Artist Lab: How to Speak with a Lawyer

What should you say, and ask, when speaking with a lawyer? For creative professionals, engaging legal help can be both empowering and intimidating. In this session, attorney and Counsel for Creators co-founder Chuong Bui shares practical strategies for how to communicate effectively with legal professionals at every stage of the relationship. From the first consultation (what to ask, what to clarify, and how to assess fit) to working together long-term, this session will explore how to align on goals, set clear expectations around deadlines and billing, and build a collaborative dynamic that supports your creative work.