Summer of sport round-up
It’s been a packed summer of sport from the Euros 2024 to the Paris Olympics. Over the past few months, our top tier sports sector has been discussing essential topics worth considering for those working within the sector.
Take a look back at some of the insightful articles from our expert teams as they discuss family law, intellectual property, sport employment contracts and much more.
In this round-up
The impact of sport relocation in family law
Trainee Solicitor Paige Atherton discusses the impact of sport relocation in family law, particularly when an athlete transfers or moved to a new club. Paige discusses what families should consider before moving abroad and how our expert family law team can help navigated the impact of relocation.
Bonus or backfire: Professional sport employment contracts & bonus awards
Partner in the employment law team and Head of the sport sector, Tim Copplestone explores the important factors to consider when drafting bonus incentives in professional sport employment contracts.
The significance of international post and prenups for professional athletes
Partner and national team manager in our family law team, Chris Longbottom discusses the significance of international post and pre-nuptial agreements for professional athletes. With often complex, high value financial situations and the possibility of living and working abroad, pre and post nuptial agreements could be an important consideration for sports athletes.
Intellectual property rights in formula one
With Formula One teams leading the way in automotive innovation, partner Sarah Coe and partner Amy Peacey, specialists in intellectual property discuss the importance of IP rights in the sport and how team trademarks can help control a cars uniqueness and its brand.
Focus on our sports team at Clarke Willmott
With more than 25 years of experience working with sports clients, our top ranked sports sector can assist with a range of sports matters. We catch up with sector head Tim Copplestone to find out more about the sector and how they help clients.
Contact our specialist sports sector
Meet the rest of the sport sector team here and if you would like to find out more about how our expert team can support you or your business, please contact one of our lawyers directly or email us by requesting a consultation.
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