Sport		Contacts
During the latter part of the twentieth century, sport shifted from being a recreation of the few to being a central component of the human experience. The same trajectory took the commercial aspects of sport from the preserve of the well intentioned amateur to a multinational industry.   Sport raises issues which arise in no other industry, as well as testing to their limits legal tools evolved for other contexts in other times. As "killer content", sport also becomes a test bed for the new media technologies that look set to revolutionise modern life yet further over coming years.   McCormicks has long been universally acknowledged as a leading player both regionally and nationally in the ever evolving discipline of sports law, and offers an unparalleled wealth of experience, expertise and innovation in the field. Click here to read more...		Peter McCormick OBE Senior Partner View Full Profile This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Neil Goodrum Partner  View Full Profile This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   Richard Crabb Partner   View Full Profile This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   Ben Wilson Trainee Solicitor View Full Profile This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Experience

McCormicks is widely acknowledged as one of the outstanding Sports Law practices in Europe.

Peter McCormick is one of the leading sports lawyers in the UK with an international reputation whilst Neil Goodrum enjoys an enhanced reputation for his work in employment law in sport. The team at McCormicks has hands-on experience of the legal issues affecting sporting organisations and an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the regulatory issues that surround the sports industry today.

McCormicks advises numerous sporting bodies, including the Premier League on a variety of matters. These include:

• Regulatory and Disciplinary
• Commercial and Contractual Matters
• Corporate Structuring
• Sponsorship
• Intellectual Property
• Corporate Recovery and Insolvency
• Personal Contracts
• Broadcasting
• Defamation

 
The firm also acts for a number of sports personalities, advising on both professional and personal matters.

"The 'fantastic' Peter McCormick is clearly the team’s lynchpin. One commentator described him as 'at the pinnacle of football regulatory work,' while others add: 'He has been in the industry so long he understands all the politics.' He has provided advice in relation to the ‘Quest’ transfer inquiry chaired by Lord Stevens, and has worked on the redrafting of the FA’s agent regulations." Chambers UK

"The profile of this well-regarded practice has changed over the last few years. Once known mainly for its work with Leeds United Football Club, McCormicks is now seen simply as a firm that handles football matters well. As well as advising the English Premier League, lawyers here specialise in commercial issues concerning Leagues and various clubs, including sponsorship and media rights. The group is also commended for its proficiency in disciplinary matters. Away from football, the group enjoys representations in rugby and horseracing." Chambers UK

"McCormicks continues to punch above its weight in the market. It is a major player in the football sector where it acts for the Isthmian League, Leeds United FC and the Premier League. One client said: 'They understand our needs completely.'" Chambers UK

"Harrogate-based McCormicks is highly influential in the football sector, where it maintains strong relationships with the Isthmian League, Leeds United FC and the Premier League. Market observers say: 'They have a really thorough knowledge of football, both the market and the law.'" Chambers UK

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