Edwards Wildman Palmer LLP has a long history of representing tax-exempt organizations in all aspects of their operations and management. We understand the particular compliance and legal issues applicable to exempt organizations as well as the operational nuances of their structure and activities. In some instances we serve as general outside counsel, working directly with the institution’s officers, senior management and other staff. In other instances, when the institution has in-house counsel, we work closely with the institution’s lawyers to provide advice or representation on specific matters.

Dedication to the Organizations We Serve
We understand that in order for you to achieve your mission we need to proactively innovate new ideas to solve your problems. For example, when three New York social service agencies wanted to start a planned giving program, but could not afford to do so, we designed The Children’s Support Foundation, a new organization serving as a joint venture vehicle that not only allowed them to achieve that goal, but also allowed each agency to reduce its costs and become more effective in other areas. Significantly, we did this while allowing each agency the ability to remain completely autonomous.

We Believe in Learning Your Business
What separates us the from the rest is our approach to providing you with hands-on experience and a vast network of contacts and relationships that will help you to succeed. Since one size does not fit all, learning your business allows us to chart a plan that will exceed your expectations. We succeed only when you succeed.