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Our strength lies in our deep understanding of the sports industry, from both legal and commercial perspectives. This allows us give the best advice to our clients, whether they are individual sports personalities, sponsors, teams, rights owners or governing bodies.
On January 20, 2020, the National Industrial Court (Akure Division) delivered two judgments in favour…
On 23rd August 2019, our 'Tosin Akinyemi was privileged to share his experience in sports…
Successful Recovery Of The Overdue Payables of Ex-Sunshine Queens Players
On January 20, 2020, the National Industrial Court (Akure Division) delivered two judgments in favour of our Clients who formerly played for Sunshine Queens Football Club. The players were being owed some salaries and match bonuses under their employment contract…
The Validity or Otherwise Of “Probation Period” Clauses In Football Employment Contracts
A “probation period” clause is such that allows a party to an employment contract (oftentimes the employer) to unilaterally terminate the contract during an agreed period, without any obligation to give a reason to the other party or pay compensation.…
New Amendments To The Regulations On The Status & Transfer of Players By FIFA (Pt.1)
Introduction One of the most important regulations made by FIFA which ensures contractual stability in football and a healthy relationship amongst players, clubs and member associations is the ‘Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players’ (RSTP). This Regulation is…
‘Tosin Akinyemi Shares His Experience In Sports Law Practice with Students Of The University of Ibadan
On 23rd August 2019, our 'Tosin Akinyemi was privileged to share his experience in sports law practice with the law students of the University of Ibadan, during a panel session. The career advancement program tagged "Law: Beyond The Borders", was…
