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Gene Takagi is a highly experienced lawyer in San Francisco, California, specializing in nonprofit law and corporate matters. Learn more about his background and professional achievements. Gene Takagi is the managing attorney of NEO Law Group, a prominent law firm in San Francisco, California. With a focus on nonprofit organizations, Gene has represented over 800 clients on a wide range of legal issues, including corporate governance, tax law, and charitable trust matters. His expertise in this field has made him a sought-after speaker and writer, with publications in reputable outlets such as The New York Times, The Nonprofit Quarterly, and The Chronicle of Philanthropy. In addition to his legal practice, Gene is a part-time lecturer at Columbia University, where he shares his knowledge and experience with future legal professionals. His diverse professional background includes roles as a corporate attorney, professor of nonprofit law, and management consultant, giving him a unique perspective on the intersection of law and business. Gene's dedication to the nonprofit sector has been recognized through multiple awards, including Outstanding Nonprofit Lawyer by the ABA Nonprofit Committee and Northern California Super Lawyer. He is actively involved in various nonprofit organizations, serving on the boards of BoardSource and The Nonprofit Quarterly, among others. Overall, Gene Takagi's commitment to providing clear and practical legal advice to nonprofit organizations sets him apart as a trusted advisor in the field. His passion for helping nonprofits navigate complex legal issues and achieve their missions makes him a valuable asset to the nonprofit community.

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Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Tax Law
Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning

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Languages
    Accepted Jurisdictions
    California Jurdictions
    California
    Since 2001
    Experience
    • Part-Time Lecturer
      Columbia University
      2020
    • Managing Lawyer
      NEO Law Group
      2005
    • Assistant Professor
      Saint Mary s University of Minnesota
      2018
    • Adjunct Professor
      University of San Francisco
      2012
    • Associate Lawyer
      Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
      2001
    • Director, Medical & Behavior Divisions
      San Francisco SPCA
      1996
    • Operations Manager ...
      Allders International
      1989
    Education
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    BSc | Biology
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    UCLA
    JD | Law
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    University of San Francisco
    MNA | Nonprofit Administration
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    Associations
    BoardSource Professional Association
    BoardSource
    Director
    2020 - Current
    California Lawyers Association Professional Association
    California Lawyers Association
    has membership
    2019 - Current
    The Nonprofit Quarterly Professional Association
    The Nonprofit Quarterly
    Director
    2018 - Current
    Western Conference on Tax Exempt Organizations Professional Association
    Western Conference on Tax Exempt Organizations
    Planning Committee has membership
    2017 - Current
    California Association of Nonprofits Professional Association
    California Association of Nonprofits
    has membership
    2015 - Current
    Independent Sector Professional Association
    Independent Sector
    has membership
    2015 - Current
    American Bar Association Professional Association
    American Bar Association
    has membership
    2003 - Current
    State Bar of California
                        
                                                     # 215258 Professional Association
    State Bar of California  # 215258
    has membership
    2001 - Current
    Bar Association of San Francisco Professional Association
    Bar Association of San Francisco
    has membership
    2001 - Current
    CompassPoint Nonprofit Services Professional Association
    CompassPoint Nonprofit Services
    Director
    2015 - 2021
    Independent Sector Professional Association
    Independent Sector
    John W. Gardner Leadership Award Committee
    2019 - 2019
    Independent Sector Professional Association
    Independent Sector
    Public Policy Committee has membership
    2015 - 2017
    Community Initiatives Professional Association
    Community Initiatives
    Director, Secretary
    2009 - 2014
    Northern California Planned Giving Council Professional Association
    Northern California Planned Giving Council
    has membership
    2006 - 2012
    JCYC Professional Association
    JCYC
    Director
    2006 - 2012
    Social Enterprise Alliance Professional Association
    Social Enterprise Alliance
    has membership
    2009 - 2011
    Bar Association of San Francisco Pro Bono Committee Professional Association
    Bar Association of San Francisco Pro Bono Committee
    Committee has membership
    2008 - 2010
    Asian American Bar Association Professional Association
    Asian American Bar Association
    has membership
    2003 - 2009
    Net Impact Professional Association
    Net Impact
    Director
    2005 - 2008
    Barristers Club Professional Association
    Barristers Club
    Director
    2004 - 2006
    Community Thrift Store Professional Association
    Community Thrift Store
    Director
    1996 - 1998
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