Sport

Sport is a highly distinctive world with needs and interests that can be very different from other areas of life.

We were one of the first legal firms in Scotland to establish a dedicated sports law unit and remain one of just a handful.

Our team brings together expert lawyers from specialisms across our full service law firm and our sport unit’s experience gives us a real understanding of the pressures facing athletes, clubs, organisations and administrators.

We can advise on:

• issues like the purchase of new facilities,
• representation at disciplinary hearings and in court cases,
• the revision or interpretation of club and association constitutions,
• trademark protection.
• contracts,
• tax issues,
• employment disputes,
• claims arising from injuries,
• negotiating over book deals,
• merchandise,
• contracts,
• sponsorship agreements, and
• the protection of personal image rights.

We have also advised on the organisation and participation in large and small sports events from world cups to local tournaments and have both the legal and practical experience to assist you. It deals with matters relating to the charitable status in relation to sports.

Our clients come from many sports including football, rugby, cricket, tennis, golf, judo, gymnastics, curling, boxing, athletics, cycling, ice-skating, lacrosse, fencing, skiing and water skiing. Clients include sports men and women, clubs and national governing bodies. 

Our knowledge of sports management and governance can be crucial in maximising achievement for businesses involved in this area.

The unit also has an enviable record in resolving disputes, domestically and internationally, and has appeared in sporting matters before Scottish courts, at arbitrations, tribunals and disciplinary committees.

Regardless of the sport, we have the expertise to help you.

For more information on corporate related sports matters please contact John Kerr or Frank Gill.