Sports Law encompasses a multitude areas of law brought together in unique ways. Issues such as contracts, trademarks, torts, criminal and family law are quite common.
The average athlete’s career is short and may only last for a year or two. Therefore an athlete must maximize his endorsement and performance opportunities throughout a career. It is advisable to select representation that has experience dealing in legal matters and contract negotiations in order to procure the best and most profitable deals possible. In addition, having a lawyer as an agent provides for legal advice at no additional charge which may help keep an athlete safe and out of trouble, capitalize on opportunities that a non lawyer would not recognize such as name/likeness rights while also being able to council in family, business, or real estate matters.
Richard Symmes
Jay Hsu
