VLA offers a variety of programs and workshops, which are listed below. We also offer a selection of on-demand, online recordings of previously held education programs for those unable to attend or want a refresher. Click here to access and view these presentations.

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    2023 Awards and Gala

    HONORING LEGAL CHAMPIONS of the ARTS Pilar Ramos Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary TelevisaUnivision, Inc. Jay Dubiner Chief Legal Officer Authentic Brands

  • 2024 Awards and Gala

    Photography by Michael Ostuni Images HONORING LEGAL CHAMPIONS of the ARTS Clara Kim Chief Legal and Business Affairs Officer American Society of Composers, Authors and

  • 2025 Awards and Gala

    Tribeca360 10 Desbrosses St, New York, NY, United States

    Photography by Michael Ostuni Images Special thanks to artist Mike Filan. Artwork: “ Quiet Elegance .....Enamel,” 2019, enamel on canvas, 60 x 70 in. HONORING

  • Music Licensing for Film and Television (CLE)

    Register Here Get a better understanding of how to license music for television programs and film. CLE materials to be provided. Continuing Legal Education: This

  • 2026 Awards and Gala

    Tribeca360 10 Desbrosses St, New York, NY, United States

    HONORING LEGAL CHAMPIONS of the ARTS Waleed Diab Global Head of Recorded Music Business Development YouTube Makan Delrahim Chief Legal Officer Paramount Antonious Porch General

  • Film & TV Contract Basics (CLE)

    Register Here Learn to protect your artistic endeavors by mastering contracts! Contracts can be long, and sometimes daunting, documents to wade through. However, they are

  • Legal Essentials for Fashion Designers

    Register Here Law touches all areas of fashion: from cheer uniforms to the signature red soles of designer heels. Whether you are designing your first

  • Legal Issues in Comedy

    Register Here Understand the legal framework that supports and safeguards your career in comedy. Overview: Comedians should know the common legal issues that affect their

  • Fundamentals of NFTs for the Arts

    Register Here In this presentation for artists and attorneys, learn about the legal fundamentals of NFTs for the arts! In this session, the instructor will

  • Summer Networking Night at Kirkland & Ellis

    Kirkland & Ellis 601 Lexington Ave, New York, NY, United States

    REGISTER HERE Network with arts and entertainment attorneys, and learn more about volunteering with VLA! Join VLA's Associate Board for a networking reception at Kirkland & Ellis

  • Right of Publicity

    Register Here Overview: This class is a primer on the right of publicity in New York, the legal framework granting individuals rights to the use

  • Legal Issues in Music

    Register Here Overview: Learn how to protect your work and succeed on your music endeavors! This course provides valuable information for musicians covering everything from what

  • Patent Basics

    Register Here Overview: Calling all inventors! This class will provide an overview of the patent application process, also referred to as patent prosecution. We will discuss

  • Is it Fair? A Guide to Fair Use in Art (CLE)

    Virtual Event

    Register Here Overview: Are you an artist wondering if and when you can incorporate copyrighted material into your artwork? There are certain circumstances where the