7 - Past, Present, and Future Developments in Sports Law

The Sports Law Podcast

Nick, joined by colleagues from Blackstone Chambers, will discuss the most

important legal cases and developments in 2022, and what to look out for in

2023. This episode explores the developments in sports law and a glimpse into

the many pathways of becoming a sports lawyer.

Our expert panel comprises:

• Tom de la Mare KC, is a highly versatile lawyer whose practice straddles public law, competition, regulatory law and competition law. Tom has particular experience in sports dispute involving competition law as freedom of movement.
• Ravi Mehta, is a senior junior, who regularly acts for players, clubs and sporting bodies before a variety of tribunals, as well as for individuals facing and regulators bringing disciplinary charges. Ravi has advised individuals, clubs, commercial intermediaries and governing bodies on a range of issues including anti-doping, disciplinary procedures, broadcasting and sponsorship, eligibility for national and international competitions and the organization of or access to rival competitions.
• Celia Rooney, has extensive experience in the field of sports law, having advised and represented the Premier League, The FA, and a number of other sporting associations. She has been instructed in disputes involving various Premier League and Championship football clubs, and acts for sports governing bodies, clubs and athletes alike.