Copyright, Trademarks, and Patents with MDVLA

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (MDVLA) presents a workshop for artists on the fundamentals of intellectual property law. The session will cover what copyrights, trademarks, and patents protect—and what they do not—as well as ownership rights and ways to prevent or respond to infringement.

The workshop is designed to address practical questions artists may encounter, including sharing copyright with a co-author on song lyrics, whether a clothing design can be patented, and whether registering a trademark for a logo is appropriate.

When: November 2, 2026

Showtimes: 6–7 PM

Venue: MICA, Brown Center 320

Address: 1301 W Mount Royal Ave

Presented by: Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts

Topics: Copyright, trademark, and patent basics; intellectual property ownership; infringement prevention and response; and questions specific to artists’ work

Tickets: Price not available