We assist you in every area of sports law

01

Disciplinary law ↗

Assistance in disciplinary proceedings for federations, governing bodies and sports tribunals.

02

Anti-doping ↗

Legal support in doping cases, investigations and appeal proceedings.

03

Sponsorship agreements ↗

Player contracts, transfer agreements, sponsorship agreements and agency contracts.

04

Liability law ↗

Liability issues in sporting accidents, damages and insurance matters.

05

Stadium bans & the Football Act ↗

Legal assistance with stadium bans and the law on safety at football matches.

06

Employment & social law ↗

Employment contracts, social security and the status of the athlete as an employee.

07

Arbitration and litigation ↗

Representation before CAS, the Belgian Court of Arbitration for Sport, arbitral tribunals and the ordinary courts.

08

Criminal law ↗

Defence in fraud, bribery, violent offences and drug-related matters in a sporting context.

09

Real estate law ↗

Construction and operation of sports facilities, permits and environmental law.

10

Mergers & acquisitions ↗

M&A guidance for club takeovers, mergers and restructurings in the sports sector.

11

Tax law ↗

Tax optimisation, legal entity tax and tax planning for sports organisations.

12

Corporate law ↗

Formation and governance of non-profits, companies and other sport-related legal entities.

13

Intellectual property ↗

Copyright, trademark law, image rights and broadcasting rights in the world of sport.

14

GDPR & data protection ↗

GDPR compliance for clubs, federations and sporting events.

15

International transfers & FIFA regulations ↗

Transfer agreements, agent fees, international clearance and training compensation.

16

Contract and transfer support ↗

Review and negotiation of employment, transfer and representation agreements.

17

Selection disputes and access to competition ↗

Challenging a non-selection, a refused wildcard or a rejected entry.

18

Licensing and licence disputes ↗

Licence files, proceedings before the licence commission and appeal before the BAS.