What is a sponsorship agreement?
Contracts as the foundation of your sporting career
A sponsorship agreement is a reciprocal agreement whereby one party (the sponsor) associates its name with that of another party (the sponsored party) in exchange for consideration — usually money, products or services.
In practice, sponsorship agreements are often concluded too lightly: verbally, without concrete arrangements on duration, obligations or the consequences of breach of contract. Everest Sports Law helps you secure your interests contractually and enforce your rights whenever necessary.
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Drafting & negotiation
Everest Sports Law drafts tailor-made sponsorship agreements, or reviews contracts you received from a counterparty. We safeguard your interests in every clause: fees, payment terms, exclusivity arrangements, advertising space, duration and termination conditions.
Non-payment & breach of contract
When a sponsor fails to meet its financial obligations, or when a sponsored party fails to deliver the agreed performance, Everest Sports Law takes action. We send formal notices, conduct amicable negotiations and initiate court proceedings when necessary.
Reputational damage & image clauses
Sponsorship agreements increasingly contain so-called morality clauses or image clauses, under which a sponsor may terminate the contract in the event of scandal or reputational damage. We advise athletes and clubs on the scope of such clauses and assist you in disputes.
Tax & legal qualification
Sponsorship income is taxable when it derives from a professional activity — whether in cash or in kind. The legal qualification of the agreement (service contract, contract for works, employment contract) has significant consequences for VAT, payroll withholding tax and social security contributions.