California Lawyers for the Arts (CLA)

Lawyer referral service for artists, art organizations or persons with an art-related problem.

Description:

A lawyer referral service that refers artists and individuals with a need for art-related legal assistance to attorneys in California. Operates an Arts, Arbitration and Mediation Board. Conducts research in arts law. Provides information and education including seminars, courses and conferences. Maintains a reference library. Provides Bay Area artists with listings of affordable low-cost work spaces. Maintains a list of job openings in the arts. Publications are available for a fee. Additional offices are located in Sacramento and Santa Monica.

Location

Public Transit:

MUNI - 22 Fillmore, 28 Nineteenth Avenue, 30 Stockton.

Service Options

Accessibility Options:

Elevator
Ramp
Wheelchair

Services

Fees:

$20 for members; $35 for non-members. Vary according to income up to $30 for referral to lawyer and first half-hour consultation for individuals or nonprofit organizations. Additional fees to be negotiated. Membership fees vary according to status. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted.

Audience:

Artist, art organization, or anyone with an art-related legal problem, including musicians, writers, filmmakers, etc., as well as visual artists

Eligibility:

None

How to Apply:

Walk in, apply by phone or mail, or visit Web site.

Service Wait Estimate:

Varies depending on program and details of case.

Service Areas:

Alameda County
Contra Costa County
Marin County
San Francisco County
San Mateo County
Santa Clara County
Statewide