Trusted Legal Support for Nonprofits, Churches & Mission-Driven Leaders

At Willey Law Firm, we help tax-exempt organizations navigate the intersection of purpose and compliance. Whether you’re launching a nonprofit, growing your impact, managing complex funding, or facing legal scrutiny, we bring clarity, strategy, and results.

What sets us apart is that we’ve been in your shoes. I’ve personally founded and run a nationally recognized nonprofit, so I understand firsthand the legal, operational, and emotional complexities you face. My legal advice comes from real-world experience—not just theory.

Strategic Legal + Financial Support

We work alongside Jessica Willey, CPA to provide comprehensive services for churches, ministries, and nonprofits. From board governance to financial audits and employment law to tax compliance, we offer legal and financial counsel tailored to tax-exempt organizations at every stage.

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Legal Services We Provide:

  • 501(c)(3) formation and IRS tax-exempt recognition
  • Charitable solicitation registration and state-level compliance
  • Board governance, bylaws, and fiduciary duties
  • Donor intent, restricted gift management, and audit support
  • Labor/employment guidance for churches and ministries
  • Fiscal sponsorship agreements and oversight
  • Grant agreements and partnership contracts
  • Strategic legal planning during growth or change
  • Restructuring, dissolution, and asset transfers

Why Work With Us?

Legal + Tax Strategy in One Place: As an attorney with an MPA-Tax and a history of leading nonprofits, I understand both mission and money. When appropriate, I collaborate with Jessica Willey, CPA—who leads a boutique CPA firm serving churches and nonprofits nationwide.

Mission-Aligned Legal Counsel: I've advised and built organizations from startup to succession—handling donor audits, board disputes, complex grant structures, and state/federal compliance.

Faith-Friendly & Values-Driven: Many of our clients are ministries, schools, and mission-based innovators. We help leaders like you stay true to your vision while navigating complex systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT)?

UBIT applies when a nonprofit earns income from activities not related to its exempt purpose. We help you identify risks and structure revenue streams to protect your tax-exempt status.

Can a nonprofit generate revenue?

Yes—and many should. What matters is how it’s earned, managed, and reported. We guide organizations in responsibly growing earned income while staying compliant.

Navigating UBIT?

If your nonprofit or church is exploring income-generating opportunities, our UBIT Decision Tree can help you think through important tax-exempt structure questions early in the process.

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What happens if we violate donor intent?

Donor intent matters. Missteps can trigger legal, ethical, and financial consequences. We help you implement clear policies and handle high-stakes donor matters with care.

Need CPA services too? Learn more about our trusted CPA partner, Jessica Willey, CPA →