nutritionconsortium.org) is to alleviate hunger for residents of New York State. The Nutrition Consortium works to expand participation in a variety of anti-hunger programs including the Food Stamp Program, School Breakfast Program, and the Summer Food Service Program. The Consortium also conducts statewide outreach to expand child nutrition programs, and offers food assistance programs for older adults. Albany, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with reviewing a contract between Organization and community-based not-for-profit with which it contracts on an annual basis.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
InterGenerate 29-069.3 The mission of InterGenerate (www.intergenerate.community.officelive.com) is to inspire and promote an environmentally and socially sustainable paradigm for community planning and living in Northern Westchester. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with drafting a fiscal sponsorship agreement.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue 29-063.4 The mission of Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue (www.luckyorphanshorserescue.org) is to provide a safe haven for unwanted, abused and neglected horses. Dutchess, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of a volunteer application and waiver form.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Child Care Council of Westchester 98-001.047 The mission of Child Care Council of Westchester (www.childcarewestchester.org) is to provide assistance to parents in locating child care, develop and sponsor training for caregivers and assistance in organizing and starting new centers. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with preparing a memorandum of understanding with another nonprofit to take over its administration.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Open Door Shelter 26-189.010 The mission of Norwalk Emergency Shelter (www.norwalkemergencyshelter.org) is to effectively address the complex needs of the homeless and working poor. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with drafting a waiver in connection with eating at the shelter.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Pro Bono Partnership 22-084.082 The mission of Pro Bono Partnership (www.probonopartnership.org) is to provide free legal services to community-based organizations that serve the poor and disadvantaged populations in Westchester County, NY; Fairfield and Hartford Counties, CT; and New Jersey. Morris, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with drafting/reviewing up to three very similar collaboration Memoranda of Understanding between a nonprofit that is a NJ State Office of Faith Based Initiatives (NJOFBI) grant recipient and three nonprofit collaboration partners. PBP is looking to enlist up to 40 volunteer lawyers who will be willing to review up to three MOUs each as we expect 40 NJOFBI grantees to request such assistance between June and August 2009. We have a template MOU and, based on prior experience, we expect the assignment will require on average no more than a total of four hours to review up to three MOUs.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Integrated Health Services 08-065.13 The mission of Integrated Health Services is to provide comprehensive and preventative health care services, including mental health and dental services to children and their families who are either uninsured, underinsured or without access to a health care provider. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with arrangement regarding medical records (providing for conveyance or permanent custody).
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Domus 20-091.9 The mission of Domus (www.domuskids.org) is to operate programs in Stamford for at-risk youth and families, including group homes, charter school, juvenile justice center and summer camp. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with writing a demand letter to a vendor who failed to put on an agreed upon college event and failed to return the Organization's money.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue 29-063.2 The mission of Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue (www.luckyorphanshorserescue.org) is to provide a safe haven for unwanted, abused, neglected horses. Dutchess, NY
Legal Work Required:  Advice in connection with a horse that was taken from the Organization.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Tails of Hope Foundation 29-097.2 The mission of Tails of Hope Foundation (www.tailsofhopefoundation.org) is to provide help to individuals whose companion animals are suffering from serious illness, veterinary hospitals treating such animals and education about critical issues in the innovative field of comparative medicine. Orange, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with drafting an application/waiver form for qualified dogs to take part in public and hospital visits.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Ossining Children's Center 98-066.034 The mission of Ossining Children's Center (www.ossiningchildrenscenter.org) is to provide care for children in a safe, nurturing and enriching environment while their parents work. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with determining whether the Organization is entitled to extra amounts expended to care for special needs' children under terms of Department of Social Service contract and applicable statutes/regulations.
 

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Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Connecticut Main Street Center 08-111.3 The mission of Connecticut Main Street Center (www.ctmainstreet.org) is to participate in downtown revitalization, advocacy and technical assistance. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with creating the following governance documents: conflict of interest, whistleblower and document retention policies.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Learning Center at Piper's Hill 29-033.2 The mission of Learning Center at Piper's Hill is to meet the individual child care needs of the community in a family-like environment. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of bylaws.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Little Angels Child Care Center 21-114.3 The mission of Little Angels Child Care Center is to offer a nurturing, caring and sensitive environment geared towards each child's individual development for children ages 6 weeks to five years old. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of bylaws.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Minority Construction Council 08-167.1 The mission of Minority Construction Council (www.mccct.org) is to promote the health and viability of minority-owned construction firms in the State of Connecticut. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of bylaws and certificate of incorporation.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
CPEP 08-169.3 The mission of CPEP (www.cpep.org) is to help underrepresented youths explore, prepare and reach their full potential in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a preparation of the following governance documents, conflicts of interest policy, whistleblower policy, document retention policy and audit committee charter.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Performers Workshop 29-025.1 The mission of Performer's Workshop is to create a multicultural experience through performance and interpretation of various vocal and piano genres, and assist performers who are interested in using their talents to make vital musical contributions to their communities. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of Organization's bylaws and certificate of incorporation, filing as a foreign corporation in New York, and charities bureau registration.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue 29-063.1 The mission of Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue (www.luckyorphanshorserescue.org) is to provide a safe haven for unwanted, abused and neglected horses. Dutchess, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of bylaws.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Soieree Society of the Arts 29-043.1 The mission of Soiree Society of the Arts (www.soireesociety.org) is to celebrate the history and culture surrounding the piano that includes music, fine art, poetry, dance and literature. Rockland, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of bylaws.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Northern Westchester Shelter 98-034.3 The mission of Northern Westchester Shelter is to promote healthy, non-violent healthy family life by providing shelter and comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of bylaws and corporate governance practices.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Action for Bridgeport Community Development 26-153.6 The mission of Action for Bridgeport Community Development (www.abcd.org) is to assist the port by concentrating its efforts and resources on identifying and eliminating the causes of poverty, rather than only dealing with its effects. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with corporate governance policies.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Waterkeeper Alliance 29-049.1 The mission of Waterkeeper Alliance (www.waterkeeper.org) an advocacy organization with 185 programs working to ensure that the world waterways are free of pollutants. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of bylaws.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Larchmont Mamaroneck Community Television 29-053.4 The mission of Larchmont-Mamaroneck Community Television (www.lmc-tv.org) is to provide a supportive environment and facilities to encourage freedom of speech, public dialogue and artistic expression that reflect the diverse interests and needs of the community. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of bylaws and other corporate governance documents.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Holcomb Farm Learning Center 08-173.3 The mission of Holcomb Farm (www.holcombfarm.org) is to preserve and utilize a historic New England farm for agriculture, arts, education and passive recreation. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a revision of Certificate of Incorporation to make it consistent with updated bylaws.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Watkinson School 08-171.1 The mission of Watkinson School (www.watkinson.org) is to develop in its students the power to shape their lives and the world around them. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review and revision of Certificate of Incorporation and bylaws.
 


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Real Estate/Environmental

Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Career Resources 25-137.4 The mission of Career Resources (www.careersources.org) is to provide youth and adults with skills, resources and support necessary for personal development, economic self-sufficiency and career advancement and also provide planning and staffing resources to the business community in support of workforce development. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with reviewing an office lease.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
New Dawn Foundation 28-125.5 The mission of the New Dawn Foundation (www.theoaksndf.org) is to offer healing for healers of all kinds and those working to better or improve society by providing education and spiritual retreats, workshops, therapeutic support and general respite from the pressures and challenges of life. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with the purchase of real property.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Elizabeth Mascia Child Care Center 98-012.011 The mission of Elizabeth Mascia Child Care Center is to provide quality, affordable child care to the diverse social, economic, racial and ethnic population of the local community. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with reviewing a lease to determine responsibility and potential liability for outdated equipment on a playground leased from the Village of Tarrytown.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Connecticut Oral Health Initiative 08-182.1 The mission of Connecticut Oral Health Initiative (www.ctoralhealth.org) is to create a public conscience that results in oral health for all through advocacy, coalition-building and education. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review and negotiation of lease for office space.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Passaic River Coalition 23-142.022 The mission of Passaic River Coalition (www.passaicriver.org) is to improve the water resources of the Passaic River Watershed through various means, including environmental research, land management and preservation of open spaces. Somerset, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with preparation of a contract for a donation of land to the organization.
 

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Incorporation/Tax Exemption

Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Chinmaya Mission Fairfield 29-059.1 The mission of Chinmaya Mission Fairfield (www.chinmayafairfield.org) is to provide individuals the wisdom of Vedanta and the practical means for spiritual growth and happiness. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with obtaining incorporation and tax exempt status.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Stamford Public Education Foundation 21-141.2 The mission of Stamford Public Education Foundation is to provide an education foundation that convenes key players in the community, administers innovate school programs, brokers resources, awards grants and enhances the visibility and value of the public schools. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with questions regarding the tax exempt status of the Organization.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Exchange Club of Norwalk 28-219.1 The mission of Exchange Club of Norwalk (www.exchangeclub.com) is to conduct various fundraising events, the proceeds of which are used to fund a variety of local charities, for the prevention of child abuse. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with incorporation and applying for a tax exemption for a related charitable organization that will engage in fundraising activities.
 


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Intellectual Property

Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Wilton Library Association 22-092.017 The mission of Wilton Library Association (www.wiltonlibrary.org) is to provide a public library that serves the Town of Wilton. Fairfield, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a question about posting music clips on the Organization's website.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Waterkeeper Alliance 29-049.3 The mission of Waterkeeper Alliance (www.waterkeeper.org) is to serve as an advocacy organization with 185 programs working to ensure that the world waterways are free of pollutants. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Advice in connection with trademark licensing.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
New Rochelle Day Nursery 97-015.5 The mission of New Rochelle Day Nursery is to offer affordable day care to the New Rochelle community. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with preparing photo/video release for videos of children to be used on internet sites such as YouTube.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
National Association for Shoplifting Prevention 29-081.1 The mission of National Association for Shoplifting Prevention (www.shopliftingprevention.org) is to raise public awareness about the harmful effects of shoplifting on youth, families and communities. Nassau, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with protecting the Organization's programs and materials.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Tails of Hope Foundation 29-097.1 The mission of Tails of Hope Foundation (www.tailsofhopefoundation.org) is to provide help to individuals whose companion animals are suffering from serious illness, veterinary hospitals treating such animals and education about critical issues in the innovative field of comparative medicine. Orange, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a legal audit of the Organization's intellectual property needs.
 


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Corporate

Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Lower Hudson Partners of the Americas 25-073.1 The mission of Lower Hudson Partners of the Americas, a chapter of the International Partners of the Americas (www.partners.net), is to enrich the lives of citizens in the Lower Hudson Valley and St. Lucia by promoting the exchange of a variety of human and technical resources. Rockland, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with amending the organization's certificate of incorporation, applying for tax exemption and preparing related state filings.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Pro Bono Partnership 98-062.151 The mission of Pro Bono Partnership (www.probonopartnership.org) is to provide free legal services to community-based organizations that serve the poor and disadvantaged populations in Westchester County, NY; Fairfield and Hartford Counties, CT; and New Jersey. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with preparing model forms and related documents for use by New Jersey nonprofits that are merging.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Pro Bono Partnership 98-062.150 The mission of Pro Bono Partnership (www.probonopartnership.org) is to provide free legal services to community-based organizations that serve the poor and disadvantaged populations in Westchester County, NY; Fairfield and Hartford Counties, CT; and New Jersey. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with preparing model forms and related documents for use by Connecticut nonprofits that are merging.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Footlights 08-161.1 The mission of Footlights (www.footlightscenter.org) is to inspire Hartford youth to excel and discover their talents through the arts in a safe and fun environment. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Advice regarding strategic re-organization, specifically a merger or dissolution.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Soieree Society of the Arts 29-043.2 The mission of Soiree Society of the Arts (www.soireesociety.org) is to celebrate the history and culture surrounding the piano that includes music, fine art, poetry, dance and literature. Rockland, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with determining appropriate corporate structure for Organization that wants one umbrella Organization and presences in multiple location (i.e. one parent corporation with subsidiaries, etc.)
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Global CDH 28-136.3 The mission of Global CDH (www.globalcdh.org) is to optimize the lack of medical and service opportunities and parents and children with Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) possess worldwide. Bergen, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a review of a confidentiality agreement for volunteers.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Larchmont-Mamaroneck Community Television 29-053.3 The mission of Larchmont-Mamaroneck Community Television (www.lmc-tv.org) is to provide a supportive environment and facilities to encourage freedom of speech, public dialogue and artistic expression that reflect the diverse interests and needs of the community. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with reviewing the Organization's insurance coverage.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Neighbors Link 24-125.014 The mission of Neighbors Link (www.neighborslink.org) is to strengthen the local community by actively enhancing the healthy integration of recent Latino immigrants. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with determining the best corporate structure for opening officers in other cities with a focus on limiting liability while maintaining control.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Commission on Accreditation for Home Care 21-196.015 The mission of Commission on Accreditation for Home Care is to establish quality care standards and monitor agencies providing homemaker-home health aide services and in-home skilled nursing care to elderly and disabled NJ citizens. Union, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Advice in connection with possible restructuring of the Board of Trustees.
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra (NJIO) 29-072.1 The mission of New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra (www.njio.org) is to bridge the operations through music by providing an educational and entertaining music program both for its members and its various audiences. Union, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with a merger with another nonprofit organization.
 

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Tax 

       
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Aspiring Minds Learning Center 29-076.1 The mission of Aspiring Minds Learning Center is to provide a preschool children's center and an infant and toddler classroom for newborns to children 13 years old. Hunterdon, NJ
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with amending Articles of Incorporation and applying for tax-exempt status.
         

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Bankruptcy

       

No Current Matters

         

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Compliance

       
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Connecticut Association of School-based Health Centers 08-021.2 The mission of Connecticut Association of School-based Health Centers is to improve the physical and mental health of children and families in Connecticut. New Haven, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with preparing and presenting Legal Issues for School-based Health Centers Workshop.
         

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E-Commerce

       

No Current Matters

         

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Environmental/Land Use

       

No Current Matters

         

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HIPAA/Privacy Issues

       
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Brain Injury Association of Connecticut 08-172.3 The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Connecticut (www.biact.org) is to support persons living with brain injury and their families by promoting services to facilitate full inclusion within their local community and increase awareness and understanding of brain injury and its prevention through community education. Hartford, CT
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with developing policies and procedures for Organization's phone-based Resource Line, particularly in relation to calls that appear to be high-risk and in relation to confidentiality issues.
         

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Immigration

       

No Current Matters

         

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Insurance

       

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Lending

       
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Community Capital Resources 97-010.041 The mission of Community Capital Resources (www.ccrhv.org) is to increase the housing opportunities of low and moderate income persons in Westchester and Putnam counties through a variety of financial, educational and networking programs. Westchester, NY
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with legal opinion in connection with SBA loan that Organization is validly existing and has the requisite corporate power and authority to executive the loan.
         

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Litigation

       

No Current Matters

         

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Trust and Estates

       
Client Name Matter No. Mission County I'm Interested
Horizons National Student Enrichment Program 28-007.7 The Horizons National Student Enrichment Program, Inc. (www.horizonsnational.org) is the umbrella organization for the Horizons Enrichment Programs, 13 programs nationwide that work on the campuses of independent schools to offer children from low-income families a tuition-free academic, cultural and recreational summer program. National provides each affiliate program assistance with fundraising, strategic planning, operations management and professional development. Fairfield, Ct
Legal Work Required:  Assistance with counseling on planned giving techniques.
         

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