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Trade Association Services

Trade associations often face unique legal issues related to their nonprofit status or membership structure that require the support of experienced external counsel. Whether a large, established trade association with an in-house legal staff, or a smaller one with few (or one) in-house lawyers, or none whatsoever, the need to retain legal support from time to time is typically impacted by the equally important need to minimize legal costs.

Outside GC offers an efficient and low-cost alternative for trade associations requiring experienced legal support. Unlike a typical law firm, we are a team of senior business lawyers providing seasoned and responsive legal services at a fraction of the cost of a traditional law firm. Our attorneys have significant experience assisting trade associations with a broad range of legal needs, relating to:

MEMBERSHIP STRUCTURE

Advise on establishment, structural and governance issues

OPERATIONAL MATTERS

• Draft, review and negotiate routine organization partner, services, member, business and other agreements
• Manage employee and labor legal issues

FILINGS & COMPLIANCE

Applications for federal and state tax-exempt status
Develop organizational compliance programs

BOARD OVERSIGHT & MANAGEMENT

Attend board meetings, status meetings and internal management meetings

ANTITRUST & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

• Advise on antitrust issues, including those related to members that are competitors
• Strategic management of all IP interests (trademark, copyright and patent)

Learn more about our affordable legal services and experience working with trade associations. Contact us today.