Events

On August 13, the Copyright Royalty Board (CRB) published a Federal Register Notice announcing that distribution proceedings will begin in order to determine the distribution of 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 royalties deposited with the U.S. Copyright Office under the cable service statutory license and the satellite carrier license. Those interested in participating in the […]

The Copyright Clearance Center’s (CCC) Copyright 101 course is designed for those who need a basic overview of U.S. copyright law to assist with their day-to-day work responsibilities. It provides a condensed version of the comprehensive six-module course, Advanced Copyright for Business, which offers a live 120-minute class, a certificate upon successful completion, electronic course materials, and extended […]

Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts New York (VLANY) will host a community fundraiser called VLA Oktoberfest. Proceeds from the event will go toward funding VLANY’s support of New York creators. The event is kid-friendly, with painting and puzzles for babies and toddlers, as well as a raffle with prizes for kids and grownups. For additional information […]

Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts (WALA) is hosting a Creative Entrepreneur Series consisting of six sessions. This session is dedicated to understanding copyright and trademark through a presentation and a question and answer session with WALA Board President and attorney John D. Mason. Attendees will learn more about copyright registration, fair use, works made […]

The Artists Rights Society (ARS) and the Center for Art Law will host a webinar titled Licensing Art for Movies & Productions: Process and Practice. During the event, presenters will lead a discussion on the practical aspects of incorporating artwork into film and television productions. The session will move beyond the legal intricacies of copyright, fair use, […]

The U.S. Copyright Office (USCO) will host a webinar titled Copyright Essentials and Myths Explained to discuss what is—and is not—true when it comes to the subject of copyright. The Office’s goal is to ensure that attendees have the facts and know where to go for copyright information. The event will cover copyright basics as well as […]

California Lawyers for the Arts will host a webinar for aspiring musicians, songwriters, and producers who are looking to break into the music industry. The session is designed for creatives at the start of their musical journeys. Speakers will share helpful insights, practical tips, and expert advice to help navigate the competitive and complex music […]

The Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO) Annual Meeting offers a mix of educational programs, committee meetings, networking opportunities, sponsors, exhibitors, and more. This must-attend event brings together IP professionals from around the world to discuss strategies, trends, and best practices. For additional information and to register to attend, please click here.

The Copyright Clearance Center (CCC) is holding a Town Hall on LinkedIn titled AI & Copyright: Essential Information for Global, Cross-Border Businesses. The event will feature a panel of experts who will cover topics such as the international implications of AI and copyright, the current state of play across the global legal landscape, litigation developments, collective […]

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce will host its inaugural Technology Leadership Summit in Washington, DC. The theme of the event is Compute to Compete, featuring discussions around maintaining global leadership, promoting economic growth, and leveraging technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum technology in order to establish and maintain a competitive edge. For additional information and to register […]

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a virtual fireside chat titled Voices of Resilience: Inclusion, Diversity, and Accessibility in the Marketplace. The event will feature a conversation between Lead Administrative Judge Annette Reimers and Tiffany Yu, Founder of Diversability, “an organization on a mission to amplify disabled voices and democratize disability visibility, representation, and […]

The Authors Guild Foundation will once again host the Words, Ideas, and Thinkers (WIT) Festival to explore this year’s theme of The Power of Words: Why Writers Matter. The 2024 festival will feature a lineup of conversations and panels with novelists, playwrights, journalists, translators, poets, critics, historians, and essayists. For additional information, including speakers and panel topics, […]