Misty’s practice is dedicated exclusively to representing nonprofit and tax exempt organizations, including forming tax-exempt organizations, preparing organizational documents and policies, preparing applications for federal and state tax exemptions, and advising on issues regarding the operation, management, and taxation of tax-exempt organizations, with a focus on private foundations, including complex activities such as program related investments and international grantmaking and operations. Her practice also includes addressing sophisticated tax issues.

The legal advice that Misty provides is grounded in experience. During her 24-year career, Misty was the head of finance of a $1.5B private foundation with domestic and international operations, served as in-house tax counsel at a major public utility, and was a member of the tax team of a top-rated international law firm. This diverse background gives her a unique lens into the legal and financial aspects of the nonprofit sector and the needs of nonprofit clients