Education
CLA’s Educational program offers workshops, seminar and special events throughout the state on a variety of legal and business topics that affect the creative community.
Upcoming Workshops and Events
July 29
Trademark 101 for Artists and Attorneys: Protecting Your Creative Work and Business (MCLE Available)
Whether you’re an artist, creative entrepreneur, or attorney serving the arts community, understanding trademark law is an essential part of protecting creative work and building a sustainable practice. This webinar provides a practical overview of trademark fundamentals, including selecting a protectable mark, navigating the federal registration process, avoiding common mistakes, and enforcing trademark rights. Participants will leave with a stronger understanding of how trademarks support creative careers and businesses, along with practical strategies for protecting valuable intellectual property
Relax With Tax for Creative Freelancers
Zoom Recording
Learn how to efficiently track income and expenses throughout the year, and don’t miss the deductions you can make as a self-employed creative. Topics include record keeping, form 1040, form 1099, Schedule C, the self-employment schedule, deductions, hobby losses, home offices, and more.
A comprehensive e-book, “The Art of Deduction,” is included with purchase.
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Past Education Workshops Include
- Copyright: A Basic Introduction
- Trademarks: A Basic Introduction
- Licensing: A Basic Introduction
- The Artist-Gallery Agreement
- Public Art Contracts: What every artist needs to know about public art commissions, from RFQ to Moral Rights
- How to Protect Your Art with Design Patents
- Copyright “Fair Use:” What Creative Artists Need to Know
- Using Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to Resolve Disputes in the Arts and Entertainment World
- Intellectual Property Law Survey for the Creative Arts
- Copyright for Educators and Librarians
- Collaboration Agreements for Creative Artists
- Patents: A Basic Introduction
- Trade Secrets: A Basic Introduction
- Negotiation: A Basic Introduction
- Termination of Copyrights: What You Need to Know
- How to Register Your Music With the Copyright Office
- Social Entrepreneurship: The California B-Corporation
- How to Represent the Low Power FM Station License Applicant: Module #1
- How to Represent the Low Power FM Station License Applicant: Module #2
California Lawyers for the Arts is licensed by the State Bar of California as a Multiple Activity MCLE Provider (#1248). Non-attorneys should register as “non-MCLE” when setting-up their account to view these materials. There is no fee to setup your free account. |