We take immense pride in serving as the legal advisor to one of the leading clubs in the MENA region and the largest private club in Egypt. Our resolute team provides exemplary legal services in the sports sector, ensuring robust legal frameworks and compliance for our esteemed clientele. Below is a concise overview of our key areas of expertise:
- Compliance Assurance:
Verify and guarantee compliance with current sports laws and regulations.
Secure, maintain, and manage necessary licenses and permits on behalf of clients.
Resolve issues with regulatory bodies, including the Directorate of Youth & Sport and other governmental entities.
- Club Establishment Assistance:
Provide comprehensive assistance in establishing private clubs.
Facilitate the acquisition of required licenses and permits from relevant authorities.
- Contract Review and Drafting:
Review and draft various contracts, including employment, transfer, loans, sponsorship, broadcasting rights, image rights, and media contracts.
Handle negotiations from the inception, prioritizing client needs.
- Dispute Resolution:
Manage disputes between players and teams arising from contracts.
Handle sports business litigation between teams and their governing league.
Represent clients in diverse disputes, whether before national courts or through arbitration.
- Legal Procedures and Committee Representation:
Initiate legal procedures before sports committees, such as the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) and the Egyptian Olympic Committee.
Draft and submit precise legal memos to relevant committees.
- Disciplinary Matters
Handle disciplinary problems of players and coaches before disciplinary committees at various sports associations.
- Representation Before Specialized Committees
Represent clients before specialized committees, including local sports associations and international bodies such as FIFA.