Sports, Entertainment, and Media Law
Overview
Our multidisciplinary Sports & Entertainment Industry Team provides comprehensive, integrated legal counsel for the full range of commercial and regulatory issues facing organizations in the sports and entertainment industry.
Our team at Kelley Kronenberg brings together highly skilled professionals with diverse backgrounds and specialized expertise. Our attorneys combine expansive legal skillsets with technical knowledge, allowing us to serve a wide range of clients from start-ups to athletes, entertainers, and social media influencers.
Our team includes professionals with unique insights into the sports industry, including a licensed NFL agent, which adds invaluable depth to our sports law practice. Many of our attorneys have backgrounds in technology, software development, and higher education, complementing their legal expertise with practical industry experience. This blend of practical experience, specialized knowledge, and commitment to ongoing professional development enables us to provide comprehensive, cutting-edge legal counsel in the ever-evolving landscape of sports, entertainment, and media law.
Our Services
At Kelley Kronenberg, we offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to the unique needs of the sports, entertainment, and media industries:
- Acquiring or selling sports franchises: We guide clients through complex transactions, ensuring compliance with league regulations and maximizing value.
- Finding creative solutions for sports facility development and construction: Our team navigates the intricacies of real estate law and zoning regulations, to bring state-of-the-art facilities to life.
- Negotiating long-term media deals: We leverage our deep understanding of the media landscape to secure favorable terms for our clients across traditional and digital platforms.
- Social media and influencer representation: Our Social Media Practice Group provides technology and business-savvy counsel to influencers and content creators across all digital media platforms. We offer an Influencer Legal Foundation Kit for emerging talents and provide ongoing support in areas such as sponsorship negotiations, FTC compliance, and business planning strategies.
- Brand protection and promotion: We assist companies in hiring influencers to promote their brand and help navigate the relationships between brands and influencers.
- Comprehensive legal support: Our services extend to drafting and negotiating marketing contracts, business opportunity reviews, personal estate planning, non-disclosure and non-compete agreements, and income source tracking and review.
- Regulatory compliance: We ensure our clients stay compliant with evolving regulations, including FTC guidelines, FERPA, HIPAA, and other relevant laws.
- Intellectual property protection: Our team safeguards our clients’ creative assets, from copyrights and trademarks to digital content and brand identity.
- Data privacy and cybersecurity: We help clients navigate the complex landscape of data protection, privacy laws, and cybersecurity best practices.
Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to address the full spectrum of legal challenges in the sports, entertainment, and media industries, positioning our clients to thrive in current and future media spaces.
Our Clients
We proudly serve a diverse range of clients, including:
- Amateur and Collegiate Athletes
- Content Creators
- Emerging Musical, Theatrical, and Cinematic Talent
- Professional Athletes
- Professional Sports Teams
- Promoters
- Stadium Operators
- Social Media Influencers
- Spokespersons
- Sponsors
- Talent Developers
- Team owners
Core Areas of Counsel
- Contract Negotiations and Disputes
- Intellectual Property and Technology
- Labor and Employment
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Media & Entertainment Law
- Social Media Law
- Sports Law
Why Choose Kelley Kronenberg?
At Kelley Kronenberg, we offer a unique blend of expertise that sets us apart in the field of sports, entertainment, and media law. Our team brings together attorneys with specialized knowledge in critical areas such as social media law and contract negotiations, including NFL agents who understand the intricacies of professional sports contracts. This diverse expertise allows us to provide nuanced, industry-specific counsel that goes beyond traditional legal advice.
Our extensive experience representing major industry players has given us invaluable insights into the legal and financial drivers of the sports and entertainment world. We don’t just understand the law; we understand the business. This comprehensive perspective enables us to offer sophisticated commercial advice that’s grounded in real-world industry knowledge.
What truly distinguishes us is our ability to seamlessly navigate both local and global challenges. Our firm operates on a global platform, allowing us to handle cutting-edge and high-stakes transactions and disputes around the world. Whether you’re dealing with a complex international media rights negotiation or a local sponsorship dispute, we have the resources and expertise to guide you through.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of sports, entertainment, and media, staying ahead of trends is crucial. Our team is at the forefront of emerging areas like esports and social media law, ensuring that our clients are well-positioned to capitalize on new opportunities and navigate potential pitfalls. We’re not just reacting to changes in the industry – we’re anticipating them, providing our clients with a competitive edge in a dynamic market.
By choosing Kelley Kronenberg, you’re not just hiring lawyers; you’re partnering with a team of industry insiders who are committed to your success. We combine legal skill with practical industry knowledge to deliver results that align with your business goals and protect your interests in the ever-changing world of sports, entertainment, and media.
