Sports and entertainment as an expression of culture have over time evolved to be so much more than the activity itself; they have become a significant commercial reality with potentially high financial and reputational stakes.
This evolution has necessitated the players in both industries to require flawless business judgment, public policy, advocacy and legal skill to achieve top performance. Getting the right legal expertise at the right time is therefore important.
We provide client focused advice that brings together passion and creativity with our understanding of the legal framework as it applies to the current and adapting ways of Sports and Entertainment.
Our team provides assistance in some of the following matters:
- Advising artists and athletes on:
- Registration, enforcement, licensing and/or assignment of their intellectual property rights
- Endorsement deals, brand protection and image rights
- E-sports and corresponding intellectual property rights
- Contractual rights
- Regulatory compliance
- Artists, producers, composers, screen writers and directors on third party rights
- Personal wealth management and tax planning
- Defamation and privacy issue
- Assistance in employment contracts with teams and individuals
- Drafting and review of sports and entertainment contracts including but not limited to sponsorship, merchandising, franchise, retail, marketing, advertising and distribution agreements
- Advising various National Committees and Unions in the sports and entertainment industries
- Advising sports organizations on their role and responsibilities towards athletes and agents
- Advising clients on transfer, release and registration of athletes
- Dispute Resolution in cases involving some of the following:
- Breach of contract
- Disciplinary issues
- Violation and expungement of Intellectual Property Rights
- Doping and testing procedures of athletes
- Incorporation and registration of sports and entertainment foundations, clubs, unions and other related charitable organizations
- Procuring work permits, passes and suitable visas
