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Upcoming Seminars

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

Promotional graphic for "Music Law 101," presented by the Lawyers for the Creative Arts Associate Board. The design features a glowing purple background with white starburst accents and stylized white text. Event details: Date/Time: April 24, 2025, 5–7 PM Location: Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP, 330 N Wabash, Floor 16, Chicago Panelists: Mark McLaughlin, Melody S. Baglione, Odell Mitchell III Activities: Happy Hour · Panel Discussion · CLE Age Restriction: 21+ Text at the bottom right: “Register for FREE” followed by a QR code.

Music Law 101 (CLE)

Thursday
April 24, 2025
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Promotional graphic for the event “ADA & Workplace Accommodations,” hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts. On the left, a solid blue background with the Lawyers for the Creative Arts logo at the top. Large white text reads: "ADA & Workplace Accommodations" Below, smaller white text says: "with Ashleigh Stochel, Norton Rose Fulbright" Event details in white text: "April 22 12–1:30 PM CT on Zoom" At the bottom, in smaller white text: "Register for FREE at law-arts.org" On the right, a photograph of a document with the bold heading “ADA” and the words “Americans with Disabilities Act,” partially visible. A curved blue graphic overlays part of the photo.

ADA and Workplace Accommodations

Tuesday
April 22, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional graphic for a workshop titled “Creating Your Employee Onboarding Experience,” presented by Lawyers for the Creative Arts with Barbara Blake from Business Volunteer for the Arts. The event will take place in person in Chicago on April 8 from 9:30 to 11 AM CT. Registration is free at law-arts.org. The design features a bold blue background with white text and a visual of one red wooden figure standing out among a group of white wooden figures, symbolizing individuality or new employee integration.

Creating Your Employee On-Boarding Experience

Tuesday
April 8, 2025
9:30 am - 11:00 am
Promotional image for an online event titled "Social Media & Art Censorship," presented by Lawyers for the Creative Arts with Saper Law and Don’t Delete Art, National Coalition Against Censorship. The event takes place on April 3 from 12–1:30 PM CT and is free to attend by registering at law-arts.org. The left side features text on a solid blue background with the LCA logo. The right side features a classical painting of nude and partially clothed figures, partially covered with gold censor stars to represent censorship. The design emphasizes the tension between artistic expression and social media regulation.

Social Media & Art Censorship

Thursday
April 3, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional graphic for an online program titled “Content & Compliance: Legal Basics for Influencers,” hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts. The program features Lisa Wiznitzer of Loeb & Loeb and will take place on March 18 from 12:00 to 1:30 PM Central Time via Zoom. On the right side of the image is a 3D digital illustration of a smartphone with a floating speech bubble notification containing two red heart icons, symbolizing social media engagement. Event registration is free at law-arts.org. The background is a split screen with vibrant blue and light blue tones.

Legal Basics for Influencers:

Content & Compliance
Tuesday
March 18, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional graphic for an online legal workshop titled “The Ins & Outs of Commercial Landlord-Tenant Law” presented by Lawyers for the Creative Arts. The session is led by Neva Wagner of Perkins Coie LLP and takes place March 12 from 12:00 to 1:30 PM Central Time. The event is free and held online. The design features a blue background with white text and an image of two silver keys on a keyring with a blue tag, resting on a light textured surface. Registration available at law-arts.org.

Ins & Outs of Commercial Landlord-Tenant Law

Wednesday
March 12, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional graphic for an online legal program titled “Lobbying & Political Activity as a Nonprofit,” hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts in partnership with Arts Alliance of Illinois, Forefront, and Steptoe LLP. The event will take place on March 11 from 12:00 to 1:30 PM Central Time via Zoom. The left half of the graphic features text over a bright blue background, while the bottom right shows a photograph of the U.S. Capitol building under a clear sky. Registration is free at law-arts.org.

Lobbying and Political Activity as a Nonprofit

Tuesday
March 11, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Promotional graphic for a legal rights webinar co-hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts and Legal Council for Health Justice. Title reads: “Know Your Rights: ID Documents & Healthcare Access for Trans & Nonbinary People.” The event takes place March 4, from 12–1 PM CT, and is online. A note at the bottom reads: “Register for FREE at law-arts.org.” The right side of the graphic shows layered torn paper in pastel blue, pink, and white—colors of the transgender pride flag—along with a transgender symbol. Logos for both partner organizations appear at the top.

Know Your Rights:

ID Documents and Healthcare Access for Trans and Nonbinary People
Tuesday
March 4, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Purple promotional graphic for a nonprofit webinar presented by Perkins Coie. The title reads: “Non-Profits in the Crosshairs: Essential Strategies for Nonprofit Leaders Navigating a New Era of Scrutiny.” The event is scheduled for February 27, from 12–1 PM CT, and will be held online. The image also includes the Perkins Coie logo and tagline, “Counsel to Great Companies.” Text at the bottom reads: “Register for FREE.”

Non-Profits in the Crosshairs:

Essential Strategies for Nonprofit Leaders Navigating a New Era of Scrutiny
Thursday
February 27, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Promotional graphic for an online legal event titled “Tattoos & Copyright,” hosted by Lawyers for the Creative Arts. The session is led by Jen Nacht of Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd, and will take place on February 26 from 12:00 to 1:30 PM Central Time via Zoom. The image features a blue background with white text on the left and a photo on the right of a tattoo artist’s gloved hands working on a colorful tattoo. Registration is free at law-arts.org.

Tattoos & Copyright

Wednesday
February 26, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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