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Sarah Duniway

Sarah Duniway

USA 2026

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Practice Areas

Charitable Gift Planning

Bond Financing

Navigating the Second Trump Administration: Executive Orders & the Changing Legal Landscape

ESG Guidance

Health Care Regulatory & Compliance Counseling

Health Care Transactions

Political Organizations & Election Law

Education

Nonprofit & Tax-Exempt Organizations

Career

Sarah Duniway is known for representing a wide range of nonprofit organizations and policy advocacy groups. Clients value her straightforward advice and appreciate her ability to provide insights from a profound understanding of the legal and practical nuances. More than just a lawyer, Sarah is a partner in clients’ quests to fulfill their missions.

When nonprofit leaders encounter legal challenges, Sarah Duniway is the attorney they rely on for clear direction and innovative solutions. Her approach to legal guidance is rooted in enabling clients to harness creative problem-solving opportunities, ensuring they receive effective solutions aligned with their business goals. She loves her work and the clients she serves, sharing a contagious positive energy.

Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge, legal counsel and a unique perspective to 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities including:

Foundations and grantmakers

Long term care, skilled nursing, disability and assisted living and senior housing providers

Museums

Nonprofits

University-affiliated foundations

Advocacy and social justice organizations

Environmental and sustainability groups

Health care organizations

Political Action Committees (PACs) and SuperPACs

Clients trust Sarah for her ability to provide straightforward counsel on a wide range of legal questions, offering a perspective rooted in a deep understanding of the complexities of the law, informed by her own leadership, governance and business experience. Above all, Sarah delights in helping clients accomplish their missions. She regularly counsels clients in a variety of areas including:

Governance

Tax-exemption and tax-exempt bond financing

Business operations

Grants and social impact bonds

Joint ventures, affiliations, and mergers and acquisitions

Campaign finance

Election law

Licensing

Regulatory compliance

Partnering with Sarah means gaining a dedicated ally for organizations seeking to make an impact through their work. Her ability to anticipate and understand the unique challenges faced by nonprofits, coupled with her commitment to clients’ success, makes her an ideal choice for any nonprofit looking to excel in its endeavors. Whether establishing new organizations, navigating complex legal landscapes or fostering strong collaborative relationships, Sarah’s guidance is a beacon of clarity and confidence, empowering clients to achieve their most ambitious goals.

Key sectors

Not for Profit / CharityHealth and Life SciencesEducation

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Healthcare - Minnesota

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Individual Editorial

Sarah Duniway frequently acts for healthcare and non-profit organizations. She has particular expertise advising clients who provide long term care, skilled nursing and senior housing.

Strengths

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  • Sarah is incredibly responsive and pleasant to work with. She understands the overall goal, and she has a solution-oriented approach to every issue so we can work through it collaboratively.

    HealthcareChambers Guide to the USA
  • Sarah has been invaluable to me in getting me up to speed on several contract issues.

    HealthcareChambers Guide to the USA
  • Sarah has a wealth of knowledge and was always available to our team. She knows what she was talking about and always has a sophisticated level of professionalism in all settings and situations.

    HealthcareChambers Guide to the USA

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