As one might suspect, the tax-exempt entity area can present taxpayers with tremendous opportunities, but also potential pitfalls.  As you might also suspect, obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code, including Sections 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4) and 501(c)(6) under Subchapter F of the Code, is not at all simple and straightforward.  At Meissner Tierney our attorneys assist a number of tax-exempt entites, including private foundations, charitable organizations, associations and the like in navigating through the various qualification and compliance requirements.  Our attorneys are prepared to work with your organization to efficiently but carefully ensure initial and continued compliance wtih the tax laws.