Protect Your Nonprofit’s Mission and Property in Santa Rosa, CA
At Daryl Reese Law Group, we understand how critical property tax exemptions are for nonprofits. Losing an exemption—or not securing one—can cost tens of thousands of dollars annually that could otherwise go toward serving your community. Our team provides the expertise, strategy, and personal commitment needed to create calm in the complex world of property tax law.
Founded in 2021 by Attorney Daryl Reese, our Santa Rosa-based firm combines deep legal experience with firsthand nonprofit leadership. With over 38 years of combined experience, we’ve helped numerous nonprofits across California obtain and protect property tax exemptions, saving substantial sums and securing their missions.
Contact Daryl Reese Law Group to schedule a consultation with a lawyer today. 707-858-5000
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Your Local Property Tax Exemption Experts in Santa Rosa, CA
Navigating the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office and understanding California’s property tax laws can be overwhelming. Each county has different rules, deadlines, and application standards—and missing even a small detail can jeopardize your exemption.
Our attorneys bring county-specific experience with Sonoma, Marin, Napa, and other North Bay assessor offices, helping nonprofits file correctly, appeal denials, and maintain compliance year after year.
Whether you’re filing your first Organizational Clearance Certificate, pursuing a welfare exemption, or appealing a denied claim, our property tax exemption lawyers in Santa Rosa are here to guide you every step of the way.
Our Property Tax Exemption Legal Services
We provide full-service representation and guidance for California nonprofits, including:
- Organizational Clearance Certificate (OCC) applications
- Welfare exemption claims and renewals
- Religious exemption applications
- County Assessor exemption filings
- Annual renewal preparation and compliance tracking
- Appeals of denied exemption applications
- Exemption reinstatement after loss
- Property use and leasing compliance strategies
- County-specific procedure navigation
These exemptions can save your organization tens of thousands of dollars each year—funds that can be redirected to expanding your programs and fulfilling your mission.
Why Choose Daryl Reese Law Group
Proven Results
Our firm has helped several nonprofits either keep or obtain property tax exemptions, including a Marin County church with a $6 million property that saved tens of thousands of dollars annually after our intervention. These savings mean more resources for direct community impact.
County-Specific Expertise
With in-depth experience in Sonoma County Assessor procedures, we understand how local interpretations of state tax code can affect your exemption status. Each county is different, and we know how to tailor filings accordingly.
Mission-Aligned Advocacy
We believe every dollar saved through property tax exemptions is another dollar available to serve your mission. Our approach is educational, proactive, and supportive—“creating calm” for clients facing stressful or confusing exemption issues.
Meet Attorney Daryl Reese
Daryl Reese, Esq. (Bar #298780) brings a rare combination of legal expertise and 20 years of nonprofit executive leadership. Before founding his law firm, he managed facilities, budgets, and operations for major nonprofit organizations—giving him firsthand insight into how property tax costs can strain mission budgets.
Daryl holds an MBA from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University and both a Juris Doctor and Master of Legal Studies from Empire College School of Law in Santa Rosa.
He’s also affiliated with the Global Center for Nonprofit Excellence and is recognized among leaders in the nonprofit legal world.
Team Members
- Chanel Crawford, Attorney
- Claire Aw, Senior Paralegal
- Jan Reese, Administrative Assistant
- Liz Castillo, Legal Operations Coordinator
Together, our team delivers quality work, honesty, integrity, and education—the core values that define every client relationship.
Understanding Property Tax Exemptions in California
California’s property tax exemption laws—especially Welfare and Religious Exemptions under Revenue and Taxation Code Sections 214 and 207—are complex. Eligibility depends on property ownership, organizational use, and compliance with ongoing requirements. Many nonprofits lose exemptions simply due to paperwork errors or missed renewal deadlines. Our team helps you stay compliant, organized, and fully informed so your nonprofit never faces unexpected tax liability.
How We Help Nonprofits “Create Calm”
We know property tax exemptions can be stressful. Our promise is to “come alongside” you to handle every step—from initial eligibility review to appeals—so you can focus on what matters most: your mission.
Our process includes:
- Free initial consultation to assess eligibility
- Document review and strategy to prepare filings
- Communication with county assessors on your behalf
- Appeals and follow-up for denied or delayed claims
- Annual renewal reminders and compliance monitoring
You’ll always know where things stand—with open communication and updates at every stage.
Financial Stewardship and Mission Impact
We understand that legal fees can feel like an expense—but with successful exemption filings, they’re truly an investment.
Property tax savings can easily offset the cost of legal representation many times over. For example, one of our clients—a church in Marin County—redirected their annual tax savings into new community outreach programs after we secured their exemption.
Our goal is simple: help you maximize your mission through financial stewardship and smart legal protection.
Contact Your Property Tax Exemption Lawyer in Santa Rosa, CA
Don’t risk losing your exemption—or the valuable funds your nonprofit depends on. Let the Daryl Reese Law Group protect your property, preserve your exemption, and help you stay focused on your mission.
📍 3843 Brickway Blvd, Suite 204, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
📞 Call for a Free Consultation: 707-858-5000
📧 Email: OFFICE@DARYLREESELAW.COM
🕒 Hours: Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Friday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Protect your property tax exemption—and redirect those savings toward serving your community.