Phil was recommended to us when we had issues with a sports body. He was very clear, personable and knowledgeable about a range of issues. Phil always presented a variety of options and the potential effect - this enabled us to have an idea of costs and exactly which actions to take. We felt he cared about us as clients and was both realistic and reassuring throughout.
We are dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of sports sponsorship with precision and confidence.
We have a wealth of experience representing and advising sponsors and commercial partners in the sports sector. We’ve helped clients like you achieve their objectives, protect their interests, and navigate the competitive world of sports sponsorship.
Our legal services cover a broad spectrum, including contract negotiation, intellectual property protection, sponsorship disputes, regulatory compliance, and more. We provide you with a comprehensive solution for all your legal needs.
Work we have done
- Advising a Premier League football Club on a dispute with its global household name kit manufacturer and sponsor.
- Advising a Premier League football Club on a contract with a key brand sponsor of its first team kit.
- Advising a global and household name consumer electronics brand on sponsorship deals with football clubs such as Aston Villa and Leeds United.
- Advising a household name consumer electronics brand relation to numerous marketing and promotional campaigns associated with the its brand’s sponsorship of the 2020 UEFA European Football Championship, as well as the brand’s sponsorship of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
- Acting in sponsorship/partnerships with football clubs such as:
- The collaboration between JD Sports, adidas and Celtic.
- The sponsorship of various Liverpool teams by Nivea.
- Acting for a fragrance manufacturer in preparing and negotiating a worldwide licence of the right to sell fragrances under the Cristiano Ronaldo brand.
- Advising Newcastle Falcons in relation to various sponsorship and other commercial contracts including sponsorship of playing kit by kit suppliers. Also advising on exclusive contracts for beer and lager sales.
- Advising Durham County Cricket Club on sponsorship contracts including ground and kit sponsorship. Also advising on contracts relating to use of the ground for major music events.