Our sports law services for participants cover everything from career transitions to social media management. Services include:

• Disciplinary and Regulatory Guidance – Support in navigating disciplinary actions and regulatory compliance.
• Transfer and Contract Advice – Guidance on transfers between teams and contract negotiations.
• Child Welfare and Safeguarding – Advice on child protection policies and misconduct/safeguarding charges.
• Social Media and Defamation Claims – Assistance with social media issues, including defamation actions.
• Commercial Agreements and Branding – Preparing sponsorship agreements, branding, and media rights protections.
• Termination agreements – Assistance with termination/settlement agreements.

Hansells gives support for clubs, leagues and associations covering all aspects of club management and governance:

• Club Formation and Governance – Legal guidance for club setup and governance structures.
• Disciplinary Proceedings – Guidance and representation in disciplinary tribunals
• Regulatory Compliance – Assisting clubs in registering and complying with National Sports Governing Body Rules.
• Child Protection – Addressing child welfare issues and ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards.
• Asset Protection and Funding – Protecting club assets, advising on intellectual property, and supporting club funding initiatives.
• Venue and Event Management – Legal advice on sporting venue planning, lease negotiation, and liability issues for events.

Hansells assists commercial rights holders in the sports industry with key legal protections and agreements:

• Sponsorship and Media Agreements – Preparing and negotiating sponsorship and media rights contracts.
• Intellectual Property Protection – Comprehensive IP protection, including trademarks, copyright, and enforcement strategies.

Hansells Solicitors is pleased to announce a strategic alliance with Geaney Solicitors, a leading Irish law firm specializing in sports law. This collaboration enhances our ability to deliver comprehensive, cross-border legal servicesto individuals, clubs, associations, and businesses in the UK, Ireland, and across Europe.

Why This Partnership Matters:

• Enhanced Expertise: Geaney Solicitors brings decades of experience in sports law, bolstered by a growing niche specialisation in the sector.
• Cross-Border Collaboration: With offices in Cork and Dublin, Geaney Solicitors complements Hansells’ UK presence, ensuring seamless service for clients operating across jurisdictions.
• Specialised Services: The partnership enables us to offer unrivalled support in areas such as contract negotiations, disciplinary proceedings, regulatory matters, mediation, and dispute resolution.

Geaney Solicitors, led by Niall Geaney a sports regulatory, disciplinary, international motorsport and contract law advisor is a fully specialised sports law firm, leveraging a streamlined structure to deliver exceptional value.