Biography

Susan Leahy has advised tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations on tax and corporate governance matters for over 25 years. She assists organizations in obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status and advises boards and senior executives on a range of governance policies and procedures.

Susan Leahy has advised tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations on tax and corporate governance matters for over 25 years. She assists organizations in obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status and advises boards and senior executives on a range of governance policies and procedures.

 In her work with tax-exempt organizations that operate in the United States, as well as internationally, Susan regularly counsels clients on the tax implications involving:

Self-dealing, inurement, and impermissible private benefit to individuals and for-profit companies,Lobbying, and political activities, Unrelated business income tax, Excess benefit transactions and compensation of executives, Joint ventures and relationships with for-profit organizations, Mergers of tax-exempt organizations and the acquisition or donation of assets; and Corporate sponsorship.

Advises nonprofit boards of directors, board committees, and management with respect to: Corporate formation and good governance principles, Preparation for board and committee meetings; and Conflicts of interests, Provides guidance on state corporate and tax compliance for nonprofit organizations.