6/20/11

WALA WEDNESDAY COFFEE TALK BEFORE YOUR DAY @ SILVERDOCS

WALA WEDNESDAY COFFEE TALK: Join us before hitting Silverdocs
Join DocsInProgress and WALA on June 22 at 8:30am before hitting Silverdocs for a FREE breakfast and lively discussion on the latest on policy and legal updates on net neutrality and broadband usage, an issue that will likely profoundly impact the film and television industry within the next five years. Featured speaker and discussion leader is WALA Board Member, Mark Brennan of Hogan Lovells. Location: DocsInProgress Documentary House 8700 First Avenue in Silver Spring, a few blocks walk from the AFI Theater.

About Docs In Progress
By developing, encouraging, and celebrating new and diverse voices in documentary film, Docs In Progress creates and fosters a supportive community for documentary filmmakers and connects them to the broader public. It does this by offering an array of educational, professional development, and screening programs aimed at aspiring and experienced documentary filmmakers and the broader community.Docs In Progress is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Silver Spring, Maryland.

6/15/11

“Why Do I Need A Lawyer?” Vol. I: Common Legal Issues for Writers & Visual Artists

Think U don't need a lawyer? Think again. Get tix to this fun highly informative WALA & Anacostia Community Museum event: http://ow.ly/5iFUg.

“Why Do I Need A Lawyer?” Vol. I: Common Legal Issues for Writers & Visual Artists

This insightful moderated panel discussion and Q&A session includes a brief presentation on common issues and pitfalls attorneys practicing entertainment and intellectual property law regularly see with their creative clients. Targeting writers and visual artists, this event can help you protect both you and your work. Bring your pads, pens, and plenty of questions for our legal experts. Co-Sponsored by Smithsonian Anacostia Museum.

Moderated by: Rachelle Browne, JD
Panelists include: Larry Frazier, JD; John Mason, JD; Ray Thomas, JD; and Jennifer Williston, JD

Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
1901 Fort Place, SE
June 21st
7pm-9pm

*this event is made possible in part through funding by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.