What to Do When the Government Knocks: Understanding Federal Law Enforcement (FREE MCN & MCF Partner Event)
January 7, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm CST
Virtual Workshop – Live/Online
Fee: FREE
Nonprofits face shifting government policies, funding priorities, and legal scrutiny. The U.S. Department of Justice is expanding use of a key federal law, the False Claims Act (FCA), which has long been a tool for combating civil fraud on the federal government. The FCA may also become a tool for enforcement of policy interests, such as moves against diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts of government funding recipients. Organizations previously unconcerned with FCA risk may now be affected.
This webinar, sponsored by Robins Kaplan, and presented by former U.S. Attorney B. Todd Jones and former Assistant U.S. Attorney Bahram Samie, will provide historical background of the FCA, describe the role of whistleblowers, and offer insight into evolving enforcement priorities. Attendees will also gain insight on mitigating risk in this shifting enforcement landscape and practical guidance on how to respond to government investigations, including search warrants, subpoenas, and civil investigative demands. A strong compliance plan can help nonprofits reduce disruptions and protect their legal rights.
About This Webinar Series
This complimentary webinar is part of a series co-presented by the Minnesota Council on Foundations and the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits to support nonprofits and foundations as they navigate legal developments.
The anticipated learning outcomes for the series are:
- Understanding current legal requirements and emerging trends
- Familiarization with realistic and practical planning opportunities
- Increasing understanding of and comfort with the law and attorneys
- Building confidence in deciphering when an attorney’s guidance may be needed
- Feeling empowered to mitigate the risks you can control
Additional Details:
- These sessions will be treated as confidential and will only be available live (no recordings will be available).
- The topics of these sessions may be most relevant for folks in your organization with responsibilities for managing operations, communications, human resources, legal, and/or governance issues.
- This invitation is unique to you! Please do not forward the invitation outside of your organization.
- Please note that the material provided in these sessions is for general informational purposes and participation in these sessions will not create an attorney-client relationship between you and the presenters. The views and opinions expressed by the presenters are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MCF, MCN, or any sponsoring organization.
