FARRER & CO

Selling Points

  • Recognised for its full-service approach, offering comprehensive legal support in sports law, including commercial contracts, governance, employment, and reputation management.

  • Advises a broad range of clients, including governing bodies, national and international sports organisations, and high-profile athletes.

  • Notable for its work in safeguarding, particularly in relation to youth sports.

  • Offers tailored legal services for athletes, including image rights, tax planning, and private matters.

  • Strong track record in advising on governance and regulatory matters, with a long-standing relationship with The FA, World Rugby, and UK Athletics.

Key Clients

  • The FA

  • UK Athletics

  • World Rugby

  • World Netball

  • PGA European Tour

Work Highlights

  • Advised The FA on governance and regulatory matters, including its relationship with the Premier League and Football League.

  • Assisted UK Athletics with sponsorship deals, employment disputes, and anti-doping matters.

  • Represented top-tier athletes in reputation management, tax planning, and image rights agreements.

  • Acted for World Rugby on various commercial, governance, and disciplinary issues.

  • Advised the PGA European Tour on major sponsorship contracts and media rights negotiations.

Application Deadlines

  • Vacation Scheme: 3 January 2025

  • Training Contract: 30 March 2025