In this episode I welcome Leah Weinberg of Weinberg Legal. We discuss Leah’s dynamic career journey from being a lawyer to a wedding planner and back to a lawyer serving the events community. The episode dives into the risks of using AI for drafting legal contracts, clients using AI to threaten vendor lawsuits, and essential legal protections for event professionals. Leah shares key contract provisions and advice on maintaining smart legal practices in the event planning industry. The conversation wraps up with practical tips on setting up business entities, updating contracts, and ensuring website compliance. Enjoy!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:35 The Impact of AI on Legal Contracts
02:51 AI and Client Disputes
05:15 Choosing the Right Lawyer for Event Professionals
06:56 Leah Weinberg’s Career Journey
10:49 Essential Contract Provisions Post-COVID
13:58 Handling Legal Issues and Client Defaults
16:36 Silent Clients and Termination Clauses
17:48 Setting Expectations with Contracts
19:28 Legal Entities and Asset Protection
22:56 Handling Rising Costs and Tariffs
26:15 Governing Law for International Events
27:42 Website Legal Requirements
31:55 Conclusion and Contact Information
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