New York City Bar Association Nonprofit Conference

The New York City Bar Association's Not-for-Profit Law Conference is an annual full-day program designed to provide in-depth insights into the legal challenges and developments affecting the nonprofit sector. Organized by the New York City Bar Association's Committee on Non-Profit Organizations, the conference brings together legal practitioners, nonprofit executives, and regulators to discuss critical issues facing the industry.

The 2026 conference agenda includes sessions on enforcement priorities and regulatory trends from the New York Attorney General's Charities Bureau, legal and operational challenges in providing services to immigrants, updates on employment law concerning reasonable accommodations and mental health leave, proactive strategies for internal enforcement to protect organizations, current developments in nonprofit law, and ethics for nonprofit lawyers. These sessions aim to equip attendees with practical knowledge and strategies to navigate the evolving nonprofit landscape.

In addition to the educational sessions, the conference offers networking opportunities during the registration and breakfast period, as well as during breaks and lunch. Notable speakers include Jacqueline Ebanks from Nonprofit New York, Jim Sheehan and Monica Connel from the New York Attorney General's Charities Bureau, and legal experts from various law firms and nonprofit organizations.

This conference is ideal for in-house and outside counsel with a well-developed background in nonprofit law, nonprofit organizational managers, and lawyers seeking to enhance their practice in the nonprofit field. Attendees will gain valuable insights into current legal trends, regulatory updates, and practical strategies to address challenges within the nonprofit sector.