Wednesday, September 30, 12 – 1pm (lunch at 11:45), Performing Arts and Humanities Building, room 216, RSVP by September 24 for lunch
Join Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (MDVLA) for a discussion on common legal issues that an artist might face when doing creative work. The discussion will include an introduction to contracts, intellectual property, and business entity basics. The goal is to empower you to better understand legal issues related to your creative work and assess when the right time is to talk to an attorney for additional support. This information is relevant to any type of creative entrepreneur or small arts organization interested in protecting themselves and their art. Founded in 1985, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (MDVLA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting Maryland artists’ and organizations’ legal rights through pro bono legal services and education.
Christia Ravenell is the Director of Legal Services at MDVLA. In this role, she provides legal assistance to MDVLA clients, develops legal resource guides and professional development workshops, supports volunteer attorneys, and participates in advocacy and stakeholder initiatives on behalf of MDVLA and its constituency. A Baltimore native, Christia holds degrees from Howard University, New York University, and Georgetown Law. When she’s not at an Art Law Clinic, you can find her in dance class or digging through crates at your local record store.
This event is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University’s nondiscrimination policy.