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Nonprofit Navigator

True North Legal Group’s subscription-based “Nonprofit Navigator” program delivers affordable, ongoing legal counsel helping nonprofits in Northern Michigan stay compliant, confident, and mission-focused.

True North Legal Group is deeply invested in the success of Northern Michigan, and we recognize the tremendously important work that nonprofit organizations do in the region. For new and growing nonprofits, we offer a "Nonprofit Navigator" program aimed at promoting your success and safeguarding your mission.

Our unique “Nonprofit Navigator” program is subscription-based, providing nonprofit leaders with certainty as to their legal fees and giving the team at True North Legal Group a true feeling that we are your “general counsel.”  This model allows us to offer legal services to growing nonprofits at a fraction of the cost of other lawyers who charge by the hour.

Our nonprofit clients rave about this model.  It allows True North Legal Group to be your "fractional general counsel," providing custom-sized legal services at an affordable price.  With a set monthly fee, your nonprofit can accurately budget for professional services while also relying on our ongoing legal advice to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.  We truly see this as an opportunity for your organization to add our law firm as a part of your senior management team, freeing you up to focus on mission and operations instead of worrying about compliance and legal matters.

Nonprofit Navigator

Comprehensive legal guidance to help your mission stay on course.

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Under our "Nonprofit Navigator" model, we offer the following services as part of your monthly subscription:

  • Unlimited and timely attorney consultations regarding nonprofit issues
  • Quarterly legal “checkups” between nonprofit leadership and an attorney
  • Unlimited review of incorporating documents, articles, and bylaws
  • Unlimited review of employment contracts and employee handbooks
  • Unlimited review of operating, confidentiality, and non-disclosure documents
  • Evaluation of fundraising plans, planned giving strategies, and legal agreements
  • Deadline tracking and completion of compliance filing and reports
  • As-needed legal training for Board of Directors, Executive Team, and Staff

We also offer grant review, lease review, trademark application and maintenance, insurance claim handling, demand notice handling, and financial audit consultation services on an as-needed basis for our subscribing nonprofits at an additional cost.  We are happy to discuss those details with you before you hire True North Legal Group as your Nonprofit Navigator.

Our Promises to You

At True North Legal Group, serving as your trusted counsel is our top priority. Our passion is assisting business leaders as they grow and scale. Our “Executive Legal Suite” program is first of its kind in Northern Michigan and is designed to ensure that those in the C-Suite of growing businesses have full access to the legal advice and counsel they need. Here’s what we promise to all our members:

Your Legal Needs, Our Top Priority

At True North Legal Group, your business comes first. We offer unlimited attorney consultations, providing fast, expert legal support whenever you need it—so you’re covered for contracts, compliance, and unexpected challenges.

Clear Communication: Keeping You Informed, Always

At TNLG, we believe clarity builds trust. You’ll get clear communication, regular updates, and a legal partner who keeps you informed every step of the way.

Legal Essentials: Accurate and On Time

Legal tasks shouldn’t drain your time. We handle the details—accurately and on time—so you can stay focused on growing your business with confidence and compliance.

Love Your Legal Team or Pay Nothing

We back our legal services with a bold guarantee: if you’re not satisfied after six months, you can cancel—no questions asked. We’ll even keep working for free until you find the right attorney. Love your legal team or pay nothing.

Nonprofit Law Blogs

Community First: Building Public Trust Through Nonprofit Outreach in Northern Michigan
October 29, 2025
Event Licensing & Zoning Tips for Community Festivals and Nonprofit Events in Northern Michigan
October 15, 2025
Protecting Donor Privacy: Data Use & Transparency for Northern Michigan Nonprofits
October 1, 2025
Granting with Confidence: Northern Michigan Nonprofits’ Legal Guide to Grant Agreements
September 24, 2025
Avoiding Volunteer Liability: Legal Best Practices for Northern Michigan Nonprofits
September 11, 2025
Understanding Northern Michigan Donor Advised Funds
August 27, 2025
Navigating Nonprofit–For‑Profit Partnerships in Northern Michigan
July 30, 2025
A Guide to Employment Law for Northern Michigan Nonprofits
July 10, 2025
Traversing Legal Issues in Northern Michigan Nonprofit Funding
December 31, 2024
Maximizing Transparency in Northern Michigan Nonprofits
December 31, 2024
Navigating Legal Requirements in Nonprofit Fundraising: A Guide for Northern Michigan Leaders
November 21, 2024
Navigating Nonprofit Compliance and Reporting Requirements: A Guide for Leaders in Northern Michigan
October 23, 2024
Building a Strong Board of Directors for Nonprofit Organizations in Northern Michigan
September 12, 2024
Unlocking Success: Effective Fundraising for Nonprofits in Northern Michigan
August 21, 2024
The Definitive Guide to Starting a Nonprofit in Northern Michigan
July 17, 2024
Effective Grant Management Practices for Northern Michigan Nonprofits
June 11, 2024
How TNLG Guides Clients Along the Path to Nonprofit Success
January 4, 2024