Our comprehensive legal service to the sports industry provides protection in key areas of dispute resolution, ranging from general (sports-related) contractual disputes, through to reputation protection and disciplinary and regulatory issues (see Sports Governance), as well as disputes involving Intellectual Property.
We can assist in all aspects of disputes involving sports-related contracts, from taking action to compel performance of a contract through to claiming damages for breach of contract. We have experience of appearing before domestic courts, domestic and international disciplinary hearings and tribunals, including Football Association and Premier League tribunals, FIFA’s Dispute Resolution Chamber and the Court of Arbitration for Sport, as well as in mediation and arbitration.
We’re proud to represent stars and managers from the FA Premiership, international rugby players, Formula One drivers and teams, first-rate athletes, top-ranking tennis players and world-class boxers. Our clients also include leading sports agencies and clubs and major international sponsors. We also represent merchandisers, clothing manufacturers and many others involved in the fast-growing world of commercial sport.
Our unparalleled experience of reputation protection issues enables us to advise both on the legal aspects of disputes involving sports contracts, and on any potential adverse publicity that may arise as a result of the dispute.
Our family team are also adept at advising on, preparing and enforcing post and pre-nuptial agreements.