Dedicated Professional Service
We’ll assist with any questions you may as your organization gets off the ground.
Clear Communication
Long Term Relationships
Your Registered Agent
As your Registered Agent, we provide the following services:
- Accepting service of process and legal notices
- Preparing Annual Meeting Minutes
- Filing annual renewal with the State
- Annual comprehensive legal consultation
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Your Non-Profit Team
Your dedicated Non-Profit Team will work alongside you to launch, protect, and grow your non-profit organization
John M. McCormick – Attorney & Founder
John is passionate about entrepreneurship and business development.
Like many entrepreneurs, he has launched both successful and failed businesses. A true believer in “failing forward”, John looks for new opportunities in every situation. This mentality allows him to connect with entrepreneurs and business owners in a meaningful way to help them navigate difficulties and grow their success.
“I find joy in helping business owners make better decisions to build on their success and protect their business.”
Outside of his practice of law, John previously served as Chairman of the Board for Roc Solid Foundation, a national non-profit that builds hope for families fighting pediatric cancer. John also served the City of Chesapeake as a Planning Commissioner for five years, including leadership roles as Secretary and Vice-Chairman. John currently serves as an elected Member of the Chesapeake School Board. In his free time, he enjoys the outdoors and loves spending time with his wife and four children.
John is licensed to practice law in both Virginia and North Carolina.
Awards & Recognitions:
- Virginia-Pilot Inside Business Top 40 under 40 – 2023
- Virginia Business Legal Elite – 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia – 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Super Lawyers – Rising Stars – 2014, 2015, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Elite Lawyer Award – 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Avvo Client’s Choice Award
- Martindale-Hubbell’s Client Champion – Gold Award
Emma Tisdale – Attorney
Emma provides legal advocacy for corporations, limited liability companies, and nonprofit organizations in Virginia and North Carolina, including services related to formation, maintenance, restructuring, and negotiations. She further assists clientele with complex mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, zoning matters, and intellectual property filings. Prior to working with McCormick Law & Consulting, Emma was a Staff Attorney for Legal Aid of North Carolina. She received her J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law in 2019 and her B.A. from New York University in 2012. During law school, Emma was the Online Editor and a published staff writer for the Wake Forest Law Journal of Law & Policy, a member of the Community Law and Business Clinic, and a two-time recipient of the Hopkins Pro Humanitate Summer Grant. She also served as summer intern for the Honorable S. Bernard Goodwyn Jr. of the Virginia Supreme Court. When she’s not at work, Emma enjoys going to concerts, browsing local bookstores, and spending time with her husband and daughter.
Emma is licensed to practice law in Virginia and North Carolina.
Kati Johnson – Non-Profit Legal Coordinator
Kati is a Texas native but has found a home in Suffolk, VA, after her 22 years of dedicated service to the United States Navy. She has a strong background in nonprofit management, administration, and community engagement. With a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership specializing in Nonprofit Management from Regent University, Kati has honed her ability to lead teams, organize large-scale events, and drive impactful initiatives that foster positive change.
As a business owner and community advocate, Kati has successfully managed operations, financial oversight, and fundraising efforts, demonstrating her strategic acumen and passion for service. She has organized charitable events and has played a vital role in nonprofit organizations, serving as a volunteer coordinator, fundraiser, and mentor.
Her military career has equipped her with exceptional leadership, administrative, and crisis management skills. She has supervised teams, developed training programs, and streamlined operations for efficiency. A natural problem solver and collaborator, Kati is committed to building strong relationships, fostering community engagement, and driving organizational success. With a deep commitment to serving others, Kati is eager to bring her leadership, operational expertise, and passion for social impact to nonprofit organizations.
Kati and her husband Alonzo are proud parents of two boys, Phillip and Shane, and a wonderful dog, Cam. Their family values are Faith, Family, and Football.
Meet Our Clients
We have over 100 5-star reviews from entrepreneurs and business owners just like you.
McCormick Law & Consulting was integral in the creation of our non-profit. We promised our 12 y/o son that we would keep fighting cancer for kids like him but we couldn’t have kept that promise without John McCormick and his team. We were hooked at our first meeting when John simply asked “ Tell me about you son.” McCormick Law and Consulting took care of all the legal work while allowing us to focus on our mission. John and his team continue to be a great resource and supporter of D-Feet Cancer The Dalton Fox Foundation. We couldn’t have asked for better legal representation. Thank you McCormick Law & Consulting.
I definitely could have created my new business, Davis Wealth Management LLC, but boy that would have been a mistake. Because business formation is not an area in which I practice, I had no idea where my blind spots were, and let me tell you there were plenty. The knowledge I received from the firm is invaluable.
John McCormick and his firm are very reasonably priced and quickly and efficiently assisted me in creating my new business. It was completely turn key; they did everything for me.
I can’t recommend their services enough. Also, huge shoutout to Taylor who kept me informed every step of the way!
John and his team were great to work with. They provided advice for starting my business and set everything up in an efficient and timely manner. I will definitely recommend them to others!
