Legal Definitions - American Guild of Variety Artists

The American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA) is a labor union that represents performers in live entertainment such as nightclubs, cabarets, and theaters. AGVA regulates its members' contracts with agents through an agreement with the Artists' Representatives Association.

American Indian law, also known as Native American law, refers to the legal system that governs the relationship between Native American tribes and the United States government. This includes issues such as tribal sovereignty, land rights, and cultural preservation.

The American Inns of Court Foundation is an organization that promotes professionalism and ethics in the legal profession. It provides educational programs and networking opportunities for lawyers, judges, and law students. The foundation is also known as the Inn of Court.

The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) is a national bar association for lawyers who practice patent, trademark, copyright, trade-secret, and unfair-competition law. The association was formerly known as the American Patent Law Association. Law students who are interested in intellectual property law can also become members of AIPLA.

For example, if a company creates a new invention, they can hire a lawyer who is a member of AIPLA to help them obtain a patent for their invention. The lawyer can also help the company protect their trademark and copyright rights.