Registering a public organization in Lviv with Olson Law Firm is Easy

Want to establish a non-profit/non-governmental association, a Public Organization is your opportunity to unite citizens to achieve certain goals.

Registering a public organization in Lviv is an important step for implementing socially beneficial initiatives. From creating constituent documents to submitting them to the state registrar, each stage requires accuracy and knowledge of the law. Olson Law Firm in Lviv offers professional support of the process so that your organization is created quickly and correctly.

Registering a public organization Lviv gives you the opportunity to unite caring citizens who set themselves the goal of achieving the same goals and professing the same principles and ideals, improving the situation in a certain sector (region) or the state as a whole.

Not only commercial, but also non-governmental/non-profit organizations need their legalization in accordance with the procedure established by law.

Public associations, also called non-profit, although they do not conduct activities aimed at making a profit, nevertheless form a legal entity and enjoy all its rights and obligations. Therefore, they should be registered, in the same way as the registration of LLC, PE, etc.

A public organization can have all-Ukrainian status - for this it is necessary to register 14 separate subdivisions. A public organization must have at least two persons who have citizenship (of Ukraine and/or other countries, depending on the type of organization) and have reached the age of 18.

Typical examples of public organizations are sports, cultural and creative associations, as well as associations of citizens to protect their social and/or economic rights. Only individuals in the amount of two or more can be founders.

Registration of a public association is carried out at the place of its activity. Surprisingly, registering a public organization is no easier than a business, and in fact, in practice it turns out to be much more difficult. One of the main reasons that potential founders of the organization face is related to the registration authority. Unlike businesses, associations are registered with the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine. If you want to know how to register a public organization in Ukraine, contact our firm. Our specialists will not only help you understand the intricacies of the legislation, but will also help with registration or even take on all bureaucratic procedures.

What is a public organization and what is its purpose?

A public organization (NGO) is a voluntary association of individuals created to achieve a common goal or solve social, cultural, educational or other tasks.
The main purpose of a NGO:

• Implementation of socially beneficial initiatives.
• Support for certain social groups.
• Popularization of ideas or activities that contribute to the development of the community.
• Creating a public organization in Lviv allows you to legalize its activities and obtain the status of a non-profit organization.

Stages of registering a public organization

The process of registering a public organization includes several important stages:

Preparation of documents

To register a public organization, you must prepare a full package of documents, which will include:

• Registration application;
• Charter of a public organization;
• Minutes of the constituent meeting;
• Information about the governing bodies;
• List of persons present at the meeting

Choosing and registration of an organizational form

A public association can be created as:

Public organization. Founded by individuals.

Public union. Founded by legal entities under private law.
To choose the right form, you need to take into account the purpose of the activity and organizational needs.

Submission of documents to the state registrar

Documents are submitted to the registration department of public associations of the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine, at the location of your organization. After verification, data on the NGO is entered into the Unified State Register (USR).

Obtaining the status of a non-profit organization

The final stage is the submission of documents and obtaining the status of a non-profit organization. Often this process requires communication with the fiscal service.

As a rule, the opening of a public organization should begin with a decision to establish it, which is adopted by the founders at the general meeting and must be documented in the minutes.

It is worth noting that at the meeting, in addition to other organizational issues, the name of the organization is approved, which must consist of two parts: the organizational and legal form and the name itself.

After the decision to establish the organization has been made, it is necessary to go through the registration procedure within 60 days.

If there are no grounds for refusing to register a public organization, the registration service makes a decision on registration within 3 days, which is formalized by an order. After which an entry about the new entity is entered into the Unified State Register of Public Associations. As a result, the representative of the association receives an extract from the Register, as well as a description with an access code to the statute in electronic form on the website of the Ministry of Justice. Also, the necessary documents

Make a seal for the organization and enter data into the register of non-profit organizations.

To create a public organization in Lviv without the status of a legal entity, it is necessary to provide the following documents to the registration service of the Ministry of Justice: an application for notification of the creation of a public association, data on the leaders and representatives of the association.

If there are no good reasons for refusing to accept the notification of the creation, the Ministry of Justice service makes a written decision to accept the written notification, and also enters information about the new entity into the Register of Public Associations. As a result, the representative of the organization receives a copy of the decision to accept the written notification.

The process of opening a public organization takes about a week, sometimes longer, so if you intend to register such a structure, do it in advance and allocate sufficient time for bureaucratic procedures.

Legal assistance in registering a public organization from Olson

Independently creating a public organization can take not only a lot of time, but also energy, as well as nerves. After all, not everyone can understand all the intricacies of the registration procedure for such associations, the nuances of Ukrainian legislation, which tends to change constantly. Competent legal assistance is a great opportunity to get a full range of services and quickly resolve issues without unnecessary worries and hassle.

Olson Company provides comprehensive services for registering public organizations in Lviv:

Consultations. We will explain how to register a public organization in Lviv, and help you avoid mistakes.
Preparation of documents. Development of the charter, protocols and applications.
Registration of a public organization in Lviv. Submission of documents to the registrar and control of the registration process.
Obtaining the status of a non-profit organization. We will ensure that the public organization is included in the Register of Non-Profit Organizations.
Quick registration of a public organization in Lviv is possible thanks to the experience and professionalism of our lawyers.

After registering a public organization: what to do next?

After registering a public organization, you must:

Obtain the status of a non-profit organization. Submit the necessary documents to the tax service.
Open a bank account. To conduct financial transactions.
Inform counterparties and partners. The new NGO should be known among the target audience.
Olson Law Firm will help at all stages from creation to full-fledged activity of the organization.

Where to Register a Public Organization in Lviv?

Registering a public organization in Lviv is an important step in officially formalizing the activities of an association. According to the current legislation of Ukraine, documents for state registration can be submitted either in person or through an authorized law firm.

State Registration of Public Organizations in Lviv

The official body responsible for registering public formations is the Department of State Registration of Public Formations in Lviv Region.

Address: Lviv Region, Lviv, Shashkevycha Square 1, office 26
Email: reg_lvivjust@ukr.net
Phone: (0322) 612362

Website: https://pzmrujust.gov.ua/

At this address, you can submit the required set of documents to create a public organization and receive consultation from department employees.

Registration Through a Law Firm

If you want to avoid mistakes in your documents and save time, use the services of Olson Law Firm in Lviv. The firm’s specialists will help prepare the charter, complete all necessary paperwork, and support the process until you receive the registration certificate.

Why choose Olson?

Experience. We have successful experience in registering NGOs in Lviv.
Complexity. From preparing documents to obtaining the status of a non-profit organization.
Transparency. You receive a detailed report on each stage of work.
Entrust the registration of your public organization to professionals from Olson!

If you are interested in registering a NGO in Lviv, contact specialists, we are always happy to help you. In our arsenal, the practice of registering serious associations, as well as established communication with employees of the Ministry of Justice department, allows us to provide qualified and prompt assistance to our Clients.