What is Art Law?

Working as an artist or in the field of art can implicate many different areas to the law. Rich’s expertise is in drafting and reviewing contracts, as well as organizing and running a small business. Rich has represented many different types of artists (including musicians). Richard has been a paid speaker at the Kennedy Center for the VSA Emerging Young Artists Program where he spoke to young visual artists and musicians about how the law affects their careers as artists.

Here are a few situations Rich can help you with.

Starting your own business as an artist or in the field of Arts

Richard has experience helping working artists and organizations in the arts conduct business. He knows how to structure your business to give you the best chance of success. Rich can tell you what business licenses you need, when and how much sales tax you need to collect, how to do business in the District of Columbia or how to do business across state lines from the District of Columbia.

Drafting or Reviewing Contracts

Running a business or working as artists requires using contracts. Richard has a profound understanding of the laws which govern the sales of goods and services in the District of Columbia. He can review contracts you have already signed to see if there a justifiable way for you to exit them, or write you new contracts to ensure you are fairly compensated for your time and efforts.