ArtWorks has announced its first Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Conference experience in Paris from Oct. 11-14, 2024. This immersive weekend aims to educate legal professionals on the intersection of art and law, with a particular focus on the crucial role of Intellectual Property (IP) in our global society.

Participants will embark on a unique journey that includes a tour of the Louvre Museum, exploring the convergence of art and intellectual property within one of the world’s most renowned museums. They will also delve into the legal complexities and historical significance of the Arc de Triomphe, and enjoy a boat tour along the Seine River, all while discussing global IP trends. A highlight of the weekend is the Inaugural Global IP Innovation Awards Ceremony planned to acknowledge the power of the Madrid Treaty benefiting the economic growth for countries that joined after the COVID-19 Pandemic.

ArtWorks aims to educate attorneys and other attendees on the economic and artistic value of Intellectual Property through a series of workshops, lectures, and IP art exhibit tours at the Louvre Museum. These sessions will highlight the intricate relationship between artistic expression and legal rights, featuring real-life stories of artists affected by copyright infringement.

The conference kicks off on Friday, Oct. 11, with a welcome reception, allowing attorneys, their guests, and other participants to unwind and immerse themselves in Paris. The evening includes a networking segment for legal professionals, an overview of the weekend’s activities, and an academic/CLE briefing.

Saturday, Oct. 12, will be dedicated to lectures at the Louvre, eligible for CLE credit. The sessions include Intellectual Property discussions from the Artist’s Perspective with Elliott Arkin, from an Attorney’s Perspective with Ghada Ghannam, and a Keynote lecture on Intellectual Property and International Law with Nzengha “Zen” Waseme, Esq. The day concludes with an awards ceremony honoring Madrid Treaty honorees including countries such as Jamaica, Dominica, Argentina, Pakistan, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago to name a few.

On Sunday, Oct. 13, participants will experience Paris from various angles.  They will enjoy a boat tour along the Seine and another module in the weekend’s Lecture and Q&A Series.  This one will take place at the Arc de Triomphe. The day will wrap up with a closing ceremony and brunch.

Monday, Oct.14, ArtWorks researched optional sites that attendees may visit: a museum and art crawl featuring locations such as Musée d’Orsay, and Musée du Quai Branly, and landmark tours including Versailles Palace, Sacre Coeur, and the Eiffel Tower.

This comprehensive conference includes CLE credit hours for Ethics and Professionalism, Skills & Application, Law and Practice Management, and Intellectual Property and International Law Areas of Professional Practice.  Law students may apply for academic credit through the ArtWorks Externship Program.

Registration options include the “ArtWorks in Paris — ALL IN” package for $1,897.00, which covers hotel, CLE, and lectures (installment plans are available, a $500 deposit and two additional payments of $698.50), and the “ArtWorks in Paris — SUMMIT ONLY” package for $1,197.00 (hotel not included, with an installment plan of $500 deposit and  two additional payments of $348.50).

Secure your spot for this enriching and transformative experience in the City of Lights.  For registration and more information, please visit http://www.ArtWorksinParis.com.

Live information sessions are scheduled where interested parties may learn more about the conference and ask any unanswered questions.  Check www.artworksinparis.com for dates and times.

About Nzengha “Zen” Waseme

Nzengha “Zen” Waseme, Esq. is the director of ArtWorks, a legal incubator and residency program that provides business development and legal services for lawyers and their clients. 

Waseme has served the legal community for more than a decade, managing a plethora of portfolios registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, the United States Copyright Office, and the World Intellectual Property Organization.
 
Pursuing her passion to support innovation throughout the world, she created a highly competitive international certification program consisting of a robust strategic model of Mentorship and Business Development.  Alumni hail from Jamaica, South Korea, Nigeria, Germany, Cambodia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, and other nations, thereby presenting opportunities to lawyers and entrepreneurs beyond the United States.

Prior to her work with ArtWorks Waseme served the creative community for more than 20 years as the Principal Attorney of DreamLawyers, empowering new and emerging businesses around the world with business and legal solutions for creatives, such as authors and singer/songwriters to scientists and fashion designers.  

Waseme is an award-winning attorney, having recently been recognized as a Woman of Power, for her international perspective on Intellectual Property, her work with the World Intellectual Property Organization, her support of the Trademark Monetization Act, and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.  She is an international speaker, global leader, and best-selling author, having multiple works published on the US Federal Registry, and as a commentator on the effect of international news aggregators on the United States Copyright Office roundtable discussions.  
 
In her capacity at ArtWorks, she trains law students in its IP Externship Clinic.  She also supervises Attorney Residents in the art of international client engagement so that creative individuals feel the freedom to express their talents in the world, knowing their ideas are protected and monetized. 

About Ghada Ghannam

Ghada Ghannam is a Resident Intellectual Property Attorney at ArtWorks, where she also plays a key role in managing the externship program. Specializing in intellectual property and asylum law, Ghannam is dedicated to both her professional practice and her commitment to justice. When she isn’t safeguarding intellectual property rights, she passionately represents asylum seekers facing deportation, demonstrating her unwavering support for marginalized communities.

Ghannam’s career is underscored by a prestigious two-year fellowship, in which she was chosen as one of twenty-eight graduates from top law schools across the United States, with a competitive acceptance rate of approximately 17%. She holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence from The University of Texas School of Law and a Master’s in Global Policy Studies from the LBJ School, with a concentration in International Trade and Finance. She is licensed to practice in Texas and New York.

Raised between Texas and Cairo, Ghannam integrates her diverse experiences into her creative endeavors. As an accomplished artist, she has designed book covers, zines, and comics, sharing her work on an art blog followed by over 6,000 enthusiasts. Her commitment to the arts extends to her volunteer work with Endless Editions, a publishing and curatorial initiative dedicated to artists’ books, riso printing, bookmaking, and design.

Ghannam aspires to empower artists worldwide, helping them navigate complex visa and immigration issues while ensuring their intellectual property rights are firmly protected. Her multifaceted career and artistic passion make her an invaluable advocate for both the legal and artistic communities.

About Elliott Arkin

Elliott Arkin is a world-renowned artist, designer, curator, and sculptor whose innovative work transcends the boundaries of high art and popular culture. Celebrated for his clever, satirical sculptures, Arkin masterfully critiques and pokes fun at a wide array of subjects, from artists, art dealers, and critics to politicians and religious figures. His talent extends into the realm of animation, contributing to renowned films such as Horton Hears a Who.

Arkin began his career in New York designing windows for the legendary director Gene Moore at Tiffany’s & Co. in the early 1980s. Moore was known for his ability to select young talents like Andy Warhol, James Rosenquist, and Jasper Johns for the storied flagship store at 57th and 5th Ave. Arkin also began sculpting for film and animation, which further influenced his early career.

Elliott Arkin first gained wide recognition in the contemporary art world in the late 1990s as the original cartoonist-in-residence, along with Nicole Eisenman, for what was the preeminent art website Artnet.com.

Arkin’s art has been showcased extensively across the US and Europe, earning him a place in the permanent collections of prestigious institutions, including the Louvre’s Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, the MAMAC museum in Nice, the New York Public Library, and the New York Historical Society.

A visionary who defies traditional artistic hierarchies, Arkin is also a dynamic entrepreneur. He founded Mister ArtSee, a pioneering mobile arts laboratory dedicated to advocating for arts education. His innovative platform is credited with the conception of the highly anticipated Broadway musical “Salvator Mundi the Musical!” and the provocative non de Guerre project Real Salvator Mundi.

About ArtWorks 

ArtWorks is dedicated to educating the world on the economic and artistic value of Intellectual Property. Through innovative training programs and immersive experiences, ArtWorks fosters a deeper understanding of how to protect and monetize creative endeavors.

For registration and more information, please visit https://artworksincubator.com.