Community Enterprise Clinic
The Community Enterprise Clinic (CEC) represents small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations in the Greater Boston area, if the client cannot afford private legal help. The CEC can assist with the following types of issues:
Entity formation
Bylaws and corporate governance
Applications to the IRS for tax exemption
Filing and reporting responsibilities
Employment and independent contractor classification
Trademark and copyright registration and protection
Nondisclosure and non-compete agreements
Terms of service and privacy policies
Lease negotiation
Regulation, permits, and licenses
The CEC will also represent first-time home buyers or affordable housing developers in real estate closings.
The CEC does not become involved in disputes or litigation.
CEC represents Massachusetts-based businesses only. We operate on a fall/spring semester basis and usually assess our client roster in August and January. We do not accept new clients between May–August. If the clinic is full, you will be added to our waitlist and contacted when a spot opens.
To request services from the CEC please fill out the application form below.