A team of leading sports lawyers with a track record of delivering success.
Our multi-disciplinary Sports Group has acted on some of the highest profile sports law related matters in recent years. The team is supported by experts from across the firm with a wealth of sports experience in contentious and non-contentious legal matters, including those that specialise in drafting commercial contracts, dealing with regulatory issues, assisting with immigration requirements, advising on employment matters, brand protection, reputation management, supporting on corporate activities, dealing with real estate projects (including all aspects of stadium developments), and tax matters.
We regularly provide legal advice across a breadth of mainstream and alternative sports but have particular expertise in football, boxing, motorsport, rugby and esports, as well as experience across snooker, darts, fencing, golf and cricket.
Experts in sports technology, data and innovation
Technology is at the heart of Mishcon de Reya's culture. A significant proportion of the work that we do for our clients is in the sports technology space. We recognise how new technologies are revolutionising the way sport operates, enhancing both player and supporter experience, and driving new revenue opportunities for rightsholders. We have seen an explosion of interest in emerging technologies such as NFTs, blockchain and fan tokens, connecting fans and teams in unprecedented ways.
Our Sports lawyers are at the forefront of these technology developments, with deep expertise supporting and advising a variety of clients in this space. Our clients include a market-leading utility token provider to major sports clubs, organisations and other parties, as well as other blockchain and NFT market leaders, and new technology vendors that are working with some of the biggest names in sport.
Alongside our expertise in Sports Technology and Sports Data matters, we also have a wealth of relevant technology and cyber experience through the our Cyber group to further provide our clients with a holistic offering.
Trusted advisors
We work closely with our clients and for many of them take on the role of a trusted advisor. We have a deep understanding of the industry and act across a wide variety of sports. Our diverse client base ranges from leading professional athletes and sports clubs to investors and broadcasters. We have a history of acting on several major investments into, and acquisitions of, various sporting assets, from football clubs and leagues to Formula 1 teams.