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We have a dedicated group of sports lawyers who have the knowledge and expertise required to solve the unique problems faced by those operating in the sports industry.

Our strength lies in the fact that we understand the sports industry from both a legal and a commercial perspective. This allows us to give the best possible advice to our clients who include sports rights owners, sponsors, teams and individual sports personalities.

We have proven expertise in a wide range of sports related issues, including:

• Sponsorship
• Merchandising
• Endorsement
• Licensing
• Broadcasting and new media
• Venue hires and groundshares
• Promoter arrangements
• Internet betting and gaming
• Representation agreements
• Player agreements with clubs and governing bodies
• Image rights and tax implications
• Manager/coach/trainer agreements

What the Directories Say About Us

We are consistently ranked in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners UK directories for our work in the sports industry.

"Their turnaround speed and ability to reduce long-winded conversations to simple, workable advice are fantastic." Chambers and Partners UK 2011

"The 'first-class' Harbottle & Lewis LLP is particularly strong on image rights. Led by Bob Mitchell, the team garners a significant volume of commercial work from Team England Player Partnership (comprising the current members of the England cricket team), PGA European Tour while it also has a developing regulatory practice." The Legal 500

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For further information please contact Bob Mitchell, Head of the Sports Group.