Experience

Copilevitz & Canter, LLC

• Partner

  • Jun 2007 - Present

  Thomas is a partner in the Kansas City office and focuses on charitable fundraising and all related aspects including compliance with charitable solicitation laws, structuring and drafting agreements and fundraising. He advises large corporations and charitable organizations on nationwide charitable sales promotions, royalties, licensing and unrelated business income tax (UBIT). Thomas assists nonprofit organizations in the formation and application for tax-exempt status. He also reviews and advises clients on creative fundraising business models involving social media and unique applications. As a former state regulator, Thomas is uniquely qualified to provide insight to his clients for regulatory practices and strategies, and provide counsel with regard to regulatory compliance and enforcement actions. Thomas also handles state investigations by attorneys general, secretaries of state and other state agencies that regulate charitable solicitations by nonprofit organizations, professional fundraisers and fundraising consultants. He is a frequent speaker on charitable regulations.