Our Mission
First, we seek to fulfill the legal needs of people who do not qualify for free legal assistance but are still locked out of the legal system as a result of the exorbitant fees charged by most attorneys in private practice. Second, we aim to provide excellent and cost-effective counsel and representation to the nonprofit community in Utah, a large portion of which cannot obtain the advice it needs due to the ever-expanding costs associated with hiring an attorney.
Individuals
People have legal problems. Many times, you don't know what to do and could use some professional advice. Unfortunately, good legal representation has become so expensive that it is simply inaccessible to the vast majority of hardworking, everyday people. We are here to help you understand your rights and your options, for a price that is fair and affordable.
We Can Help With:
- SMALL CLAIMS
- EMPLOYMENT LAW
- LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES
- CONTRACT DISPUTES
- COLLECTIONS & CREDIT CARDS
- FAMILY LAW
- ANY OTHER CIVIL DISPUTE
Nonprofits
Seeing that Nonprofit Legal Services of Utah is a 501(c)(3) organization, we love nonprofits! Unfortunately, some organizations veer off track due to the tangled web of laws and regulations governing nonprofits. Even worse, many people simply give up their dream of starting a nonprofit when they try to tackle the process on their own. In steps Nonprofit Legal Services of Utah. We will help you get your organization started on the right foot and running smoothly for a price that is fair and affordable.
For example, we can help your organization with the following:
- Incorporation, bylaws, setting up your organization, and applying for 501(c)(3) status
- Converting your for-profit business into a nonprofit organization
- Complying with federal, state, and local regulations, including laws governing Charitable Solicitations
- Employment agreements and other employment law issues
- Drafting and reviewing contracts, leases, or other agreements
- Litigation
- The day-to-day legal needs of your nonprofit organization