Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts – Upcoming Workshops

Essential Tax Knowledge for Artists and Freelancers Monday, February 11, 6:30-8:30 PM Rus Garofalo, owner of Brass Taxes, will guide you through the tax maze and offer suggestions that could save you money and a lot of aggravation.

Collecting Sales Tax Monday, March 4, 6:30-8:30 PM Does sales tax make you cringe? Accountant Branko Marusic, BDO, will make this subject less daunting by covering all the basics, including guidance on the recent Supreme Court decision that gave states the authority to require online retailers to collect sales tax—even if the business does not have a physical presence in the state.

Ask an Entertainment Lawyer Monday, March 11, 6:30-8:30 PM Join a panel of experienced entertainment attorneys, including Eric F. Kayira, Kayira Law; Peter W Salsich III, Capes Sokol, Benjamin Siders, Lewis Rice, for a lively open discussion of legal and business issues.

Anatomy of a Contract Monday, March 18. 6:30-8:30 PM Although many of us prefer to conduct our business on a handshake, vague verbal agreements can result in ugly mis­understandings. In addition to covering contract basics, this interactive session will help you sharpen your negotiation skills. Instructors: Attorney Mason McBride and Actor Michelle Hand

Business Edge workshops are held at at The Stage at KDHX, 3524 Washington Avenue in Grand Center. Metered street parking (and free parking along Samuel Shepard Drive).

Register at least 24 hours in advance and pay $10Tuition is $15 at the door. Can’t afford to pay? Please contact us to request a scholarship.

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