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GDEX 2025 – Midwest's Premier Gaming & Game Development Expo | Columbus, Ohio | GDEX

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Sep 7

I'm loving CIGS!!! It's so amazing to (re)connect with so many awesome folks in Chicago's game dev scene!!! To the organizers @indiecitygames.org from all of us: THANK YOU AND WELL DONE!!! Can't wait for #CIGS2026

#CIGS2025 #gamedev #indiegamedev #indiegames

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Sep 6

This is a big weekend for game development (and game law) in the Midwest! I'm on my way home from GDEX in Columbus to my native Chicago for the Chicago Indie Game Showcase organized by @indiecitygames.org!!!

#CIGS2025 #GDEX2025 #CorgsCon #gamedev #indiegamedev #indiegames #columbusohio #gamingexpo

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Sep 5

I'm in Columbus Ohio for GDEX Corgscon. TODAY I'm giving a lecture on censorship and free speech in games, specifically, ADULT GAMES. Check it out at 1pm!

#GDEX2025 #CORGSCON #GameDev #IndieGames #Wellness #GameEducation #RetailGaming #GameDesign #columbusevents

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GDEX is a weekend celebration of all things video games. Gamers, developers, artists, and more have come together in Columbus, Ohio every year for over a decade to celebrate the GDEX Video Game Expo. ...

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Sep 2

This Thursday & Friday I'll be in Columbus, Ohio for GDEX Corgscon! I'll be presenting 2 lectures no 2025 video game law issues like censorship in adult games. Reach out to me ahead of time if you'd like to connect while I'm in town! Can't wait!

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The Chicago Indie Game Showcase is coming back on 9/6! Loading Law is thrilled to be one of the sponsors of this amazing event. Reach out to me if you're attending and would like to connect there!...

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Aug 25

Can't wait for the Chicago Indie Game Showcase, organized by @indiecitygames.org! See you all there!

The Chicago Indie Game Showcase is coming back on 9/6! Loading Law is thrilled to be one of the sponsors of this amazing event. Reach out to me if you're attending and would like to connect there!

I'm very proud to be sponsoring and speaking at GDEX 2025 in Columbus Ohio September 4-5! | Ross A. Hersemann

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Aug 18

I'm very proud to be sponsoring and speaking at GDEX 2025 in Columbus Ohio September 4-5! I'll be presenting “Business & Legal Strategies for Creative Freelancers: 2025 Edition!” on Dev Day (Sept 4t...

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · May 6

Public Speaking Announcement! This Friday, I'll be joining some colleagues… | Ross A. Hersemann

Public Speaking Announcement! This Friday, I'll be joining some colleagues from DePaul to discuss: AI in the Arts: Ownership, Ethics, & Artistic Control. It should be a lively debate! If you&...

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · May 1

Happy Law Day Everyone!

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Apr 11

I'll be walking the #C2E2 floor this weekend on Saturday. If you're around, message me if you'd like connect and catch up!

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Apr 8

See you this weekend at C2E2 and on May 9th at DePaul!
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2 big announcements this week! I'll be making the rounds at C2E2 this Saturday. If you'll be attending DM me so we can connect on the show floor. I'm also very excited to announce that ...

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Mar 28

Why did anyone* do the Macarena?

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Mar 21

Last day at the @officialgdc.bsky.social! I've got a few more amazing people to connect on the show floor with before I leave but I think I'm ready to get back to sweet Chicago! If I missed seeing you in person this week feel free to DM me!

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Mar 20

Day 4 at GDC is off to a great start! It's a beautiful morning for reconnecting with students/friends/clients in the Yerba Buena gardens before walking the show floor. I love my job!

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Mar 18

It was great reconnecting with so many amazing attorneys at the VGBA Breakfast. I can't believe my last GDC was in 2019. it's been too long. This one is off to an amazing start!

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Mar 17

It begins!!! Another Game Developers Conference is here! I'm caffeinated and ready to talk games, law, and how self driving cars freak me out!

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Mar 16

On my way to GDC in San Francisco! As is tradition, I most say goodbye to my favorite airport dinosaur for good luck.

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Mar 14

I'll be at @officialgdc.bsky.social in San Francisco next week! If you'd like to connect to talk about law, games, or just to catch up with me, DM me or use the link to grab a spot on my calendar!

Legal Basics for Video Game Developers - Lawyers for the Creative Arts

Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Feb 21

Shout out to Lawyers for the Creative Arts, a fantastic nonprofit in Chicago that offers pro bono legal services and educational resources for creators and the arts.

I joined LCA's Associate Board this year and gave a lecture on video game law this week. Check it out!

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The world of video game development is complex, and so are the legal principles you need to navigate as you create your work. Join us for an educational

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Feb 18

My talk with Lawyers for the Creative Arts is tomorrow at 12pm CST! I'm speaking on legal topics in video games like copyright, trademark, contracts, and business law! If you're a creator with legal questions about your business or just someone who loves video games I hope you'll tune in!

Legal Basics for Video Game Developers - Lawyers for the Creative Arts

The world of video game development is complex, and so are the legal principles you need to navigate as you create your work. Join us for an educational

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Feb 14

This post is cheesy. Happy Valentine's Day!

Legal Basics for Video Game Developers - Lawyers for the Creative Arts

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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · Feb 10

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Ross A. Hersemann @loadinglaw.com · Feb 10

Next week I'll be partnering with Lawyers for the Creative Arts to speak on legal topics in video games like copyright, trademark, contracts, and business law! If you're a creator with legal questions about your business or just someone who loves video games I hope you'll tune in!

The world of video game development is complex, and so are the legal principles you need to navigate as you create your work. Join us for an educational

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