ONSIDE LAW

Selling Points

  • Specialists in sports, media, and entertainment law, with a client roster that spans world-class athletes, clubs, governing bodies, and sponsors.

  • Expertise in managing landmark commercial deals, including high-profile sponsorship agreements, athlete endorsements, and broadcast rights.

  • Known for handling sensitive regulatory and governance matters, with experience advising on anti-doping, integrity issues, and international arbitration.

  • Intimate knowledge of football transfers, representing clubs, agents, and players in some of the largest and most high-profile transactions globally.

  • A collaborative, boutique approach to client service, with a focus on maintaining deep, lasting relationships in the sports industry.

Key Clients

  • Athletes: Jude Bellingham, Sir Andy Murray, Jannik Sinner

  • Football Clubs: AC Milan, Rangers FC, West Ham United

  • Rugby: World Rugby, British & Irish Lions, Rugby Football Union (RFU), Six Nations, Welsh Rugby Union

  • Motorsport: Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA)

Work Highlights

  • Football Transfers: Represented clients in women’s and men’s football transfers with a cumulative value exceeding £1.5 billion, cementing its expertise in high-stakes negotiations.

  • Endorsement Deals: Advised tennis star Jannik Sinner on his record-breaking endorsement deals with Nike and Gucci, setting new standards for athlete-brand collaborations.

  • Governance and Integrity: Worked with World Rugby on critical governance matters and integrity issues, showcasing its trusted role in shaping the future of the sport globally.