Since its founding in 2012, For Purpose Law Group (FPLG) has established itself as a trusted legal ally for nonprofit organizations navigating increasingly complex regulatory and operational environments. With a team of highly credentialed attorneys and a service model designed specifically for nonprofit organizations, FPLG is redefining what it means to provide full-spectrum legal counsel to mission-driven clients.
While many firms include nonprofit representation as a side offering, FPLG stands apart by serving nonprofits exclusively. The firm’s work is rooted in a deep understanding of the nonprofit model—from board governance and federal tax compliance to strategic structuring, charitable solicitation registration, and long-term sustainability. As the sector faces mounting legal challenges and evolving oversight, FPLG continues to meet the moment with clarity, competence, and commitment.
A Legal Team Built for Nonprofit Complexity
FPLG’s legal team brings more than just traditional legal training to the table. In addition to Juris Doctor degrees, many of its attorneys also hold advanced credentials, including Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M.) and Master’s degrees in Nonprofit Leadership and Management. This blend of legal acumen and sector-specific expertise allows the firm to advise clients not just on what the law says, but how it applies in the real-world context of nonprofit operations and governance.
“Our clients are navigating challenges that mirror those of large corporations—often with far fewer resources,” says founder and CEO May L. Harris, Esq. “Our goal is to ensure they have the same caliber of legal counsel as their for-profit counterparts.”
The For Purpose Framework
At the heart of FPLG’s approach is its proprietary For Purpose Framework—a comprehensive, client-centered service model that integrates legal counsel with strategic education and financial insight. Designed specifically for nonprofit leaders, the framework helps organizations build strong legal foundations while proactively preparing for the future.
Rather than addressing legal issues in isolation, FPLG supports clients in building operational structures that promote compliance, efficiency, and long-term mission alignment. This approach has proven especially effective in supporting organizations through leadership transitions, structural reorganizations, and complex transactions such as mergers, grantmaking models, and cross-border initiatives.
A Track Record of Impact
Over the past decade, FPLG has represented a diverse range of nonprofit clients, from grassroots community initiatives to national organizations with operations across multiple states. Areas of focus include education, healthcare, environmental conservation, social justice, churches and international development.
Whether advising on fiscal sponsorships, assisting with tax-exempt formation, or guiding clients through IRS audits and compliance reviews, the firm’s work reflects its deep commitment to the nonprofit sector’s health and integrity.
Legal Foresight in a Rapidly Changing Landscape
With tax laws, fundraising regulations, and reporting obligations in constant flux, nonprofits need legal partners who are not only reactive—but proactive. FPLG regularly publishes legal updates, hosts educational webinars, and monitors legislative developments affecting nonprofit operations at both the state and federal levels.
This commitment to thought leadership and sector education is part of what makes FPLG a legal partner in the truest sense—empowering clients to make strategic decisions grounded in current, reliable legal knowledge.
Purpose-Driven, Professionally Excellent
FPLG is not a conventional firm, and that’s by design. Every element of the firm’s operations reflects its mission-first culture and its dedication to building long-term partnerships with organizations that are shaping the future of their communities.
In an increasingly high-stakes legal environment for nonprofits, For Purpose Law Group provides the rare combination of deep technical expertise and values-aligned counsel. For nonprofit leaders seeking a trusted partner that understands both the letter of the law and the spirit of their work, FPLG offers both.
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