Alana Kushnir Presents on the Legal Duties of Art Consultants in Sydney

Image: Alana Kushnir presenting for members of the ACAA. Courtesy of Litsa Veldekis. 

Alana Kushnir delivered an exclusive legal talk for members of the Art Consulting Association of Australia (ACAA) in Sydney.

Coinciding with the week of Sydney Contemporary, her talk, The Fine Print of Fine Art: Legal Duties Every Art Consultant Should Know (but Might Prefer Not To), explored the fiduciary responsibilities of art advisors, the risks inherent in commission structures and conflicts of interest, and the expanding compliance requirements tied to anti-money laundering regulations. Real-world case studies as well as practical tips for protecting one’s practice and reputation were covered.

The event was hosted at Litsa Veldekis Gallery in Woollahra, a leading contemporary art gallery and advisory service which offers a dynamic platform for both established and emerging artists.

ACAA is a professional industry association for art consultants, operating nationally across Australia. It plays a central role in maintaining ethical, standards within the art industry, with the aim of strengthening the commercial aspects of art consulting. Alana’s presentation will provide a timely reflection on how legal duties shape, and at times complicate with, the commercial dimensions of art consultancy today. 

Guest Work Agency is a boutique art law and advisory firm based in Melbourne, but is international in reach. It is the first dedicated art law practice in Australia, working with artists, collectors, galleries, arts organisations, art fairs and art tech start-ups.

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