Sports Law

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Sports Law

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At Blythe Liggins, we understand the ever changing and often complex requirements of the sports world for clients across Warwickshire and throughout the UK. Whether you are an athlete, club, governing body, or business involved in the sports sector, our specialist team provides expert legal advice and support to help you navigate challenges and achieve your goals.

From contract negotiations to disciplinary proceedings, our experienced solicitors offer clear, practical, and effective guidance tailored to the unique demands of the sports industry. We are committed to providing strategic legal solutions that protect your interests and enable success.

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Our Sports Law Experts Can Help With

  • Governance and Constitutional Documents
    Establish a clear and effective framework for your sports organisation (whether company or association) with our expert advice on rules and regulations.

  • Commercial Contracts
    Secure your commercial interests with robust and legally sound agreements, including sponsorship, endorsement, and broadcasting contracts, drafted and reviewed by our specialist team.

  • Commercial Property Transactions and Management
    Manage your sports facilities effectively and navigate legal complexities related to acquisition, disposal, and leasing of commercial property with our expert guidance.

  • Employment Law
    Ensure fair and compliant employment practices within your sports organisation, whether dealing with athletes, coaches, or administrative staff, with our specialist legal support.

  • Licensing, Copyright, Trademark and Merchandising Agreements
    Protect your brand and commercial opportunities by securing and managing your intellectual property rights through robust licensing and merchandising agreements.

  • Disputes with Third Parties
    Protect your organisation or your interests as an athlete or stakeholder by allowing our experienced team to guide you through negotiations, mediation, or litigation to resolve disputes effectively.

  • Issues Arising with Sports Regulatory Bodies and Other Disciplinary Issues
    Navigate complex disciplinary proceedings and ensure fair representation when facing issues with sports governing bodies or other regulatory matters.

  • Conducting Independent Inquiries
    Maintain integrity and transparency within your sport by entrusting our experienced team to conduct thorough and independent inquiries into sensitive matters.

  • Safeguarding
    Create a safe and supportive environment within your sports organisation by implementing robust safeguarding policies and procedures with our expert legal advice and support.

  • Operation of Telephone Legal Helplines for Members and Clubs
    Provide valuable support and guidance to your members and clubs by establishing and operating efficient telephone legal helplines managed by our expert team.

Meet the Sports Law Team

Kevin Mitchell

Kevin Mitchell

Partner

Kevin joined Blythe Liggins in 1994 as a trainee solicitor. He completed his training with the firm in 1996 and qualified as a solicitor in the firm’s Commercial department. Kevin became a partner in 1999.  Kevin sits on the firm’s Website and Executive Committees and is the firm’s training principal. He is also the firm’s […]

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Kevin Mitchell

Partner

Kevin joined Blythe Liggins in 1994 as a trainee solicitor. He completed his training with the firm in 1996 and qualified as a solicitor in the firm’s Commercial department. Kevin became a partner in 1999.  Kevin sits on the firm’s Website and Executive Committees and is the firm’s training principal. He is also the firm’s […]

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Nick Watts

Nick Watts

Solicitor

Nick qualified as a solicitor in 1998 and spent over ten years at another Warwickshire firm (including time as a partner there) before joining Blythe Liggins in 2010.  His experience and detailed knowledge of commercial matters give him a sound understanding of the challenges facing businesses. With a wealth of experience spanning well over twenty […]

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Nick Watts

Solicitor

Nick qualified as a solicitor in 1998 and spent over ten years at another Warwickshire firm (including time as a partner there) before joining Blythe Liggins in 2010.  His experience and detailed knowledge of commercial matters give him a sound understanding of the challenges facing businesses. With a wealth of experience spanning well over twenty […]

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“I've had to use several different departments within Blythe Liggins and found them all to be top class, extremely efficient, very helpful and always quick to turn things around. I wouldn't think about using anyone else”

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