Our specialized focus in nonprofits does not stop with us. We have created a preferred network of attorneys, accountants, and consultants who also specialize in the nonprofit community and will work to ensure your organization's success.

If you have any questions about these firms, or have another firm you believe we should refer to our other clients, then please contact us.



Employment Law - Landegger, Baron & Lavenant
Landegger, Baron & Lavenant represent California nonprofit employers with employment and labor-law advice, solutions, and litigation services.

While some law firms only offer preventative advice or litigation services, Landegger, Baron & Lavenant offer both. They strive to provide businesses with legal strategies that avoid employment litigation and cost-effectively resolve disputes. Landegger, Baron & Lavenant specialize in developing thorough employee handbooks, providing management-training seminars, assisting with employee counseling and termination, and ensuring that your workplace is in compliance with all applicable laws.

Contact: Al Landegger
Landegger, Baron & Lavenant
15760 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 1200
Encino, California 91436
alfred@landeggeresq.com
(818) 986-7561
www.landeggeresq.com

Human Resource Consulting - RSJ/Swenson
RSJ/Swenson is a management and human resources consulting firm specializing in the support of businesses, with offices in California and Nevada. They serves as "human resources manager" for businesses who are too small to employ a full-time staff member, and as a strategic consultant for businesses who need additional support without having to pay for a full-time employee to conduct such strategy.

From updating an employee handbook to conducting management training, hundreds of small and medium-sized businesses have found RSJ/Swenson to be a reliable and affordable source.

Contact: Eric Swenson
15821 Ventura Blvd #490
Encino, CA 91436
eswenson@rsjswenson.com
(818) 461-1874
www.rsjswenson.com


Tax & Nonprofit Law - Louis E. Michelson
The Law Offices of Louis E. Michelson focus on income tax planning for business transactions, estate planning, charitable giving and representation of organizations and individuals in connection with the formation of nonprofit organizations such as public charities, educational and religious organizations and private foundations. Mr. Michelson advises nonprofits on issues of formation, management, joint ventures, planned giving and board governance.

Mr. Michelson is Chair of the Taxation Section of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Chair of the Tax-Exempt Organizations Committee of the Taxation Section of the State Bar of California, past Co-Chair of the Nonprofit Organizations Committee of the Business Law Section of the State Bar of California (2000-2006), and past Chair of the Tax-Exempt Organizations Committee of the Taxation Section of the Los Angeles County Bar Association. He is a member of the State Bar of California, and the Taxation Sections of the American, Los Angeles County and San Fernando Valley Bar Associations.

Contact: Louis Michelson
15233 Ventura Blvd. PH-1
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
lemtax@earthlink.net
(818) 784-1700
 

Tax & Nonprofit Law - Arthur Rieman, JD, MBA, Managing Director, The Law Firm for Nonprofits 
The Law Firm for Non-Profits take the time to understand the specific legal and business needs of each of their clients and are passionate about supporting non-profit organizations in carrying out their important missions. They can steer you through the confusing maze of state and federal laws so that you can maintain an essential level of accountability because they realize that while non-profit leaders don't always have the time have time to focus on the many legal regulations affecting their organizations, they must, nonetheless, attend to and comply with all of them. The Law Firm for Non-Profits provide tailored, practical solutions to their clients' challenges; and draw upon decades of hands-on legal expertise and, a rarity with legal professionals, real-world business experience to help non-profits run smoothly, efficiently and legally.

Arthur Rieman studied law at the University of California, Los Angeles, and while there, assisted non-profits through pro bono work. In 1988, he received his law degree, and today is a member of the State Bar of California. During his wide-ranging career, Arthur has served as a corporate lawyer with multinational firms; as a plaintiff's employment and civil rights attorney; and as general counsel for a direct marketing company. In 1996, Arthur became a principal of The Law Firm for Non-Profits. Widely recognized as an expert in the area of non-profit and exempt organization law, Arthur has grown the practice to offer a broad range of legal services for non-profits across the country and the world.

Contact: Arthur Rieman
4148 Shadyglade Avenue
Studio City, CA 91604-1637
arthur@lfnp.com
(818) 623-9898
www.lfnp.com
 

Certified Public Accounting - RBZ, LLP
RBZ, LLP is a Los Angeles-based public accounting firm that has served nonprofit organizations in the areas of tax, accounting and auditing, and business consulting since 1975. Their stellar reputation has been earned by providing excellent service and distinctive advice to their clients. Their exceptional team of talented people makes client services their number one priority.

RBZ's nonprofit practice is comprised of professionals who immerse themselves in the nonprofit community, become leaders in the related trade groups and extend their expertise in these areas beyond mere accounting and tax compliance. Each group writes and speaks extensively in these areas and is seen as a resource by local and trade groups and publications. They understand the industry-specific issues that you face.

Contact: Michael Cantrill
11755 Wilshire Blvd, Ninth Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90025
mcantrill@rbz.com
(310) 745-5741
www.rbz.com
 

Certified Public Accounting - SingerLewak
SingerLewak is a leading accounting services provider. Serving the Southern California region since 1959, SingerLewak has a dedicated professional staff committed to serving the unique needs of the nonprofit sector. They believe that substantially reducing risk gives you the confidence to stay focused on conducting your business with a cause.

SingerLewak has been helping people and charitable institutions for over four decades. Understanding the best financial practices for the nonprofit sector, from services to schools to museums to foundations, has helped them to develop the financial expertise necessary to best serve organizations who conduct business with a cause.

SingerLewak offers assistance and consultation with:

• Financial statements (auditing and review)
• Conducting OMB Circular A-133 audits
• Agreed-upon procedure engagements
• Cash flow planning
• Preparation of forms (990,990-PF, 990-T) and state reports
• Private foundation issues
• IRS recognition of tax exempt status

Contact: Lewis Sharpstone
10960 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1100
Los Angeles, CA 90024
lsharpstone1@singerlewak.com
(310) 477-3924
www.singerlewak.com



Certified Public Accounting - Harrington Group, LLP
The Harrington Group provides accounting, audit and tax services to over 200 nonprofit organizations in California. They help clients find new revenue streams, maximize existing funds, and spot fresh funding opportunities and trends. They also help nonprofits master government funding issues, sharpen your grant negotiations, and strengthen program and long-range planning.

Services provided by the Harrington Group include the following:

• Accounting, Auditing and Tax services including financial statements compilation and audit, pension audits, etc.
• Reports and Analysis including financial data analysis, customized management reports, cost report preparation and analysis, accounting records creation and maintenance, systems design, preparation of exempt organization returns (990, 199, CT-2, 990-T, 109) and pension plan returns (5500, 5500CR), etc.
• Management Consulting including revenue generation, government grant/contract negotiations, rate setting, budgeting, internal control assessment and strengthening, cost allocations and provisional rate analysis, planning and analysis, etc.
• Staff Support including client training and seminars, management and staff interviewing, assessment and evaluation

Contact: Tonetta Conner
2670 Mission Street. Suite 200
San Marino, CA 91108
tonetta@npocpas.com
(626) 403-6801
www.npocpas.com



Certified Public Accounting - Green Hasson & Janks, LLP
Green Hasson & Janks, LLP, an independent certified public accounting firm based in Los Angeles, provides a wide range of business advisory and traditional accounting and tax services. They specialize in tax planning and preparation, accounting and auditing services, management consulting, estate planning, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, business management and human resources consulting.

GH&J's nonprofit division is committed to and passionate about the nonprofits they serve. They work with a broad range of respected human service organizations, consult with a range of industry groups and governmental bodies, assist with policy setting, and regularly attend training and industry meetings to stay current on the latest developments in the nonprofit field.

In the challenging job of keeping your nonprofit organization strong and growing, they are valuable partners to have on your side.

Contact: Gayle Whittemore
10990 Wilshire Boulevard, 16th Floor
Los Angeles, California 90024
gwhittemore@ghjadvisors.com
(310) 873-1605
www.ghjadvisors.com


Accounting Outsourcing & Consulting - teamCFO
teamCFO was founded a decade ago to focus on the hands-on operation of the financial and accounting functions of nonprofit organizations.  Their ability to turn around non-functioning accounting operations quickly, with efficiency and controls in mind is a major reason why their clients engage them.  They have been working with nonprofits from $2m-$25m since the firm started.

Aside from the general accounting operation, they are also very familiar with all levels of government funding, nonprofit accounting and grant compliance, including cost allocation strategies.  They have a track record of strengthening/improving accounting operations and work closely with both the NP management and the Board of Directors.  teamCFO is often times also brought in to an organization to maintain the accounting operations while the organization is searching for a new CFO.

teamCFO's dedicated professionals have a deep understanding and broad perspectives of what drive organizational performance.  Their senior personnel have over 25+ years of experience and are ex-audit managers from the Big 4 accounting firms, divisional CFOs, controllers, and treasurers from large public companies.  Their support team members are all trained by CPAs.  With each client, teamCFO has the ability to scale and custom its services to meet the short and long term needs of the organization.

Contact: Nicole Nishida
550 So. Hope Street, Ste 1700
Los Angeles, CA 90071
mailto: nnishida@teamcfo.com
213-628-7340
www.teamCFO.com


Accounting Consulting - AFJ Consulting
AFJ Consulting is comprised of certified public accountants with over 40 aggregated years of experience. They have worked through a multitude of accounting related challenges faced by nonprofit organizations and have learned which solutions work best.

AFJ consultants provide a full-service experience for every client, large and small. Their services are customized to create the most efficient and effective solutions to your business needs.

AFJ considers every business engagement unique and they work with each client to create a solution that works best for that client. However, AFJ Consulting does not simply complete projects; they strive to have clients consider them lifelong business partners.

Contact: Adam Jones
8383 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 835
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
ajones@afjconsulting.com
323-782-9391
www.afjconsulting.com



Financial Planning - 401(k) Group
The 401(k) Group delivers the help employers and participants need relative to financial planning. Services include the following:

• Fund services including the investment policy statement, identification of "top picks," quarterly due diligence reports, annual fund reviews, etc.
• Plan reviews including fund reviews, expense benchmarking, participation analyses, asset allocation, design options, etc.
• Participant communications including investment education, investment advice, plan alerts, one-on-one support, market and fund updates, etc.
• Vendor search services including detailed analysis and comparison of companies and funds

Contact: D. Scott Campbell
1239 Victoria Street, Suite D
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
scott_campbell@qpadvisory.com
(949) 650-1024
www.qpadvisory.com



Human Resource Consulting - CB Consulting
CB Consulting specializes in the development of personnel through dynamic and interactive training programs. The company assists organizations responding to State/Federal Discrimination and Harassment charges, and mediates cases on behalf of the employer. CB develops policies, procedures, and practices to simplify Human Resources processes, and conducts systematic audits of HR Departments to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.

President Cynthia Begazo has over twenty-five years experience in Human Resources, Business, Management/Leadership, Employment Law, Administration, State/Federal Human Resources Regulatory Compliance, and Training. She has extensive experience working with organizations of various sizes and offers consultative services in Human Resources, Management and Leadership, Employment Law, Training, State/Federal Regulatory Compliance, EEO and Affirmative Action.

Contact: Cynthia Begazo
7111 Earldom Ave.
Playa del Rey, CA 90293
cb_consulting@ca.rr.com
(310) 977-8273






Strategic Planning, Leadership & Board Development - Interchange Group
The Interchange Group provides comprehensive tools, programs and expertise to increase your organization's capacity and improve employee performance. Their unique blend of hands-on applications and research-based methodologies enables their clients to recruit, motivate and retain a highly productive multigenerational workforce and plan for the future.

Services include:

• Employee & stakeholder needs assessments
• Board development & retreat facilitation
• Strategic planning & change management
• Managerial coaching & succession planning
• Intergenerational teambuilding & communication training
• Recruitment & retention strategies for target employee/volunteer populations

Contact: Amy Hirsch Robinson
2658 Griffith Park Blvd., Suite 753
Los Angeles, CA 90039
ahr@interchange-group.com
323-230-6109
www.interchange-group.com



Public Relations & Marketing - Putnam & Smith
Putnam & Smith is a collaborative of professional individuals who specialize in public relations, advertising, marketing, event planning and production of entertainment, talent and product.
With more than 28 years of experience, Putnam & Smith possesses exceptional skills to achieve success in their areas of expertise.

Specific capabilities include the following:

• Publicity
• Press & Media Conference Coordination
• Branding and Corporate Identity
• Corporate Sponsorship and Fundraising
• Grant Writing and Research
• Fundraising Events Coordination

Contact: Cherry Hepburn
12309 Moorpark St., #3
Studio City, CA 91604
Cherry.hepburn@sbcglobal.net
 (818) 763-4142
www.putnam-smith.com



Fundraising & Development - The Nonprofit Brain Trust
The Nonprofit Brain Trust is a resource development outsourcing and consulting firm serving the nonprofit community. The firm offers nonprofit organizations a cost-effective, outsourcing alternative for managing fundraising and development efforts, as well as providing traditional consulting services.

The Brain Trust team includes highly skilled, seasoned professionals who have extensive experience working with nonprofit organizations, foundations and for-profit corporations. Their expertise in nonprofit management includes strategic planning, development and fundraising, database management, marketing and communications, board development and program management.

The Brain Trust's signature program, the Virtual Development Office (VDO), is a cost-effective solution to the ongoing challenges of staffing, managing and operating an in-house development department.

Contact: Kim Appleby
12400 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 900
Los Angeles, CA 90025
kim@nonprofitbraintrust.com
 (310) 449-1312
www.nonprofitbraintrust.com



Payroll Services - Cyntron's Nonprofit Edition
Cyntron Payroll Solutions, LLC is a premier software provider of customized payroll solutions. Taking a different approach than other payroll providers, Cyntron offers each client access to a Payroll Specialist and Business Development Manager. The client-service-centric company provides customized payroll reports, online payroll stub access for employees, tax liability deposits and other services. Most importantly, Cyntron conducts multiple error checking processes to ensure that accuracy exceeds the 99% level. Cyntron has also partnered with Time Rack which specializes in lowering labor costs through proper time and attendance management.

Contact: Michael Alaniz
234 E. Colorado Blvd., Ste 700
Pasadena, CA 91101
malaniz@cyntron.com
(626) 639-2135
www.cyntron.com
* Ask for the Chapman / Cyntron Nonprofits Edition



Banking Services - East West Bank
East West Bank is the second largest full service commercial bank headquartered in Southern California with 72 branch locations. East West serves the nonprofit community with 70 branches throughout the counties of Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino.

Contact: Kathy Fergen
1900 Avenue of the Stars
Los Angeles, CA 90067
kfergen@eastwestbank.com
(310) 712-0044, ext 141
www.eastwestbank.com



Real Estate Services - CresaPartners, LLC
CresaPartners, LLC is an international corporate real estate advisory firm that represents tenants/space users and specializes in the delivery of fully integrated real estate services. Originally formed in 1993, CresaPartners has quickly become one of the fastest-growing corporate real estate advisory firms in the country.

Their mission is to provide customized solutions exclusively for tenants/corporate space users by offering fully integrated services that align their real estate with their business plans, delivering maximum cost savings and exceeding expectations. With offices throughout Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties, CresaPartners has worked with many nonprofit organizations.

They provide a complete line of corporate real estate services including the following:

• Strategic planning
• Transaction management
• Project management
• Relocation planning and management
• Lease administration
• Site selection
• Facilities consulting
• Subleases and dispositions

Contact: Richard Pearson
20950 Warner Center Lane, Suite B
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
rpearson@cresapartners.com
(818) 223-0072
www.cresapartners.com

Medical and Pension 5500's
For over 20+ years, PayPro Administrators have been the one-stop solution to over 1,000 employers nationwide. As benefits plans become increasingly more complex, you need to know that the professionals handling your plan have the experience and education to recognize problems and find solutions. If you need someone to produce your 5500's for you, this is a Chapman referred resource.

Contact: Felix Acajabon
74-133 El Paseo, Suite 11 -
Palm Dessert, CA 92260
felixa@pagroup.us
(866) 729-7761  (760) 568-3626
www.pagroup.us