Legal Services for the Creative Community
Since 1983, Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts has supported artistic expression and creative innovation by serving the legal needs of the Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland arts and cultural communities. A 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, WALA provides access to education, advocacy, and legal services through workshops and seminars, legal clinics, and pro bono legal referral services.
Roya Bahrami
Featured Artist
Roya Bahrami (Music Director, Composer, Arranger, Lyricist, Santurist, and Vocalist) is a native of Iran who immigrated to the U.S. as a teenager and has spent most of her life in Washington DC, a...Read More
Angel Nwachukwu
Featured Attorney
Angel Nwachukwu is a media and entertainment attorney with a dynamic career spanning several key roles in the industry. Currently, she works at NPR, where she plays a pivotal role in negotiating deals for...Read More
Latest News
WALA Board Member Samantha Levin to present “Copyright Essentials: Copyright 101,” on Wednesday, July 15
The U.S. Copyright Office invites you to register to attend the upcoming online webinar, “Copyright Essentials: Copyright 101,” on Wednesday,...
Tickets available for Art in Action Fundraiser - November 7
Join us for an unforgettable evening where creativity comes to life before your eyes. At Art in Action, renowned artists...
WALA Teams up with Spotify and Loeb & Loeb LLP for Free Legal Clinic for Artists
Join us for the Free Legal Clinic for Artists!Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1:00 to 3:00 PM easternGet free legal advice for Artists in...