Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts

Have you heard about B Corp Certification and want to learn more? Join MdVLA and the Maryland State Arts Council for a deep dive into the significance of B Corporation certification for creatives. B Corp Certification is a certification process for for-profit businesses to publicly demonstrate their responsible business practices. We will learn about the standards for certification, the benefits it offers, and the steps to navigate the application process. Whether you're a freelancer or a small business, this lecture will provide valuable insights on how to align your work with B Corp principles. Registration link here.

Are you interested in shaping the future of your creative works? Join MdVLA and the Maryland State Arts Council for a lecture on the basics of estate planning for artists and creatives. Estate planning in the arts focuses on the present and future plan for physical works (e.g., paintings, plays, compositions, etc.) as well as the physical works’ intellectual property rights. By understanding the power of estate planning, you can influence how your work exists now and beyond your lifetime. Join if you’ve wondered how to draft a will, whether you should establish a trust, who should be involved when planning for the future, or if you have any other questions specific to your work.

Registration link will be available soon.

Join MdVLA and the Maryland State Arts Council for a deep dive into opportunities and strategies for artists to incorporate planned giving into their financial and philanthropic strategies. We will consider various giving options, including bequests, charitable trusts, and donor-advised funds, as well as the tax benefits and long-term impacts of these contributions. We’ll also review legal implications for an arts organization that is accepting planned gifts. Join if you are interested in creating a legacy that supports your artistic vision.

Registration link will be available soon.