Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the legal rights of artists across the state. Specializing in providing accessible legal support to the artistic community, it stands out through its commitment to offering pro bono services and empowering creators with the knowledge and resources needed to safeguard their work.
Leveraging a professionally trained network of volunteer attorneys, the organization takes a holistic approach to serving Maryland’s artists by combining direct legal assistance with educational outreach. It focuses on helping individual artists, arts organizations, and creative entrepreneurs who require guidance on legal matters but lack the financial means to secure traditional representation.
Services Offered
- Pro bono legal referrals
- Legal consultations
- Art Law Clinics
- Lectures and seminars on art law
- Educational materials on legal rights for artists
- Copyright guidance
- Contract review and advice
- Creative business legal support
- Pro Bono Patent Program
Services are specifically tailored for artists and creative professionals residing or working in Maryland, with regular Art Law Clinics held in Baltimore and other locations throughout the state. The organization also offers resources in English, ensuring broad accessibility for the local arts community.
