Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts

Who We Are

WALA provides free legal assistance to individual artists or artist organizations. The services provided include review of negotiation contracts, incorporations, and legal advice on other related issues. It also conducts arts-related dispute resolution/mediation services. WALA defines “artists” and “arts” very broadly, to include writers, web designers, and other activities involving innovative design and creation.

WALA holds a legal clinic for creative artists, non-profit organizations, small inventors and entrepreneurs, scholars, traditional communities, and others who otherwise would not have access to high-quality intellectual property law and business development services.  The clinic is held roughly twice a month, and registration is required.  Please visit the WALA website for clinic dates and to register.

Who We Serve

Area(s): Statewide

Language(s) Spoken

• Spanish / Español

Cirumstances and languages in which interpreters are provided

If needed. We are affiliated with a large law firm, so we can usually provide services for languages other than English, including but not limited to Spanish.

Is this organization accessible by wheelchair?: Yes

Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired?: Yes

General Contact Information

Address

Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts

1629 K Street, NW Suite 300 (map)

Washington, DC 20006

Phone

(202) 289-4440 (but we prefer e-mail interaction)

Website

http://www.waladc.org

Email

legalservices@waladc.org