Fueling passion, championing the future
In the fast-paced world of sports and entertainment, our mission is to help you build a lasting brand and create long-term opportunities. Whether you’re an athlete, performer, creator or a company that works with talent, we provide the legal support you need to anticipate challenges and move forward with confidence.
Backed by decades of experience, we advise clients across the industry on the legal and business issues unique to this space. Our team works with a broad spectrum of clients – from major studios, leagues and production companies to independent creators, athletes and entrepreneurs. With offices on both coasts and a global network of industry contacts, we are ready to deliver timely, practical counsel wherever your work takes you.
Our key areas of focus include:
Emerging Sports
As high-growth sports like e-sports, professional pickleball, rugby, volleyball and motorsports continue to reach new markets and audiences, our team stays ahead of the curve. We provide legal guidance on emerging sports and technologies, supporting organizations with investment, media distribution, talent acquisition and innovative strategies to deliver cutting-edge fan engagement through social media, streaming and virtual reality.
Sports Facility Development
We’ve been involved in developing major sports facilities across the country, representing teams, developers and lenders in everything from land use and financing to construction and operations. Our experience includes drafting legislation and defending it through appeals, including at the U.S. Supreme Court.
Film & Television
We represent actors, writers, producers, directors, studios, networks and investors in the industry, helping them negotiate deals, protect their rights and navigate the complexities of production. From contracts to union matters and rights clearances, we’ve got you covered whether you’re in front of the camera or behind the scenes.
Music
Our clients range from emerging talent to Grammy Award-winning recording artists, songwriters, performers, DJs, producers and mixers, as well as independent record labels and music publishers, artist managers, business managers, talent agents and other music industry executives. We handle everything from recording contracts and catalog transactions to licensing and touring agreements.
Literary & Media
For authors, journalists, podcasters and content creators, we offer support to help our clients develop and protect content and grow their audience. Our experience includes negotiating publishing deals to managing rights clearances and licensing.
The Arts
Whether you are an actor, dancer, designer, chef, visual artist or a business seeking to harness their creativity, we can assist you with contract negotiation, intellectual property rights, purchases, sales and licensing transactions.
