Events by this organizer

A free monthly space to ask questions, learn together, and strengthen your work

Running a nonprofit, mutual aid group, small business, or community-focused organization often comes with more questions than answers.

CORAL 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.

Grounded 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.

Come 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.

What to Expect:

Open Q&A with a nonprofit and business attorney
Practical, plain-language answers
Peer learning and connection across organizations and businesses
Opportunities to share resources, connections, and support with one another
Please 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.

Presenter: Michael Jonas, JD, MBA

Presenter 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 “Guiding Community Through the Current,” making complex issues approachable, and helping organizations thrive through change.

Registration: Via Eventbrite