Name: Contracts, Copyrights + LLCs: A Freelancers’ Roundtable
Start: 2026-03-24T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-24T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Maine Center (The Living Room)

$Contracts, Copyrights + LLCs: A Freelancers\u2019 Roundtable$

Join AIGA Maine in Portland for a Freelancers’ Roundtable on legal essentials!
About this Event

Freelancing comes with freedom, flexibility, and a long list of legal questions that rarely get answered in design school. This Freelancers’ Roundtable is focused on the legal fundamentals every independent creative should understand, whether you are just getting started or have been freelancing for years.

We’ll kick off the evening with short presentations from legal professionals, followed by guided roundtable discussions where you can ask questions, share experiences, and learn from peers facing similar challenges.

What to Expect:

⚖️ A relaxed, informal discussion with fellow freelancers
🧠 Real-world guidance on contracts, copyrights, trademarks, and business structure
💬 Small-group roundtable discussions to ask questions and share experiences
🍻 Light refreshments and plenty of networking

Who Should Attend?

Established freelancers looking to protect their work and business
New freelancers seeking clarity around legal basics
Freelance-curious creatives who want to understand the legal side before jumping in
Small business owners who hire or collaborate with freelancers
🎉 Free for AIGA Maine members!

Presenters:

, Attorney, OptiCliff Law
Representatives from the , sharing information about their free legal and business services available to freelancers and small businesses

Format:

30 minutes of short presentations
60 minutes of facilitated roundtable discussion and Q&A

This event is designed to be approachable, practical, and conversational. You do not need prior legal knowledge to attend, just real-world questions and curiosity.

Come ready to chat, learn, and connect! Space is limited, so RSVP soon.

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The Fine Print:

📜 Code of Conduct: By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the AIGA Code of Conduct, which outlines our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.

📸 Photography & Media Release: Photos and/or video may be taken at this event and shared on AIGA Maine’s website, social media channels, or other communications. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of the AIGA Maine team know when you arrive.