In today's globalized and highly competitive sports landscape, the sports industry has evolved into a significant commercial powerhouse. With substantial financial investments and reputations at stake, the world of sports demands a nuanced understanding of its intricacies. Whether it's negotiating complex sports contracts or adhering to evolving regulatory and disciplinary challenges, having access to professional sports law advice from seasoned specialists is paramount.

Gartner Law & Consulting boasts a team of experts with unparalleled depth of knowledge in the sports industry. Our comprehensive sports law practice offers a wide array of services, both domestically in Switzerland and on an international scale. As one of Europe's foremost sports law departments, our specialists provide customized advice and legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients within the sports sector.

Comprehensive Services for Diverse Clients in Sports

Our sports lawyers serve a diverse clientele within the sports industry, including leading international sports organizations, sports clubs, event organizers, broadcasters, and individual athletes. We handle litigation, sports arbitration, and other legal proceedings, as well as transactions within the sports industry.

Our expertise spans the entire spectrum of sports industry legal matters:

1. Regulatory and Disciplinary Disputes
2. Sponsorship, Venue Partnerships, Event Contracts
3. Broadcast Rights, Media and TV Rights, Naming Rights
4. Litigation and Arbitration in Sports-Related Disputes, often before International Sports Federations and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS)
5. Marketing, Promotions, Privacy, Social Media, Merchandising, and Intellectual Property Matters
6. Advice and Representation for Broadcasters and Television Service Providers on Regulatory and Contractual Issues
7. Tax and Estate Planning for Athletes, Coaches, and Sporting Event Organizers
8. Brand Protection for Athletes, including Charitable Endeavors, Endorsements, Domain Names, and Social Media Presence

At Gartner Law & Consulting, we recognize that the sports industry is not just about competition; it's about managing complex legal challenges, safeguarding reputations, and maximizing opportunities. We are your trusted partners in navigating the multifaceted world of sports law.


Your partner at Gartner Law & Consulting
Andreea Ioana Nechiti, lic.iur.
nechiti@gartner.legal