Nonprofit Organizations
Reid and Riege is a trusted Connecticut-based law firm providing comprehensive legal services to nonprofit organizations across Connecticut and beyond. We have a long history of supporting the nonprofit community through legal counsel, service on nonprofit boards, and giving through the Reid and Riege Foundation, established in 1971.
Our nonprofit clients include charitable, religious, and educational organizations, as well as a wide range of health and human services providers. We advise both well-established institutions with national reputations and emerging organizations seeking guidance on nonprofit formation, including obtaining 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
We serve as ongoing nonprofit legal counsel, helping organizations navigate the full lifecycle—from formation and growth to restructuring or dissolution. Our attorneys regularly advise nonprofit boards and executive leadership on governance, fiduciary duties, and compliance, as well as complex matters such as regulatory investigations, IRS compliance, and risk management.
Our Approach
We understand the unique legal and operational challenges facing tax-exempt organizations. Our team brings deep experience in nonprofit governance, regulatory compliance, and operational strategy, allowing us to deliver practical, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.
In addition to legal advice, we provide access to a robust collection of research, forms, and best practices developed specifically for nonprofit clients. This enables us to support our clients with both day-to-day legal needs and long-term strategic planning, while helping boards and leadership teams operate with confidence.
We take pride in advancing the missions of the organizations we serve and in making the work of nonprofit leaders more effective and sustainable.
Why Reid and Riege
Our depth of experience in nonprofit law enables us to deliver high-quality legal services efficiently and at value. We combine technical legal knowledge with a practical understanding of the nonprofit sector, helping organizations meet their obligations while staying focused on their mission.
- Nonprofit Formation & Tax-Exempt Status (501(c)(3))
- Corporate Governance & Board Advisory Services
- Fiduciary Duties & Conflict of Interest Policies
- Federal & State Regulatory Compliance
- IRS Compliance & Tax-Exempt Organization Guidance
- Attorney General Investigations & Enforcement Defense
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Affiliations
- Joint Ventures & Collaborative Agreements
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation
- Employment & Executive Compensation
- Fundraising & Grant Compliance
- Intellectual Property
- Real Estate
- Trusts & Charitable Giving Structures
- Equitable Deviation & Cy Pres
- Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act (UPMIFA) Compliance
- Nonprofit Dissolution











