Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel : Nonprofit Representation

Foundation Management

Many of New England's largest foundations have engaged Hemenway & Barnes to provide counsel on various aspects of foundation management and practice, including:

  • Grant making
  • Tax reporting
  • Investment management including program-related investments
  • Grant monitoring
  • Trustee education and communication

In addition, the firm offers its clients a number of skilled professional foundation administrators with vast experience in grants programs and administration.

Representative Experience

  • A private foundation engaged Hemenway & Barnes to structure protocols for an innovative program of providing millions of dollars in direct assistance to economically disadvantaged individuals
  • A private foundation hired us to direct its search for a new Executive Director.