Understanding International Charities International charities have become an important part of humanitarian work done by Utahns, from individuals to large corporations. Although very similar in structure and organization to domestic charities, there are distinct considerations both in applying for tax-exempt status and protecting the deductibility of charitable contributions for donors. This program will focus on the key issues and important operational concerns when applying for tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service. 12:00-1:00 p.m., Kirton McConkie World Trade Center (60…
Find out more »Board Basics: What Young Attorneys Should Know When Serving on a Nonprofit Board of Directors 12:00-1:00 p.m., Kirton McConkie 16th Floor (60 E. South Temple St.) Join our panel of experienced alumni in a one-hour CLE about common issues that you should spot when serving on a board of directors for a nonprofit organization. The discussion will focus on the questions that “non-nonprofit practitioners” may face as directors, including basic federal and state tax issues. The panel will also discuss…
Find out more »Cyber Security: Ethical Considerations for Your Daily Practice 12:15-1:15 p.m., Kirton McConkie (60 East South Temple #1800) Join the Young Alumni Association for a riveting and empowering dialogue about cyber security. The fact is, most of us use the internet at some point during our day. And throughout the day we are creating data security vulnerabilities for ourselves, our clients, and our firms. As cyber attackers become more sophisticated, and even target law firms directly, it is more important…
Find out more »Need your Ethics Credit before the end of the reporting year? Skills and Ethics in a Brief Advice Clinic Tuesday, June 7 at 12:00 p.m. Kirton | McConkie 60 East South Temple #1600 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 $15 includes lunch, or free without lunch. RSVP here » Skills and Ethics in a Brief Advice Clinic with Professor Linda Smith. Increasingly, individuals are unable to hire attorneys for full service representation. The bar, courts and non-profit agencies have turned to…
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