Events

The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) and Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (MdVLA) will host a virtual workshop on the basics of copyright, trademark, and patent law for all creators and artists. “ who have wondered what it means to share copyright with a co-author on song lyrics, whether it's possible to patent a […]

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a webinar titled China IP Legislation and Case Law Update, which will be led by senior USPTO attorneys. The program “will provide an opportunity for IP attorneys, businesses, inventors, brand owners, and other stakeholders to access a unique and concise source of information about recently implemented IP-related […]

For Maryland creators who have legal questions or concerns about their works and “short form legal issues,” the Maryland VLA (MDVLA) invites them to make a 30-minute appointment with one of the organization’s volunteer attorneys during its Art Law Clinic. Interested Maryland creators may register here for an appointment for a non-refundable fee of $5.00.

The BIPOC Podcast Creators have partnered with Edison Research to provide attendees with first access to data on Latino podcast audiences ahead of the release of Edison’s 2024 Latino Listener Report. The insights shared will help to shape the strategies of podcast producers, advertisers, and industry leaders. A breakfast of bagels and coffee will be served. […]

The California Copyright Conference will host a webinar titled Tuning Into Television: Building Your Career as a TV Music Composer. The panel discussion is designed to provide attendees with the tools and knowledge needed to take their career in writing music for TV to the next level. During the session, a panel of seasoned professionals and […]

The National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee (NAIAC) published a notice of its next open meeting, which will be held in-person at the University of California, San Diego, and virtually on October 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PT. During the meeting, the Committee will report on working group findings, identify actionable recommendations, and receive public briefings […]

The U.S. Intellectual Property Alliance (USIPA) will hold a panel discussion of “best practices around trade secret asset risk management and how to get started or improve upon current status.” The event will also help attendees understand how to avoid or mitigate significant loss in asset value, company value/stock performance, and compliance and litigation risk. […]

On September 24, the Library of Congress announced the new membership of the Copyright Public Modernization Committee (CPMC), which has been renewed for a second three-year term. The purpose of the committee is to offer knowledge and input on the U.S. Copyright Office’s modernization efforts. The next public meeting of the CPMC will take place virtually on Thursday, […]

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (MdVLA) is hosting a webinar for creators who have agreed to collaborate with fellow artists, or sell or license their work to a patron, and need to understand the basics of creating a contract that outlines all of the details (including who owns the copyright and other key information). […]

Adobe is holding its annual Creativity Conference, Adobe MAX, in Miami Beach, FL, as well as virtually from October 14-16, with a pre-conference held from October 12-13. The conference will include presentations from industry professionals, labs and workshops, and networking receptions. For additional information and to register to attend, please click here.

Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts New York’s (VLANY) Associate Board will host its 2024 Fall Benefit, titled Cocktails for a Cause. The event will offer an evening of networking, refreshments, and fun. Associate Board Members and legal professionals from some of the industry's leading art, music, and entertainment law firms and companies will be in attendance to share […]

The Center for Intellectual Property x Innovation Policy (C-IP2) at George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School will host its 2024 Annual Fall Conference, bringing together academics, policy makers, innovators, and creators to discuss key issues in IP. This year’s conference theme is The Importance of Exclusive Rights in the Patent and Copyright Communities. The theme will […]