VLA Calendar > May

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Monday, April 4, 2011

New Volunteer Attorney Orientation

When: Monday, April 4, 2011, 6 - 7pm
Where: VLA Auditorium, 1 East 53rd Street, NY, NY 10022

To volunteer at our clinics or take a case from our case list, VLA requires that attorneys attend a short orientation. At the orientation, important information about VLA's programs, requirements for volunteers and our administrative procedures will be covered.
You MUST RSVP prior to attending an orientation session.  
 
More info here or download registration form

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Nonprofit Incorporation and Tax Exemption Workshop

When: Tuesday, March 8, 2011, 1 - 4 pm
Where: VLA Auditorium, 1 East 53rd Street, NY, NY 10022

This workshop provides valuable information about starting a nonprofit organization. State issues to be covered include articles of incorporation, bylaws, and the first organization meeting. Federal issues include the Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) and corresponding regulations, application for employer identification number, IRS disclosure rules, unrelated business taxable income, charitable contributions, and restrictions on lobbying. This workshop will also touch on the legal and ethical duties for board members; donor requirements; the new Form 990; intellectual property issues specific to nonprofit tax-exempt organizations; insurance; and employment issues.

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Thursday, May 26, 2011

Understanding the Intellectual Property License:
Fashion, Arts, Entertainment & Sports

When: Thursday, May 26, 2011, 10am - 5pm
Where: TBD

VLA is pleased to announce a new course about the legal and business aspects of licensing intellectual property in fashion, arts, entertainment and sports. Licensing offers valuable economic and strategic opportunities. Virtually every creator as well as arts and cultural organization today is faced with licensing opportunities both as the owner (licensor) and potential licensee of intellectual property. Understanding licensing has never been more important for these individuals, organizations and their counsel. This workshop will give an overview of, and tips for, negotiating and drafting effective license agreements to address the common concerns and meet the goals of both licensors and licensees. Various issues arising out of contractual arrangements will be addressed from the perspective of both parties. Our panels will be structured around the types of assets being licensed (trademarks, copyrights, etc) and will focus on the type of clients/ arts businesses who typically license these assets.

More info here or download registration form