By Daily Press staff
Need legal advice but can’t afford expensive attorney costs? Three workshops will be held in downtown Santa Monica over the next three months to answer basic questions on everything from copyright law to rental issues.
The workshops will be held Wednesdays from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and are led by experienced attorneys and other knowledgeable professionals.
The cost is $20, or $10 for California Lawyers for the Arts members and Santa Monica residents. The workshops will be held at the Ken Edwards Center, 1527 Fourth St. Workshops sell out, so reserve early. For reservations, call California Lawyers for the Arts at (310) 998-5590 Here’s a line-up of the workshops: Nov. 2: Copyright, trademark, basics for music, film and literary An attorney will provide an overview of copyrights and trademarks and answer questions about basic agreements and how to protect yourself.
Nov. 16: Landlord/tenant issues for artists and entertainers Know your rights. An experienced attorney will discuss the ins and outs of a rental agreement, including a landlord’s obligations, tenant options, security deposits, resolution disputes, etc.
Dec. 15: What every photographer needs to know about the law An experienced attorney will discuss the legalities concerning photographic images, including ownership, reproduction, copyright and electronic manipulation. Listen to those who have made it
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on October 27, 2005. Read the original PDF.