Ep. 1 - Introduction to the Nonprofit Counsel Podcast hosted by May Harris

NonProfit Counsel Podcast

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Nonprofit Counsel, where our passion is to provide the tools for you to start and lead a nonprofit that will change the world. Hosted by May Harris, the founder of For-Purpose Law Group, this podcast will feature guests sharing their knowledge that will help you avoid the pitfalls of starting a nonprofit. If you have a passion for a nonprofit, this podcast is for you!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [00:51] Introduction to Nonprofit Counsel podcast
• [01:46] May’s backstory with nonprofits
• [02:21] Who Nonprofit Counsel podcast will benefit

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• May and her guests have the experience to benefit anyone seeking to start or lead a nonprofit.
• Listening to this podcast will help you avoid costly mistakes while starting your nonprofit.
• Networking with May and her partners and guests will be a valuable resource for anyone starting, leading or participating in a nonprofit.

RESOURCES:

For Profit Law Group - Website

Nonprofit Counsel - Website

Nonprofit Counsel - Instagram

Nonprofit Counsel - Linkedin

Nonprofit Counsel - Newsletter

ABOUT THE HOST:

May Harris has been a pioneer of nonprofit law practice for over a decade, having founded For Purpose Law Group in April 2012. She serves the nation's nonprofit sector with unparalleled expertise, prioritizing her client's missions, visions, and values. She specializes in nonprofit & tax-exempt organizations, social enterprise & business law, and estate planning & charitable giving.

May received her undergraduate degree from the University of Utah before pursuing and obtaining her Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego in 2000. She practiced intellectual property law for a large biotech company for several years before a fateful flyer came home in her son's lunchbox. His school was looking for parents who were licensed attorneys and could form a nonprofit on their behalf. May agreed to form the organization and then found herself serving as director of its board. With her legal expertise and newfound knowledge of nonprofit law, she realized the nonprofit sector was severely underserved in legal representation. She decided to fix this.

She returned to school, earning her Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management from the University of San Diego. With this education, she, along with some of her fellow graduates, founded For Purpose Law Group (FPLG). In the subsequent decade, May has molded FPLG into the “go-to” law firm for nonprofits in Southern California. The firm is constantly expanding its locations and service