Those attending the 2016 Wisconsin State Music Conference are cordially invited for a lively, interactive discussion about copyright and fair use in the schools. This nuts-and-bolts session will delivera clear, understandable overview ofcopyright fundamentals. When is a license required and when is it not?Learn the rules for using music in theclassroom, in concert, in the […]

The Annual SEA Conference is geared towards emerging visual, performing, literary, and media artists. Activities include keynote presentations, artist-led sessions, panel discussions, one-on-one mentoring sessions, round table discussions, and workshops.  There are also performances, a juried college art competition, improved idea pitch competition for artists, and late night activity rooms.  For educators, there are also […]

This program will provide estate planning professionals with fundamental tools for identifying a client’s copyright assets; for distinguishing between copyrights and copies as distinct assets of the estate; for understanding the various methods and requirements for transfer of copyright ownership; and for appreciating the copyright termination right as a vitally important consideration in the estate […]

Madison Media Professionals presents the 2017 WAVE Awards for web and audio-visual excellence. Russell Law is pleased to be a Silver Sponsor of the event.  

This session will be included as part of the State Bar of Wisconsin's 68th Annual Tax School.  We will discuss: Identifying a client’s copyright assets Distinguishing between copyrights and copies as distinct assets of the estate Methods and requirements for transfer of copyright ownership The copyright termination right: unintended consequences of lifetime transfers The copyright […]

Elizabeth will deliver the Middleton Chamber of Commerce's Economic Development briefing this month. Our discussion will take stock of data privacy and security obligations, particularly the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Most US companies will need to comply with the GDPR, and the May, 2018 deadline is looming. The briefing will also address […]

Elizabeth will be on-site presenting sessions and participating in panels, at the 18th Annual Self-Employment in the Arts Conference, later this month.

Photographers don't have to be lawyers. But lawyers who represent photographers need to understand copyright. And many do not. This presentation will provide photographers with bullet points for discussion with their estate planning professionals. We'll keep it as clear and conversational as possible, so don't stay home because you think it will be too technical […]

For people who want to make their living in the music industry, there's a a towering to-do list and an overwhelming amount to learn. This session, which will be delivered twice at the 2018 Between The Waves Conference And Festival, will help separate your legal to-do list into two sections: stuff you should learn (over […]