A free monthly space to ask questions\, learn together\, and strengthen your work.
\nRunning a nonprofit\, mutual aid group\, small business\, or community-focused organization often comes with more questions than answers.
\n\nCORAL Chats is a space for leaders\, founders\, volunteers\, and community builders to gather\, ask practical legal questions\, and learn from one another. Each session blends an informal roundtable conversation with guidance on governance\, compliance\, liability\, contracts\, partnerships\, and more.
\n\nGrounded in a community business law approach\, this space is designed for people doing meaningful work across sectors. Whether you are building a nonprofit\, running a small business\, or organizing in your community\, you will find relevant insights and shared learning.
\n\nCome with your questions\, leave with clarity and connections. Whether you are just getting started or have been leading for years\, this space is designed to help you keep your work strong\, safe\, and sustainable. Resource sharing is encouraged\, so if someone mentions a need or opportunity during the session\, feel free to offer support\, connections\, or tools that may help.
\n\nWhat to Expect:
\n\nPlease Note:This is a shared group setting. These sessions provide general education and do not create an attorney-client relationship. Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed\, so please avoid sharing sensitive information. For individualized legal advice\, please schedule a private consultation.
\n\nHosts: Narwhal Law &\; Business Strategy and MESO
\n\nPresenter: Michael Jonas\, JD\, MBA
\n\nPresenter Bio: Michael Jonas\, JD\, MBA\, is a business and nonprofit attorney with nearly a decade of experience supporting startups\, social enterprises\, and community organizations. During the height of the pandemic\, he worked tirelessly\, often 60 to 70 hours a week\, helping clients navigate legal and operational challenges with clarity and care. As the Owner and Attorney of Narwhal Law and Business Strategy\, Michael focuses on helping mission-driven businesses and nonprofits build strong\, sustainable foundations. Through Narwhal\, he is known for &ldquo\;Guiding Community Through the Current\,&rdquo\; making complex issues approachable\, and helping organizations thrive through change.
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\n\nWords of Ocean Wisdom:
\n\n-All attendees must register in advance via Eventbrite for this event.
\n\n-Events will take place on Zoom. Each event has its own unique Zoom link. This Zoom link will be available inside the Eventbrite platform prior to the event. Be prepared to login to Eventbrite to access the URL to join us.
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