Board of directors
- Statute:
- Louisiana §12:224 · Part NP (Louisiana Nonprofit Corporation Law (La. R.S. Title 12 Ch. 2))
- Topic:
- Governance · Board
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
Affairs are managed by a board of at least three natural persons (or one per member if there are fewer than three members). Default term is one year; no single term longer than five years. Board quorum is a majority of the board; the act of a majority of directors present at a quorate meeting is the act of the board. Members may remove a director at a special meeting by a majority in interest of all voting members. Directors may meet by conference telephone if everyone can communicate. Unless the articles allow it, a director may not vote by proxy.
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- What does Louisiana §12:224 require?
- Affairs are managed by a board of at least three natural persons (or one per member if there are fewer than three members). Default term is one year; no single term longer than five years. Board quorum is a majority of the board; the act of a majority of directors present at a quorate meeting is the act of the board.
- Who does Louisiana §12:224 apply to?
- Louisiana §12:224 applies to Nonprofit associations in Louisiana.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §12:224?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Louisiana community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Louisiana §12:224?
- The official text is published by the Louisiana State Legislature at legis.la.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Board of directors?
- SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one. The features that help you comply with this section are part of every plan — no add-ons, no per-document fees. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Louisiana §12:224 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Louisiana-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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