If you’re an artist or creative worker, an arts educator or administrator, or a multifaceted creative, there’s support for you. Whether you need help with a particular situation or even just the day-to-day business of being a working artist, the Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts is here to help. Learn more about the Volunteer Lawyers…

Since 2019, Ágora Cultural Architects has worked to support Latin American musicians in Greater Boston and create spaces for their work through Ágora Bookings. In this conversation, Ágora’s leadership will reflect on lessons learned and discuss what it means for a musician to be booking-ready. Key topics include how artists present themselves, approach venues and…

Are you a leader of an existing nonprofit organization or interested in creating a new one? Do you have questions and concerns about incorporating and/or filing for tax-exempt status? All nonprofit start-ups are invited to attend this legal seminar for nonprofits, led by experienced attorneys specializing in nonprofit law. This seminar will take place virtually…

Serving on a nonprofit board offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change, and organizations are seeking individuals like you to help them thrive. Learn to leverage your expertise to support the causes that matter most to you. Ideal for professionals seeking the right organization, administrators looking to strengthen board management, and those onboarding new…

Let’s come together as artists to understand how AI affects our work and rights, and critically discuss how we move with AI pushed by monopoly capitalists.

What is copyright, and what does it do? Why have I been told to “copyright” my work? Do I “own” copyright, and why does it matter? Copyright is a fundamental legal protection that gives creators the power to control access to their work. In this workshop, we’ll explain basic principles of copyright: what it is,…

Join Paige Roehrig, Executive Director, and Nina Mollo, Associate Director of the Copley Society of Art, as they share their experience working with both Boston artists and galleries. In this live workshop, explore the principles, best practices, and mindsets that enable artists to thrive in their partnerships with galleries. Hear from Paige and Nina as…

Are you a leader of an existing nonprofit organization or interested in creating a new one? Do you have questions and concerns about incorporating and/or filing for tax-exempt status? All nonprofit start-ups, or even those who are considering whether a nonprofit is right for them, are invited to attend this legal seminar for nonprofits, led…

An artist statement is a piece of writing by you, that in collaboration and application materials, helps the audience access or understand your artistic work and potential. In this workshop, learn how to gain a greater sense of confidence in representing your own ideas, understand how to reach your audience, and find just the right…

If you’re a for-profit business owner and you’re considering establishing a charitable “arm,” then this workshop is for you. This session will introduce the numerous regulatory considerations of building related for-profits and nonprofits, including handling conflicts of interest.

Are you a leader of an existing nonprofit organization or interested in creating a new one? Do you have questions and concerns about incorporating and/or filing for tax-exempt status? All nonprofit start-ups are invited to attend this legal seminar for nonprofits, led by experienced attorneys specializing in nonprofit law. In this online classroom using Zoom,…

Fiscal sponsorship helps artists access funding and resources they might otherwise struggle to obtain by leveraging a partner organization’s tax-exempt status. Fiscal sponsorship can benefit artists, groups of artists, or artist organizations by raising money for projects, events, and more. This allows artists and small creative businesses to receive tax-deductible donations and apply for a…

Artists of all ages and career stages can lay the groundwork for their future legacies by crafting a long-term plan for it. Join a conversation with the Arts & Business Council Executive Director Jim Grace, for a workshop designed to align your strategy for legacy planning and what comes next.

Join us for an interactive ‘Lunch and Learn’ workshop designed to help current and aspiring board members navigate the legal essentials of good governance and compliance. You’ll learn about the most common legal issues board members face, including legal entity formation, liability, fiduciary duties, IP issues, gifts, and HR considerations. Through real-world examples and practical…

In this session covering generative AI in the arts, attorneys and staff from the Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts will present an overview of the current generative AI law landscape. Presenters will summarize the law on AI as interpreted by the U.S. Copyright Office and the federal courts today, and explain the arguments and positions…

Serving on a nonprofit board offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change, and organizations are seeking individuals like you to help them thrive. Ideal for professionals seeking the right organization, administrators looking to strengthen board management, and those onboarding new or prospective board members. This live, interactive workshop held via Zoom will help you…

Are you a leader of an existing nonprofit organization or interested in creating a new one? Do you have questions and concerns about incorporating and/or filing for tax-exempt status? All nonprofit start-ups are invited to attend this legal seminar for nonprofits, led by experienced attorneys specializing in nonprofit law. In this online classroom using Zoom,…

The internet is replete with legal information. Legal blogs, contract templates, statutes, cases and commentary, AI agents, etc. Why hire a lawyer when so many answers rest at your fingertips? Online resources can be helpful, but only if you can trust they’re legitimate. Another  drawback: they don’t always reflect specific legal needs or the unique…

Writing about your creative practice is necessary for everything from artist residencies and applications, exhibitions, websites, and LinkedIn profiles. Join Lennon Hernandez Wolcott, Artist and Arts Administrator, for a conversation that will support a greater sense of confidence to explore and represent your own ideas, understand your audience, and find just the right words to…

Join Michèle Barnett Berg to learn best practices for onboarding to a board. This lunch-and-learn session will help you understand what you are committing to, rule out assumptions, and learn what questions to ask. Great for both executive directors and new board members, this session makes Board Membership crystal clear: What’s the give, what’s the…