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Promotional graphic for a webinar titled “Legal Risk Assessment for Nonprofit Leaders.” Hosted by Forefront, tagline “Engaging for impact.” Event is scheduled for September 18, 12–1 PM CT, Virtual. The left side has a blue background with green and teal circles. The right side has a yellow background with a magnifying glass over a bar graph icon, next to the word RISK in bold black letters.

Legal Risk Assessment for Nonprofit Leaders

Thursday
September 18, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Promotional flyer for Lawyers for the Creative Arts’ Associate Board event titled Third Thursday Mixer. The background shows a group of young professionals gathered at a bar, laughing and holding drinks around a high table. The text reads: Third Thursday Mixer Thursday, September 18 6:00–8:00 PM The Graystone Tavern 3441 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 21+ Reserve free tickets at: law-arts.org Tickets close on 9/17

Associate Board: Third Thursdays

Thursday
September 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Digital graphic promoting an online event hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts and the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights. The left side of the image has a bright blue background with white text that reads: ICE Actions at Arts Venues Best practices in preserving your rights and safety with Fred Tsao, Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) September 18, 2025 3 PM CT On-line Register for FREE at law-arts.org starting Monday 9/15 The top left corner displays both organizations’ logos. The right side features a close-up photo of a U.S. visa page from a passport, symbolizing immigration topics.

Ice Actions at Arts Venues

Thursday
September 18, 2025
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Square promotional graphic for an online event hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts. On the left side, against a bright periwinkle blue background, the LCA logo appears at the top, followed by large white text reading “How to Unionize.” Beneath, in smaller light blue text: “with Natalie Robin, United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, IATSE.” Event details appear in white: “September 23, 12–1:30 PM CT, on Zoom.” At the bottom, smaller white text reads: “Register for FREE at law-arts.org.” On the right side, a diagonal split reveals a close-up photo of multiple hands of different skin tones stacked together in solidarity, some with brightly painted nails.

How to Unionize

Tuesday
September 23, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional flyer for a workshop titled “Compliance and Good Standing Assessment for Nonprofit Leaders” with Forefront. The event takes place on September 25 from 12–1 PM CT, virtually. Registration is free at law-arts.org. The design features the Forefront logo with the tagline “Engaging for impact” at the top. The left side has a blue background with white event text, and the right side shows a digital graphic of a glowing globe with icons connected in a network. The largest circle in the center contains the word “COMPLIANCE” in blue. Icons around the globe represent organizational elements such as leadership, settings/operations, data, and growth metrics. Green curved lines accent the border between text and imagery.

Compliance and Good Standing Assessment for Nonprofit Leaders

Thursday
September 25, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
A square promotional image for an upcoming virtual legal event hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts. The design is divided diagonally. The left half features a solid blue background with white and light blue text, while the right half shows a black background with white chalk outlines of puzzle pieces. Inside one puzzle piece, the word “RESOLUTION” is written in yellow chalk. Text on the left side reads: Creative Conflicts: Alternative Dispute Resolution for Artists with Weston Dombroski, Lawyers for the Creative Arts September 30 12–1:30 PM CT on Zoom At the bottom: Register for FREE at law-arts.org The LCA logo is in the upper-left corner. The image conveys a sense of problem-solving and creative conflict resolution.

Creative Conflicts: Alternative Dispute Resolution for Artists

Tuesday
September 30, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Event flyer for “Drag Law: Werk the Law,” presented by LCA’s Associate Board. The flyer has a colorful rainbow-gradient background. At the top, it reads: Drag Law: Werk the Law, Hosted by Coco Sho-Nell and Lúc Ami. Their photos appear in circular frames—Coco Sho-Nell with long neon green hair and Lúc Ami in a vibrant blue costume. Between them is an illustration of the scales of justice decorated with rainbow feathers. Event details: Date/Time: September 30, 6–8 PM Location: Charlie’s Chicago (3726 N. Broadway St) Admission: Free (registration required) Lawyers CLE Credit: $40 Extras: Pizza provided, $4 drinks (4–8 PM) Logos of Lawyers for the Creative Arts and Charlie’s are shown at the bottom.

Drag Law: Werk the Law

Presented by the Associate Board
Tuesday
September 30, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Graphic for a workshop hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts. The left side features a solid blue background with the LCA logo at the top. White text reads: “The Importance of Strategic Planning for Nonprofits with Cris Beilstein of Elevation Collaborative LLC” Below, event details are listed: October 8 12 PM CT Online At the bottom: “Register for FREE at law-arts.org”. The right side of the image shows a photograph of a wall covered with yellow sticky notes filled with handwritten notes, ideas, and reminders, emphasizing brainstorming and planning.

The Importance of Strategic Planning for Nonprofits

Wednesday
October 8, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
A group of people seated around a long white conference table in a sunlit room with large windows. One person is standing and presenting to the group, while others listen or take notes. The scene suggests a professional meeting, workshop, or team collaboration session.

Bill and Gale Rattner Nonprofit Start-up Workshop

Thursday
October 9, 2025
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Digital flyer for an event hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts, Illinois Financial Wellness Hub, Golden Egg, the Illinois Treasurer’s Office, and Chicago Public Library. The left side has a blue background with white text that reads: “Financial Wellness for Musicians with the Illinois Treasurer’s Office, Golden Egg & Lawyers for the Creative Arts October 14 6–7 PM CT In-Person & Online Register for FREE at law-arts.org.” Logos of the presenting organizations appear at the top left. The right side shows a photo of scattered U.S. dollar bills, a spiral notebook, and a black pen on a desk.

Financial Wellness for Musicians

Tuesday
October 14, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Promotional graphic for a webinar titled “Thriving Under Pressure: Shifting from Survival to Success” presented by Lawyers for the Creative Arts. Subtitle reads, “with Cris Beilstein of Elevation Collaborative LLC.” Event details: October 15, 12 PM CT, online. Registration link: “Register for FREE at law-arts.org.” The left half of the image has a bright blue background with white text. On the right, there is a close-up photo of a small plant with bright pink flowers growing out of a crack in gray pavement, symbolizing resilience and growth under pressure.

Thriving Under Pressure: Shifting from Survival to Success

Wednesday
October 15, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional graphic for “Copyright Registration Workshop” presented by Lawyers for the Creative Arts with Irwin IP LLP, now a part of Miller Johnson. The left side of the image has a blue background with white and orange text. The top left features the Lawyers for the Creative Arts logo in white. Large orange banner text reads: “COPYRIGHT REGISTRATION WORKSHOP.” Below, white text reads: “with Irwin IP LLP, now a part of Miller Johnson.” Event details are listed: “November 13, 10AM – 3PM CT, In-Person, Downtown Chicago.” An orange banner at the bottom reads: “Apply for Free at law-arts.org, Applications due on Nov 7th!” On the right side of the image is a photograph of a group of adults seated at a long conference table, using laptops and reviewing papers. A man in a suit stands in the background in front of a large screen displaying the words “Copyright Registration Clinic.” The room has a modern design with large windows and a high ceiling.

Legal Clinic: Copyright Registration Workshop

Apply by Nov 7th
Thursday
November 13, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Flyer for an online program hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts in collaboration with Don’t Delete Art and the National Coalition Against Censorship. The left side of the image features the text: "Tactics to Avoid Art Censorship Online" with Don’t Delete Art & National Coalition Against Censorship Date: November 20 Time: 12–1:30 PM CT Location: Online "Register for FREE at law-arts.org" appears along the bottom. The right side of the image shows a wooden artist mannequin holding one end of a yellow ethernet cable with an oversized connector. The background is a bright blue, and a cut cable is visible in the lower left corner, suggesting disruption or censorship of connectivity.

Tactics to Avoid Art Censorship Online

Thursday
November 20, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Square promotional graphic with a bright blue background and white text. At the top is the Lawyers for the Creative Arts logo. The event title reads: “Sexual Harassment Prevention & Bystander Intervention Training” with Law Office of Lori A. Goldstein, LLC Details below include: Dec 5 1–4 PM CT on Zoom Register for FREE at law-arts.org At the bottom of the graphic, a large orange banner with a white exclamation point icon highlights the message: “Fulfill your annual legal requirement in the City of Chicago!”

Sexual Harassment Prevention & Bystander Intervention Training

Friday
December 5, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Promotional graphic for Lawyers for the Creative Arts' 2025 Benefit Luncheon, themed "Fashion As You've Never Seen It," taking place December 11, 2025, at the Palmer House in Chicago.

2025 Annual Benefit Luncheon

Fashion as you've never seen it
Thursday
December 11, 2025
11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Past Seminars

Event graphic with a bright blue background on the left and a diagonal split to a pastel-colored background on the right, featuring torn strips of pink, white, and blue paper (the colors of the transgender pride flag) and a transgender symbol. At the top left are two logos: the Lawyers for the Creative Arts logo and the Legal Council for Health Justice logo. Large white and light blue text reads: "Know Your Rights: ID Documents & Healthcare Access for Trans & Nonbinary People" Smaller white text below: "with Legal Council for Health Justice" Event details: "July 8 12–1 PM CT on Zoom" At the bottom, white text reads: "Register for FREE at law-arts.org"

Know Your Rights: ID Documents and Healthcare Access for Trans and Nonbinary People

Tuesday
July 8, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Square promotional graphic for a legal clinic hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts and Seyfarth Shaw LLP. The event is titled “Legal Clinic: Sexual Harassment Prevention Policies.” A subtitle reads “with Seyfarth Shaw LLP.” An orange badge with a white exclamation point reads: “Fulfill your legal requirement for the City of Chicago!” Below the badge, event details are listed: “July 1, 1–4 PM in Downtown Chicago (by approved application only).” At the bottom, it says, “Apply for FREE by June 24 at law-arts.org.” The background is a vibrant blue, and logos for Lawyers for the Creative Arts and Seyfarth Shaw LLP appear at the top.

Legal Clinic: Sexual Harassment Prevention Policies

Apply by June 24th
Tuesday
July 1, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Promotional graphic for a virtual training session titled “Sexual Harassment Prevention & Bystander Intervention Training,” presented by Lawyers for the Creative Arts in collaboration with the Law Office of Lori A. Goldstein, LLC. The event is scheduled for June 27, from 1 to 4 PM CT, and will be held on Zoom. The image includes logos of community engagement partners: League of Chicago Theatres, Chicago Dancemakers Forum, Chicago Cultural Alliance, IFA Chicago, and Chicago Artists Coalition. A bold orange banner highlights the message: “Fulfill your annual legal requirement for the City of Chicago!” Registration is free at law-arts.org. The background features a blue and purple gradient with abstract curved lines.

Sexual Harassment Prevention & Bystander Intervention Training

Friday
June 27, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Dark purple promotional graphic for a Perkins Coie online event. White bold text reads: “Essential Strategies for Nonprofit Leaders Navigating Government Inquiries + CLE.” Below, additional details are listed: “June 26, 11 AM – 12 PM CT, Online.” “Register for FREE.” Top center displays the Perkins Coie logo with the tagline “Counsel to Great Companies.”

Essential Strategies for Nonprofit Leaders Navigating Government Inquiries (CLE)

Thursday
June 26, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Event graphic with a bright blue background on the left and a diagonal split to the right, revealing a collage of cut-out letters from magazines and newspapers scattered over printed text. At the top left is the Lawyers for the Creative Arts logo. Large white and light blue text reads: "Defamation: What Artists Should Know + CLE" Below, smaller white text lists the presenters: "with Lyndsey Wajert, Dentons Megan Meier, Meier Watkins Phillips Pusch" Event details in bold white text: "June 24 12–1:30 PM CT on Zoom" At the bottom, white text reads: "Register for FREE at law-arts.org"

Defamation: What Artists Should Know (CLE)

Tuesday
June 24, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional graphic for a legal clinic hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts and Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP titled “Legal Clinic: Bylaws.” The event will take place on June 10 from 11 AM to 3 PM CT, in-person in downtown Chicago. A bright orange banner encourages viewers to “APPLY by June 1 for the FREE clinic at law-arts.org.” The left side of the image features event details over a blue background, while the right side shows a photo of people in a modern conference room engaged in small group legal consultations, surrounded by laptops, papers, and coffee cups. Large windows in the background reveal downtown skyscrapers.

Legal Clinic: Bylaws Review with Katten

Apply by June 1st
Tuesday
June 10, 2025
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Event graphic with a bright blue background and colorful paper squares on the bottom right corner, each with a large black copyright symbol. At the top left is the Lawyers for the Creative Arts logo in white. Large white and light blue text reads: "Protecting Your Creativity: Intellectual Property for Artists" With smaller white text below: "with John T.D. Bathke, Phillips & Bathke, P.C." Event details: "June 4 12–1:30 PM CT on Zoom" At the bottom, white text reads: "Register for FREE at law-arts.org"

Protecting Your Creativity: Intellectual Property for Artists

Wednesday
June 4, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Event graphic with a pastel rainbow gradient background and white sparkles. At the top are two logos: on the left, the Lawyers for the Creative Arts logo in blue, and on the right, the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois logo in black and gold. Large blue text reads: "PAY EQUITY FOR ARTISTS (TAYLOR’S VERSION) + CLE." Below, in blue font: "Wednesday, May 28 12–1:30 PM CT on Zoom" At the bottom in smaller blue text: "Register for FREE at law-arts.org."

Pay Equity for Artists (Taylor’s Version)

Wednesday
May 28, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional graphic for the event “Planning for the Unexpected: Powers of Attorney & Living Will Declaration,” hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts in partnership with the Center for Disability and Elder Law. On the left, a solid blue background with the Lawyers for the Creative Arts logo at the top. Large white text reads: "Planning for the Unexpected: Powers of Attorney & Living Will Declaration" Below, in smaller white text: "with Center for Disability and Elder Law" Event details in white text: "May 15 12–1 PM CT on Zoom" At the bottom, in smaller white text: "Register for FREE at law-arts.org" On the right, a close-up image of a labeled tab in a file folder reading “POWERS OF ATTORNEY – HEALTH / PROPERTY,” with other partially visible legal document headings in the background.

Planning for the Unexpected:

Powers of Attorney & Living Will Declaration
Thursday
May 15, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Promotional graphic for a "Legal Clinic: Contract Review" hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts and Loeb & Loeb LLP. The clinic will take place on May 6 from 1–4 PM CT in-person in downtown Chicago. The graphic includes a bold orange banner with the clinic title in white text. Below, it states "Apply by April 25 for the FREE clinic at law-arts.org." The right side of the image features a photograph of a professional setting where lawyers and clients are seated around a long conference table, reviewing documents and having conversations. Laptops, water bottles, and notepads are visible on the table, conveying a collaborative legal environment.

Legal Clinic: Contract Review with Loeb & Loeb

Apply by April 25th
Tuesday
May 6, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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