Caritas Law Group, PC

09/16/2026

https://charitylawyerblog.com/2026/09/07/irs-proposes-to-close-the-race-based-scholarship-safe-harbor-for-private-schools/

On September 4, 2026, the IRS published a proposed regulation, REG-119986-25, that would tighten the racial nondiscrimination requirement private schools

08/28/2026

We're excited to welcome Koby Preston to Caritas Law Group as our newest associate!

Koby recently graduated from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and is currently awaiting his Arizona bar exam results. His passion for the non-profit sector was shaped by internships with public interest law firms and his own experience as a student activist, including serving as an officer with the National Lawyers Guild's ASU chapter and as Shelter Director for the East Valley Men's Center through ASU's Unhoused Legal Assistance Program.

Please join us in welcoming Koby to the team!

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08/24/2026

Fresh photo of the CLG team!

08/24/2026

We're happy to welcome Verania Pacheco to Caritas Law Group! Verania is our legal assistant and the friendly face you'll meet at the front desk.

In addition to managing the front office, Verania assists our legal team with client intake and prepares first drafts of documents. Before joining us, she brought her front-desk and administrative experience from 10XLAW and the City of Phoenix's Equus Workforce Solutions program, where she assisted clients, coordinated schedules, and helped translate in client meetings.

Outside of work, Verania is passionate about animal rescue and enjoys caring for rescue dogs.

Please join us in welcoming Verania to the team!

02/13/2026

I have been a little remiss about posting on FB but this is a big deal!

Understand the impact of Revenue Procedure 2026-8 on Group Exemptions and what it means for nonprofit leaders and advisors.

03/17/2025

Join me to discuss

Federal policies and Arizona: Nonprofits and grantmakers navigating the new federal landscape

Together with ASU Lodestar Center, Arizona Community Foundation, AZ Impact for Good and Valley of the Sun United Way, join sector leaders for a special convening on federal policy changes impacting Arizona's nonprofit and philanthropic organizations.

On March 19, we will:

Discuss the rapidly changing operating environment and the shifting sands of new federal policies;
Share new statewide research on how Arizona nonprofits have been impacted — and how they are responding;
Bring together a panel of experts in law, policy, advocacy and more;
And provide a guided space for solutions-oriented collaboration.
WHEN:
Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

WHERE:
Global Forum, Thunderbird School of Global Management, ASU's Downtown Phoenix Campus, 401 North 1st Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004

https://specialevents.asu.edu/ereg/index.php?eventid=833803&

03/17/2025

https://charitylawyerblog.com/2025/03/10/navigating-uncertain-times-how-nonprofits-can-prepare-for-increased-scrutiny/

Nonprofits today are operating in a rapidly shifting environment where legal compliance, government scrutiny, and funding uncertainties are becoming more

02/25/2025

https://charitylawyerblog.com/2025/02/21/safeguarding-america-how-the-rule-of-law-protects-nonprofits-and-us-all/

The US Constitution establishes a system of checks and balances to prevent any single branch from accumulating excessive power, ensuring a balance that protects individual rights.

02/02/2025

As the Trump administration takes office, here’s a helpful legal to-do list for nonprofits to shore up their compliance and advocacy strategies. Download “Nonprofit Legal Compliance in an Unfriendly Political Environment” by nonprofit legal expert and NPQ board member Gene Takagi:

This legal guide provides essential compliance strategies and advocacy activities for nonprofits to navigate challenges in a changing political landscape.