Welcome to Lawyers for the Creative Arts (LCA)—where legal professionals and creative communities come together to build a stronger arts ecosystem. We invite you to join our network of dedicated volunteer attorneys and make a meaningful impact by supporting artists and arts organizations in need of legal guidance. More Than Just Intellectual Property While many assume LCA handles only intellectual property matters, our work spans a broad spectrum of legal issues. Our clients—artists, arts nonprofits, and emerging entertainment professionals—often operate as small businesses. To thrive creatively and professionally, they need solid legal foundations. That’s where you come in. We assist clients with: Business formation and governance Contracts and negotiations Intellectual property protection for visual art, music, literature, film, design, and more Disputes and litigation Mediation services through our Patricia Felch Arts Mediation Service We also occasionally provide help in areas like employment, estate planning, immigration, tax law, and more. Powered by Volunteers Like You With a small core staff, LCA relies on hundreds of generous attorneys who donate their time and expertise. Each year, this volunteer network helps thousands of clients across Illinois navigate legal challenges that impact their creative careers. Volunteers enjoy: Engaging, often novel legal matters Opportunities to work closely with creative professionals The satisfaction of giving back to the arts community Get Involved Whether you’re a seasoned litigator, transactional expert, or specialist in another area of law, your skills are valuable to our clients. Most matters range from 5 to 25 hours of commitment, and we offer a variety of case types and complexity levels. Ready to get started? Read our Volunteer FAQ Complete our Volunteer Registration Form Receive regular pro bono case lists Join us in supporting the arts through impactful legal service. We look forward to welcoming you to our volunteer community. Volunteer Registration Donate
