Our sports lawyers handle legal issues in an increasingly diverse range of sports including football, darts, golf, boxing and snowboarding. We also have a specialist practice in the legal aspects of organising sporting events.
The team deals with a wide range of contracts, transactions and disputes, no matter their complexity and value.
One of our main strengths is acting for sports’ governing bodies, including the Scottish Football Association, and we thoroughly understand football corporate governance issues and the constitutions of football clubs.
With the support of specialists across our firm, we deliver a tailored service and creative solutions to our sports sector clients with a one-stop-shop.
We also work closely with in-house legal counsel to provide the “on-call” support, which is often required in this fast-moving sector.
Our team advises on the full spectrum of issues facing this sports sector, including:
We also assist high profile sportspeople with personal and professional matters including family law, succession and asset and reputation protection.
Sport is a fast-paced sector with a number of critical deadlines. A team which prides itself on responsive service, you will always be kept informed and your matter will be dealt with swiftly.
Advising the Scottish Football Association on:
Advising senior club and sports association executives on:
Advising overseas investors in a professional football club.
Our lawyers understand the sports sector, your language and the rules and regulations that govern you. Our advice considers the commercial realities, as well as the legal issues.
Our clients include:
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