Georgetown Law Conference on Representing & Managing Tax-Exempt Organizations
The Conference on Representing & Managing Tax-Exempt Organizations is an annual event presented by Georgetown Law, continuing a tradition of over 40 years in delivering cutting-edge education to leaders, advisors, and professionals in the nonprofit and tax-exempt sector. This premier conference serves as a vital forum for staying current with the latest developments in tax laws, regulatory requirements, and legal challenges affecting tax-exempt organizations.
The program covers a wide range of emerging issues, including evolving IRS guidance, legislative updates, best practices in organizational management, risk mitigation, and strategic planning. Attendees will hear directly from some of the nation’s foremost experts, including practitioners, scholars, and government officials who shape the policies and practices affecting nonprofit governance and compliance.
Beyond its substantive sessions, the conference provides an exceptional opportunity for participants to connect with peers from hundreds of organizations, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and shared problem-solving within the broader nonprofit community. Notable sessions include "Bankruptcy and Restructuring Essentials for Nonprofits," featuring speakers such as Molly Unterseher and Matthew Ziegler.
This conference is ideal for leaders, advisors, and professionals serving the nonprofit and tax-exempt sector who seek to stay informed about the latest developments and best practices in the field. Attendees will gain invaluable guidance on the latest tax and legal developments impacting nonprofits and tax-exempt organizations, as well as opportunities to network and learn with colleagues from hundreds of other organizations.
Speakers(13)
Allison M. Heimann
Associate at Morgan Lewis
Allison M. Heimann is an Associate at Morgan Lewis, discussing 'Beyond Private Foundations: Alternatives for Philanthropic Planning.'
Ann K. Batlle
Partner at Morgan Lewis
Ann K. Batlle is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, co-chairing the 2026 Conference on Representing and Managing Tax-Exempt Organizations.
Catherine C. Oetgen
Of Counsel at Morgan Lewis
Catherine C. Oetgen is Of Counsel at Morgan Lewis, presenting on 'Investing for Impact: Approaches and Key Deal Terms.'
Celia Roady
Partner at Morgan Lewis
Celia Roady is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, participating in 'Practitioners Respond: A Roundtable Discussion on Federal and State Priorities.'
Emily Cuneo DeSmedt
Partner at Morgan Lewis
Emily Cuneo DeSmedt is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, presenting on 'Constitutional Principles Meet the Internal Revenue Code: First Amendment Issues for Tax-Exempt Organizations.'
Jean Tom
Partner at Davis Wright Tremaine
Jean Tom is a Partner at Davis Wright Tremaine, participating in the panel 'Illegality and Fundamental Public Policy Doctrines.'
John T. Boxer
Partner at Morgan Lewis
John T. Boxer is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, speaking on 'Family Offices and Multi-Entity Structures: Navigating Form, Co' at the conference.
Katelyn M. Hilferty
Partner at Morgan Lewis
Katelyn M. Hilferty is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, speaking on 'Global Operations, Local Rules: U.S. Compliance for Charities Working Abroad.'
Matthew C. Ziegler
Partner at Morgan Lewis
Matthew C. Ziegler is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, speaking on 'Bankruptcy and Restructuring Essentials for Nonprofits.'
Meghan R. Biss
Partner at Loeb & Loeb LLP
Meghan R. Biss is a Partner at Loeb & Loeb LLP, speaking on 'The Range of IRS Enforcement Powers: Options and Application.'
Molly S. Unterseher
Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig
Molly S. Unterseher is a Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig, speaking on 'Bankruptcy and Restructuring Essentials for Nonprofits' alongside Matthew Ziegler.
Randall Thomas
Partner at Morgan Lewis
Randall Thomas is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, discussing 'The Range of IRS Enforcement Powers: Options and Application.'
Tomer J. Inbar
Partner at Morgan Lewis
Tomer J. Inbar is a Partner at Morgan Lewis, co-chairing the 2026 Conference on Representing and Managing Tax-Exempt Organizations.
Event Details
- Date
- April 23-24, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- Capital Hilton
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Leaders, advisors, and professionals in the nonprofit and tax-exempt sector.
- CLE Credits
- Total CLE/CPE Credit for Live and Live Webcast Content: For 60-minute states: 13.83 hours CLE/CPE; For 50-minute states: 16.4 hours CLE/CPE. Total CLE Credit for On-Demand Content: For 60-minute states: 33.83 hours CLE; For 50-minute states: 40.6 hours CLE.
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